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A photograph of a stage set for a satsang-style event. On the right, a seated figure in orange robes and a garland sits on an ornate gold throne with a canopy above, flanked by brass lamps and dark red draped backdrops. On the left stands a large gold bull statue, a nandi, carrying a small deity murti draped in garlands with a red cloth beneath it. The stage floor is polished and reflective, with a red curtain behind. No physical audience is visible in the frame.

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A stage set with a golden throne at right holding a seated figure in orange robes, garlanded with multicoloured flowers and white garlands, with a striped cushion and a decorative umbrella above. A large gilded bull statue, a Nandi, stands at left, draped with a flower garland and holding a deity figure in orange on a golden platform. Red and patterned draped backdrops hang behind, with brass oil lamps on stands along the platform. The seated figure's face is small and indistinct at this distance, so the identity is uncertain; the setting resembles a satsang stage.2010-12-27Empty stage set for a ceremony: a seated figure on an ornate gilded throne with a red-and-orange cloth backdrop, flanked by maroon draped panels and tall brass lamps. Garlands of flowers decorate the throne and a gilded golden bull (nandi) with a flower-covered canopy stands at left. The figure, wearing orange and white garments with a garland and rudraksha-style beads, appears to be a statue or murti rather than a live person. No physical people are visible in the scene.2010-12-27A photograph of a ceremonial stage with a red backdrop and draped curtains. A seated figure in orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, a garland of marigolds and colourful flowers around the throne, and a striped canopy overhead. A figure in orange appears seated on a raised dais in front of a microphone stand. To the left, a large gold bull statue with a garland stands beside a gold-framed shrine holding a figure in orange with flower garlands. Brass oil lamps stand in a row along the stage, and the floor is glossy white.2010-12-27A photograph of a ceremonial stage with a red and white backdrop. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate golden throne decorated with a multicolour floral garland, a tiered ceremonial canopy overhead, and a microphone stand in front. Golden oil lamps in several tiers line the stage, and a large golden bull with a floral garland and a deity figure with a garland stand on the left. The stage floor is glossy and scattered with petals. No other people are visible.2010-12-27A photograph of an empty stage set for a ceremony. On the right, a golden throne with carved panels and a red cushion sits under a striped headdress-like canopy, draped with a garland of white and yellow flowers; a seated figure in orange and red clothing with a rudraksha-style necklace occupies it, though the figure is small and distant. To the left, a large gilded Nandi bull statue carries a garlanded deity figure in orange on its back, with a golden ratha-like canopy. Brass oil lamps (deepams) with lit flames stand in a row across the stage in front of a red backdrop and maroon draped hangings. The floor is polished and reflective, with white steps at the front.2010-12-27A seated figure in orange clothing and a white and orange garland sits on a gold ornate throne decorated with a garland of yellow and white flowers, in front of a red and gold stage backdrop with a canopy above. To the left, a golden nandi bull stands beside a second throne with a garland and an orange cloth draped over it, holding a small deity figure. Brass oil lamps with lit flames stand on both sides of the stage, and a white floral garland hangs across the throne's front. The glossy white floor reflects the scene.2010-12-27A photograph of a stage set for a dais event. On the right, a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a white shawl sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) draped with marigold and multicolour garlands, with a rudraksha-style necklace visible; a beaded parasol-like canopy hangs above. A gold-and-white garland drapes the throne base. On the left, a golden Nandi bull carries a garlanded deity murti draped in orange and multicolour flower garlands. Brass oil lamps (lamps with flames) stand on both sides, and red and gold drapes with patterned hangings form the backdrop. The seated figure's appearance is unclear, so the identity cannot be confirmed from appearance.2010-12-27A stage set with a red draped backdrop and a gilded golden throne flanked by ornate golden side panels, decorated with garlands of marigolds and tinsel. A seated figure in saffron-orange clothing and a rudraksha mala sits on the throne; the figure's appearance is uncertain, so this is treated as an unsure candidate. Beside the throne stands a large golden bull (Nandi) carrying a decorated golden seat draped with garlands. Several tall brass oil lamps with lit flames line the front of the stage, and the polished floor reflects the setting.2010-12-27A photograph of a stage set for a ceremony. A seated figure in orange-saffron robes and a flower garland sits on an ornate gold throne with carved side panels, a white-and-gold garland draped across its base, and a tall decorative umbrella overhead. The figure's face is not legible at this scale, so identity is uncertain; the appearance cues are limited to saffron robes and garlands. To the left, a gold bull (Nandi) carries a deity murti on a raised dais, dressed in marigold and mixed flower garlands. Brass oil lamps (lamps) with lit flames stand on both sides of the throne. The backdrop is red with woven patterned hangings.2010-12-27A stage set for a ceremony, with a seated figure on a gold-and-white throne decorated with a flower garland and a striped canopy. The seated figure wears orange robes and is adorned with a large garland of flowers. Behind the throne hang red and maroon draped backdrops with gold-tasselled fabric panels and a white curtain above. Brass lamps stand in rows on both sides of the throne. On the left, a golden bull figure (Nandi) carries an orange-draped seat with a garlanded deity murti. The floor is polished white and reflects the scene. Two small figures appear dimly on the stage, but no clear person is visible in the audience.2010-12-27A photograph of a stage set for a satsang or discourse. A seated figure sits on an ornate gold throne (peetha) decorated with yellow and white flower garlands, with a multicoloured canopy above. The seated person wears orange-saffron robes and a rudraksha-style neck adornment, with a microphone stand in front. To the left stands a large gold-painted Nandi bull beside a deity murti in orange garments garlanded with marigold and yellow-purple flower garlands. Brass oil lamps (lamps lit at the front right) line the platform, and a red and maroon draped backdrop with fringed hangings covers the rear. The stage floor is glossy white with reflections.2010-12-27A photograph of an empty stage set for a ritual, with no people visible. On the left stands a large gold-painted Nandi bull statue on a raised gold base, draped with an orange cloth at its foot. At the centre-right is an ornate gold throne with a red seat cushion, flanked by a red and white flower garland and a striped canopy above. Behind the throne a deity murti or framed image sits under a tall garland of marigolds and white flowers, with an orange garment. Several brass oil lamps with lit flames stand on the polished floor, and a red backdrop with dark curtains completes the setting.2010-12-27