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A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, wearing an orange saffron shawl over orange robes and a dark beaded rudraksha mala. The person has long swept-back dark hair and is being approached by devotees. Three men stand in front: two older men in white shirts and white dhotis, one with a red-and-gold sash, and a younger man in a striped sweater. A man in orange clothing stands behind them. Behind the throne are stone pillars, golden finials and a red gate, and a wall board lists names. Appearance-based a person, seated in person, with devotees offering respect.

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August 10 20112011-08-10A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a long rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, holding a rolled scroll in one hand and speaking, with a red vermilion mark on his forehead. Several men in white shirts and dhotis stand around him, one gesturing with an outstretched arm toward the throne, and a cameraman in orange cloth stands behind them with a camera. A carved stone pillar, a brass vessel and a gold-railed gate with a green garden are visible behind. Based on the distinctive saffron robes, long swept-back hair and rudraksha mala, this seated figure is a Swamiji (probable) receiving visitors at a temple seat.2010-08-09August 02 20102010-08-02 +1 copiesA photograph of a seated sannyasi in saffron-orange robes on an ornate gold-and-red throne, wearing a rudraksha mala and holding a gold-tipped staff, with his right hand raised in blessing. Swamiji (probable), seated centre, with long swept-back hair, a red tilak and rudraksha malas. In front, a man in white dhoti and shirt holds a small wooden box and conducts a conversation with him. To the left, a man in orange clothing stands. On the right, an older woman in a maroon-and-brown sari sits beside the throne. Behind them are red-painted railings, potted plants and a carved stone doorway.2010-08-02 +1 copiesJuly 02 20102010-07-02 +1 copiesA seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a long beaded garland of coloured beads sits on an ornate gold throne with red velvet cushions, in front of a painted backdrop of a large tree. A man in a white shirt and white trousers bends forward with his hands cupped, receiving or offering something to the seated figure, who extends a hand toward him. Standing to the left is a person in orange robes and another in white with a yellow shawl; a woman in a white garment with a yellow shawl stands behind, near a table holding fruit and a water bottle. The ritual appearance suggests a devotee receiving blessings. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has long swept-back hair, orange robes, a beaded mala and a gold throne, which are appearance cues for the page's Swamiji claim.2009-12-16A photograph of a seated man in saffron-orange robes and a long rudraksha mala on a gilded throne with a red cushion, smiling and gesturing with his hands as devotees in white clothing stand before him with palms joined. Several devotees in white shirts and dhotis stand to the left, a man in a white outfit with a gold necklace is visible at the far left edge, and a woman in white with raised palms is at the right. Behind the throne are ornate stone pillars, gold-colored carved decorations and a red and gold gate. Offerings are placed on a wooden stand in front, with rolled scrolls and small brass items. Swamiji (probable) is seated on the throne, identified by long swept-back hair, saffron robes and the rudraksha mala, and is presented as a seated teacher receiving devotees.2010-08-09August 01 20102010-08-01A photograph inside a open-sided pavilion with a beige woven canopy. A seated man in saffron-orange robes, long dark hair, and a red-and-orange garland sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, extending his hand toward devotees. Below him, a man in a white shirt and striped trousers bends forward holding a fruit in both hands as an offering, while others in white dhotis and shirts, one in a grey t-shirt and jeans, stand barefoot on red and patterned carpets. Brass pots, offerings and fruit sit on the floor at left. Other attendants in saffron and a woman in yellow stand in the background. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure wears long swept-back hair, saffron garments and a garland, seated on a gold throne as a teacher receiving devotees, consistent with a pada puja reception.2009-11-17 +3 copiesA seated figure in an ornate golden throne with red cushions wears saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala, speaking with raised hands to a group of devotees. Three men stand before him at left: one in a striped shirt, two in white dhoti and shirt, the central one with a moustache and folded hands, and a man with glasses and a red tilak. Behind them is an orange wall, a carved stone shrine panel, and a brass lamp stand with a tray of fruit and offerings. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has long dark hair and saffron robes with a rudraksha mala, matching the page's Swamiji context.2010-08-11A photograph of a seated figure in an orange sleeveless robe with long swept-back dark hair, on an ornate gold-and-red throne with a red velvet cushion. Hands are extended to a man in a white striped shirt who leans forward holding a small object and a folded orange cloth. Around them stand men in white, one in an orange sash and bright orange robe, another in a red shirt, and a shaven-headed man in an orange sash behind the throne. a person is indicated by the long swept-back hair, orange robes and throne seating, and this is a devotee receiving interaction. A purple logo appears in the top-left corner and a copyright line is printed at the lower right.2010-09-05June 18 20102010-06-18