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A photograph of a processional palanquin on a stage holding two painted deity murtis standing in a gold-framed arched shrine. The left figure wears an orange and yellow striped dhoti, a tall crown, a white and gold garland and a red-orange shawl, and holds a trident-like staff. The right figure wears an orange sari, a crown, layered beaded garlands and a green ribbon. Both stand against a deep red drape on a gold-carved base. Behind them a blue backdrop shows a printed sepia image of a gopuram temple tower beside a banner, and orange stanchions frame the stage. No physical people are visible.2012-04-06April 06 20122012-04-06April 06 20122012-04-06April 06 20122012-04-06Two gilded metal deity murtis stand side by side under an ornate golden arch carved with foliage and scrollwork. The taller murti on the left wears a crown, a red gem pendant, layered jewelled necklaces and an orange-red cloth draped over the shoulder, holding a staff-like attribute, with a small animal figure at its feet. The smaller murti on the right wears a crown, a white pearl-and-gem garland and a patterned pink and gold cloth, standing on a lotus base. A red cloth backdrop and wooden framing sit behind them on a red platform.2012-05-02April 06 20122012-04-06Two metal deity murtis stand side by side in a gilded arched shrine, decorated with fresh flower garlands in yellow, orange, red, purple and white and silver ornamental necklaces. The left figure wears a tall orange-and-gold crown, holds a trident-like staff, and is dressed in striped maroon and gold cloth. The right figure wears a jewelled crown and an orange skirt, holds a green-and-gold staff, and has layered silver jewellery. Orange cloth drapes below them over a red backdrop, with a small offering plate in front. At the right edge, a partly visible man in white ritual cloth stands near the shrine.2012-04-06September 07 20122012-09-07Two ornately decorated statues of a deity couple stand on a dark blue draped pedestal in front of a bright pink curtain and an ornate golden arch. The left figure has a red and orange turban, a trident-like staff, a rudraksha mala and white flower garlands, and wears orange trousers with gold trim. The right figure wears a white crown, a pink and red-gold sari and layered necklaces with red flower garlands. Palm fronds and garden plants surround the scene, and a stone statue is visible at the right edge.2013-04-13A photograph of three ornately dressed deity murtis displayed before a gilded arch with carved lion-faced crest and blue draped backdrop. The central figure wears a green and gold crown, a white and gold garland and a striped orange-and-green shawl over white dhoti; the figure on the left wears an orange turban, gold necklace with green pendant and a golden-brown dhoti; the figure on the right wears a black and silver headdress, red and gold sari and layered jewelry. Each stands on a draped cloth with gold borders, with a dark maroon curtain behind the right side. No physical people are visible.2014-06-06A photograph of a pair of golden statues of a male and female deity seated together on a pink pedestal before a deep red curtain inside a gilded arched frame. The male figure wears an orange turban, ornate gold and white beaded necklaces, orange and blue dhoti-style drapery, and holds a trident and a ritual staff. The female figure wears a gold crown, layered white and gold necklaces, and a golden sari with a blue skirt. Green palms and foliage surround the arch outdoors. The statues are not living people.2013-09-09September 30 20082008-09-30