The buildings of the dynasty of Bijapur, founded in 1489 and finally defeated in 1686. Portraits of the sultans introduce a study of the forts, temples, palaces, mausoleums and pavilions in which each sought to outdo his predecessor in splendid architecture and sculpture.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
012330
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → India - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → India - Social life and customs
Crafts & Visual Arts → Architecture - India
Documentary → Documentary films - India
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)