Summary: 	and gazes with muffled eyes at the night sky. Her mind fluttering like a bird, she thinks of her absent lover, who is staying at Mathura, and though she hears the sound of the flute, realizes it is only the demon causing commotion. Grieving and lonely, she lies down in her bower, the garments pressed with the marks of her tears, her crying heart throbs with the memory of their love. The paintings from various collections depict different types of Nayikas, such as the mature Nayikas expressing love, the courtesans, and those anticipating separation, showcasing the diverse emotions and scenarios depicted in the Sanskrit literature of Shringara. The unique Rasamanjari by Bhanudatta is a treasure trove of insights into the social life and spiritual aspirations of the people, revealing the complexity of human emotions and relationships in the context of love and longing.