This cromo-lithograph portrays the Baillie Guard Gate in Lucknow, India, showing a historical landmark that is now in ruins. The image captures the remains of the grand gate, with visible damage from artillery fire, which is a reference to the siege of Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The damaged stonework and partially collapsed structures convey the devastation of that period. In the foreground, a few figures can be seen near the gate, emphasizing its scale and the surrounding rugged terrain. The lithograph is part of a travel book, illustrating the impact of colonial history on India’s architecture and landscape. The image is signed by the publisher “Vanessa Brothers” of London, with both English and Hindi captions.

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