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A stage set for a satsang with a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, draped in flower garlands and fronted by a row of brass oil lamps. The figure is a statue or murti, not a living person, wearing a yellow-orange turban and yellow-orange robe. A second garlanded gold chair stands at left with a smaller figure. White and multicolored draped cloth forms the backdrop, with a red-and-gold canopy above the throne. Purple vases with flowers flank the stage and a glossy reflective floor reflects the setup. No living people are visible.

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A decorated stage with a gold and red throne at centre, draped in garlands of marigolds and orange-yellow flowers. A seated figure in saffron-yellow robes and a yellow turban sits on it, with a gold necklace and a long garland, under an ornate canopy with red and white trim. A second, smaller throne at left holds a yellow-robed figure garlanded in flowers. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides of the stage, with purple vases and flower arrangements, and a white and green draped backdrop behind. No people are visibly standing; the figures on the thrones appear to be a statue or depiction.2010-12-26A stage set for a satsang with two ornate gold thrones draped with multicoloured garlands of marigolds and roses. On the central throne sits a figure in saffron-yellow robes with a yellow turban, hands in lap, seated in meditation; the figure's features are not clear enough to confirm identity, so this is a seated person on a throne rather than a confirmed presence. A second throne at left holds a seated figure in yellow and gold, possibly a statue or portrait. Brass oil lamps stand on the stage, flanked by purple vases with flowers. Behind is a draped backdrop in teal, red, maroon, green and gold swags over white fabric, with a ceiling fan and lighting rigging above. The floor is polished and reflective.2010-12-26A stage set with two ornate golden thrones draped in flower garlands, one on the left holding a seated yellow-clad figure and a central golden throne with red cushions where a seated figure in a saffron-yellow robe and yellow turban sits in meditation posture. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, with purple vases and fresh flowers at the base. Teal, red, green and maroon drapes hang behind, with a decorated pot-shaped crown or headdress above the central seat. The polished floor reflects the thrones. The seated figures appear to be statues or murtis rather than living people, so no physical people are counted.2010-12-26A stage set for a satsang with a central golden throne draped in red cushions and framed by a garland of marigolds and red flowers. Seated on the throne is a golden-yellow seated figure wearing a yellow turban, which appears to be a statue or effigy rather than a living person. To the left stands a second golden throne with a seated figure decorated with garlands. Brass oil lamps (kuthuvilakku) stand on both sides of the central throne, and red and pink flowers decorate the platform. Behind are white drapery swags in green, red, maroon and gold, with navy side curtains and a polished reflective floor. No living people are visible in the scene.2010-12-26A stage set for a satsang with two ornate gold thrones. On the right, a figure in saffron-yellow robes sits on a red and gold throne draped with yellow and orange flower garlands, a bolster behind him, with a tall ornamental canopy above. Two brass oil lamps flank him, along with vases of flowers. On the left, a second gold throne holds a deity murti or portrait of a figure in yellow garments, decorated with a garland of yellow and purple flowers. The backdrop is white and draped in blue, red and green fabric with purple lighting, and the polished stage reflects the scene. The seated figure appears to be a person on the stage, and the image is a photograph.2010-12-26A photograph of a stage set for a satsang, with a red and gold ornate throne at centre draped with garlands in red, yellow, green and orange. A seated figure in saffron-orange clothing sits on it, with long dark hair; a shawl-like orange cloth covers the body and the figure appears to be the honoured guest of the event. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides of the throne, with vases of flowers beside them. Behind, white drapes are swagged with teal, red, purple and green fabric, and a decorated canopy hangs above. On the left, a second gold throne-like seat is adorned with garlands, and an orange cloth lies on the floor. A glossy white stage floor reflects the lights.2010-12-26A photograph of a stage set for a satsang. A seated figure in saffron-orange clothing sits on an ornate golden throne decorated with a multicolour flower garland and red cushions. Brass oil lamps stand on either side of the throne, and a second golden chair with garlands sits empty at the left edge. The backdrop is draped white fabric with teal, red, dark and green swags and small hanging decorations. The floor is polished white with reflections, and the stage is lit from above and the sides.2010-12-26A photograph of a stage set for a satsang. A seated figure in saffron-yellow robes sits cross-legged on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, decorated with garlands of marigolds and green leaves. Beside it on the left is a second gold throne draped with colourful floral garlands, holding a golden deity murti. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides of the dais, and draped fabric in blue, red and green forms the backdrop. A large ornamental canopy hangs above the central throne. The polished stage floor reflects the lamps and throne. No other people are visible.2010-12-26A stage set for a satsang on a glossy white platform, with a figure in saffron-yellow garments seated on an ornate gold-and-red throne decorated with marigold garlands. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides of the throne, and a gold chair with a garland-draped carved headrest and a shaped backrest sits at the left edge beside a red-and-gold ceremonial hood. Behind them hang white draping with green, red and black swags, and small floral decorations are placed along the stage edges. The seated figure appears to be a presenter on a dais, with appearance cues including a saffron garment and garlands, though the identity is uncertain from the image alone. No audience members are visible.2010-12-26A staged indoor hall with a golden ornate throne at centre, draped with garlands of marigolds and red flowers. A seated figure in yellow-orange garment with long dark hair sits on the throne, flanked by brass oil lamps on stands. A second golden seat with a decorated backrest stands at left, also garlanded, with a bird-shaped finial. Purple and teal swags hang behind, with a red and gold canopy above. Potted plants and a rope barrier frame the stage, which has a reflective white floor.2010-12-26A stage set with a gold and red throne centred between two brass oil lamps, draped with garlands of yellow, red and green flowers. A seated figure in a yellow garment sits on the throne. To the left stands a second ornate gold throne with a garland-draped deity murti, a gold figure wearing a crown and adornments. Tall brass lamps flank the thrones, and purple and white drapes with green and red swags form the backdrop. A purple light washes the white floor.2010-12-26A photograph of an empty ceremonial stage set for a satsang. Centre stage stands an ornate gold and red throne decorated with floral garlands, with a seated figure in saffron-orange clothing on it, partly hidden by the garlands and microphone. Flanking the throne are brass oil lamps (deepas) on tall stands, and a second golden chair with garlands sits to the left. Behind is a white draped backdrop with green, red and blue swags and hanging flower decorations, and a decorated kalasha-style topper above. Pink and purple vases with flowers stand at the stage edge. No other people are visible in the frame.2010-12-26