The great gun of Bijapur before 1893

"The Great Gun of Bijapur" is a black and white illustration of a large cannon, likely from a book or publication about Bijapur, India. The anonymous artist has captured the cannon's size and scale, depicting it lying on its side with figures standing nearby to give a sense of proportion. This image, housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the history of Bijapur, a city known for its cannons and powerful rulers. The cannon's size likely represents the power and might of the Bijapur Sultanate. This illustration is a valuable historical artifact that documents the era and its weaponry.