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Pellet and Bolt Crossbow

dated 1573
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Pellet and Bolt Crossbow
  • Date: dated 1573
  • Culture: Northern Italian or French, probably Savoy
  • Medium: Steel, wood (cherry, mahogany), staghorn, ivory (probably elephant)
  • Dimensions: L. 37 3/4 in. (95.9 cm); W. 25 5/16 in. (64.3 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 6 oz. (1,977 g)
  • Classification: Archery Equipment-Crossbows
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.1583
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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