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Ultramarine blue: This colour is very largely used in Nathadwara pichhwais and paintings of the 19th century. The French invented this in 1818 and the Indians imported it and used largely at Nathadwara.
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Gaogoli Although prevalent among the painters and art historians since long, its proper source of manufacture is still in doubt. The much talked about Gaogoli which is obtained from cow's urive is discussed earlier. However, Gaogoli and gorachan have a great resemblance. It is said that Gaogoli is a gland located in the centre of the cow's head. It is also known as Gomastakasya Pittam. Which is used for writing yantras, titles of sacred books and Horoscopes etc.
The Dictionary meaning of Gorachana says 'yellow mineral' which is obtained from cow's urine or the bile obtained from Cow's head. Also Gorachana is found in the pituitary glands situated in Cow's forehead. This liquid dries up on the death of the animal. If Gorachana is added to this liquid it does not lose its colour.
However, speaking more scientifically, Prof. R. B. Johnson3 (USA) on his analysis of 16th and 17th century mughal paintings and 18th century Rajasthan paintings, has found out
Sumahendra ibid p. 23 ibid
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