Ragamala (Garland of melodies) paintings are an Indian tradition of miniature painting designed to accompany poetic and musical musings. Frequently featuring couples in various states of embrace and separation, the lovers personify the moods induced by the changing seasons, while the scenery conveys the relevant time of day and season in which the raga is to be sung. Most paintings also demarcate the specific Hindu deities attached with the raga.

This Asavari ragini from a Ragamala (Garland of melodies) series shows a female protagonist (nayika) sitting on a rocky outcrop and playing a pungi flute to charm snakes.