Pellet and Bolt Crossbow Combined with a Wheel-Lock Gun

Title
Pellet and Bolt Crossbow Combined with a Wheel-Lock Gun
HCA Identifier
14.25.1573
Collection Location
Collection Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Date
1570-1600
Location
Central European; possibly Southern German or Austrian
Description
This crossbow from central Europe is on display in Gallery 375 of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and is known for it wheel lock gun mechanism which allows for the crossbow to shoot both arrow-like projectiles as well as pellets. It is known for its inlay of carved staghorn featuring artwork based on the published works of Jacob Floris. These decorations depict designs of other arms such as spears and crossbows. It includes a metal lever and its steel bow was a later replacement.
Source
Collection Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Item sets
The Metropolitan Museum of Art