I picked this up today by chance when I passed a local junk shop and saw it hanging in the window. After a closer look through the window I saw it was a superb pencil drawing and well framed. I proceeded inside and after I haggled the already bargain price, the owner removed it from the window and was as astounded as I first was to see it was actually hand drawn.
The images I am presenting do not do it any justice at all, flash and glass do not mix. It is of the highest quality, very fine pencil work with colour that you are likely to see in a while on a subject such as this.
I love the side view of the cannon in the carriage with the ram rod and chain, followed by the plan of the cannon, ram rod, cannon ball and wadding.
There is also a signature G.Burn 12.91 in the bottom right corner.
What I wish to know from those in the know is, from what original cannon would this image have been taken?
I see there is a LOUIS XIV notation to the rear of the carriage.
Any direction would be most appreciated.
Thanks
Gav