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A colorful and intricately detailed statue of a seated deity, surrounded by vibrant draped fabrics in shades of pink, orange, green, and purple. The deity holds symbolic objects and is adorned with jewelry, sitting on an ornate throne with a richly decorated canopy above.
A colorful and intricately detailed statue of a seated deity, surrounded by vibrant draped fabrics in shades of pink, orange, green, and purple. The deity holds symbolic objects and is adorned with jewelry, sitting on an ornate throne with a richly decorated canopy above.
A tall, intricately carved wooden statue of a woman in traditional African attire, adorned with colorful beads and standing beside a smaller statue of a child. The background includes framed art and masks on the wall, along with a softly lit lamp creating a warm ambiance.
A tall, intricately carved wooden statue of a woman in traditional African attire, adorned with colorful beads and standing beside a smaller statue of a child. The background includes framed art and masks on the wall, along with a softly lit lamp creating a warm ambiance.

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A sculpture of a reclining deity with blue skin, adorned with golden ornaments and colorful clothing, lying on a multi-headed serpent. A second figure, a female dressed in red and gold attire, is seated beside the deity, touching their leg. The base of the sculpture resembles swirling water.
A sculpture of a reclining deity with blue skin, adorned with golden ornaments and colorful clothing, lying on a multi-headed serpent. A second figure, a female dressed in red and gold attire, is seated beside the deity, touching their leg. The base of the sculpture resembles swirling water.
Sculptures of humanoid figures resembling mythological creatures with animalistic features are posed dynamically among a backdrop of leafy vines. The figures appear to be made of a dark material and are set in various dramatic stances.
Sculptures of humanoid figures resembling mythological creatures with animalistic features are posed dynamically among a backdrop of leafy vines. The figures appear to be made of a dark material and are set in various dramatic stances.
A colorful statue of a deity stands prominently in an ornate architectural niche. The figure is adorned with intricate jewelry and a headdress, holding a staff-like object in one hand. Its attire is detailed, featuring a dhoti and decorative elements.
A colorful statue of a deity stands prominently in an ornate architectural niche. The figure is adorned with intricate jewelry and a headdress, holding a staff-like object in one hand. Its attire is detailed, featuring a dhoti and decorative elements.
A colorful and ornate statue of a deity adorned with intricate jewelry and flowers. The figure has a golden headdress and holds a trident and another object in its hands. Brightly colored garments and a garland of flowers add to the festive appearance against a vibrant backdrop.
A colorful and ornate statue of a deity adorned with intricate jewelry and flowers. The figure has a golden headdress and holds a trident and another object in its hands. Brightly colored garments and a garland of flowers add to the festive appearance against a vibrant backdrop.
A detailed bronze sculpture depicting a deity stands against a red brick wall. The figure is intricately designed, with elaborate clothing and accessories, including earrings and armlets. The sculpture features the deity in a graceful pose atop a decorative pedestal, with one hand raised in a gesture. Behind the statue, there is an ornate halo with detailed carvings. To the right, part of a window with intricate lattice work is visible.
A detailed bronze sculpture depicting a deity stands against a red brick wall. The figure is intricately designed, with elaborate clothing and accessories, including earrings and armlets. The sculpture features the deity in a graceful pose atop a decorative pedestal, with one hand raised in a gesture. Behind the statue, there is an ornate halo with detailed carvings. To the right, part of a window with intricate lattice work is visible.
Two intricately decorated statues of Hindu deities are positioned within a shrine adorned with ornate carvings. A person is seen bowing in prayer towards a black statue of Nandi in the foreground.
Two intricately decorated statues of Hindu deities are positioned within a shrine adorned with ornate carvings. A person is seen bowing in prayer towards a black statue of Nandi in the foreground.

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