AUCTIONS IMPERIAL ARMS & ARMOR NOV 2024

A FINE EUROPEAN HUNTING CROSSBOW

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Start price: $750

Estimated price: $1,500 - $1,700

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Description

Likely French, designed to fire stones and pellets for bird-stalking, the figured hardwood stock of characteristic bellied form with spherical butt, profusely carved, with steel mounts. With finely-wrought, removable bow. Retains its double sights and complex triggering system. Late 16th century-early 17th century. Overall length 83.2cm. Condition II