Pellet Crossbow for a Child

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a pellet crossbow for a child. The crossbow is mostly made of metal and features a dark brown wooden stock. The stock has a small circular ivory or bone inlay on the right side. The trigger mechanism on the right side of the crossbow consists of a curved metal piece and a trigger lever pointing downwards. A short, curved metal lever protrudes from the top of the stock. The crossbow has a metal prod or bow, which is attached to the stock. It also features a short magazine containing three white cylindrical pieces on top. The magazine and trigger mechanism are positioned on the right side of the crossbow. A tan cord or twine is wrapped around parts of the crossbow. The background of the image features a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.