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This image depicts a decorative corner section of an outdoor pillar or building within the Sathya Sai Baba Ashram complex in Puttaparthi, India. The structure features reddish-brown speckled stone paneling on its vertical surfaces, with a robust dark grey stone base exhibiting carved horizontal lines and a flared corner element. Two prominent black vertical strips, adorned with repeating white stylized floral patterns outlined in red, accent the edges of the structure. On the front-facing panel, a recessed dark-green framed relief sculpture is presented. It portrays two shirtless men in white dhotis with red waistbands, dynamically engaged in sword combat against a painted background transitioning from blue (sky) to brown (ground). One man is depicted airborne, wielding a sword overhead, while the other is crouched, holding his sword defensively upwards. Dry leaves are accumulated at the bottom of this recess. On the side-facing panel, a recessed dark-green framed niche houses a dark grey stone statue of a female figure. She wears traditional draped attire, her hair or headwear is elaborate, and she holds a shallow, circular object forward with both hands. The statue rests on a carved, ornate dark grey pedestal. A black plaque with white text is affixed to the reddish-brown wall below the main relief, stating: "Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations Kerala & Sri Sathya Sai Trust Kerala". Above the main relief, a gold, pink, and green fabric garland with tassels hangs from the top edge of the structure. A white scalloped roof overhang is visible at the very top. The ground around the base is dry, light brown earth. In the background, to the left, a metal fence, green foliage, and portions of colorful buildings are visible. To the right, dense green trees are present. The scene is illuminated by natural daylight.
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