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Pellet Crossbow

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Pellet Crossbow by artist is a crossbow with a stock made of brown wood featuring metal filigree. The body of the crossbow is made of metal with visible etchings. A metal mechanism is attached on top. The trigger and safety are also made of metal. The butt of the stock is rounded. The background is grey and white. The crossbow sits at an angle pointing to the right.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1600–1650
Medium:
Steel, wood (probably maple), gold, iron alloy
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
598 × 356 px
Museum record:
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