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December 21 2013

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Close photo of a pair of gilt metal deity murti with ornate crowns and jewelled necklaces. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban with a jewelled brooch, holds a hand up in blessing and has a rudraksha and bead garland wound on the arm. The figure on the right wears a crown and gold chains, and purple and pink flower petals are placed between them. No physical people are visible.2013-12-21Close photograph of a metal deity murti pair seated on a green and gold brocade cloth. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a jewelled crest, a red-brown dhoti with gold border, and layered red and white stone necklaces, holding pink orchids; the figure on the right wears a jewelled crown and red stone necklaces with a rudraksha garland draped across them. A yellow plumeria flower and rudraksha malas adorn the pair.2013-12-21A photograph of a metal deity murti seated on a green and gold brocade cushion on an orange silk cloth. Two figures sit side by side, the left wearing an orange and gold turban and a red-brown garment, the right wearing an ornate crown and red and gold jewelled necklaces. Both are adorned with white and magenta flower garlands, a golden chain, a long jewelled garland, a yellow plumeria flower and pink orchids. Behind them are draped jewelled necklaces and a tiger-striped cloth. No people are visible.2013-12-21November 18 20102010-11-18 +1 copiesNovember 06 20112011-11-06Two golden metal deity murtis are dressed for a festival procession. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban and a red garment, with a red gem-set necklace, a golden hand raised in blessing, and a jewelled ornamental shield held at the left edge. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled conical crown, a bright orange sari-like garment, and a large layered necklace of white and coloured stones. Both are surrounded by red, yellow and white flower garlands and green foliage.2009-07-08Close-up photograph of two ornately decorated metal murti statues in a temple setting against a deep red velvet curtain. The figure on the left wears a bright orange turban with a jeweled crown and crescent ornament, a red-orange garment, multiple jeweled necklaces and a raised hand holding a small staff. The figure on the right wears a tall jeweled crown, a magenta and orange sari-style garment, layered gold necklaces and large earrings. Both faces are polished gold-toned metal with painted eyes and lips. Fresh yellow and magenta flower garlands appear at the right edge, and a gold-toned ornament is visible in the upper right corner.2010-09-15December 21 20132013-12-21Two gilded metal murti figures stand side by side against a deep red velvet curtain. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban with a jewelled ornament and a heavily embellished crystal-studded garment, and holds a golden ritual implement. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, pink and gold nose ring, and a purple and orange silk sari with layered gem necklaces. Yellow and purple flower garlands hang at the right edge.2010-09-15Close photograph of two metal deity murtis, a pair of gilded processional idols, framed by dense garlands of red roses, orange and yellow marigolds and green leaves. The figure on the left wears a tall jewelled crown, an orange turban-like headpiece, a deep maroon garment, layered pink and green gemstone necklaces and a golden hand raised in abhaya mudra. The figure on the right wears an ornate jewelled crown, a blue garment with gold trim, heavy pearl and gem necklaces and a raised hand. Both faces are polished gold-toned metal with painted eyes and lips. Their arrangement suggests a puja or padapuja setting, decorated with floral adornment.2010-11-18 +2 copiesTwo decorated metal murti figures stand against a deep red velvet backdrop. The figure on the left wears a saffron-orange turban with a crescent ornament and jewelled crown, a red garment with rhinestone-studded shoulder ornaments, and green and red gem necklaces, and holds a ceremonial implement. The figure on the right wears an ornate jewelled crown with a crescent, large jhumka earrings, layered pearl and gem necklaces and a magenta garment. Garlands of yellow and pink flowers appear at the right edge. Both figures are polished gold-toned statues rather than living people, and no ritual activity is visible.2010-09-15April 24 20132013-04-24