Lot 141:
A CONTINENTAL CROSSBOW PISTOL
Description
Likely French, a finely-crafted example, the stock carved of hardwood, with brass hardware including pommel cap, triggerguard, backstrap and nut. Retains its original steel bow with tensioning pin intact and set trigger. First half of the 19th century. Minor abrasions, two brackets lacking. Overall length 33cm./ 13 inches. Condition II
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