AN ENGLISH STONEBOW

Title

AN ENGLISH STONEBOW

Collection Location

Private Collection

Date

THIRD QUARTER OF THE 18TH CENTURY

Location

England

Description

This crossbow is fitted with a slender prod with a later bowstring of twisted cords. The prod has a folding fore-sight fitted with a later cord. The hardwood stock is inlaid with engraved iron plaques on top, fitted with an engraved built-in gaffle, a trigger-guard and a butt-plate.

Source

Thomas Del Mar Ltd in association with Sotheby's

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Data and images courtesy of

Thomas Del Mar Ltd/Olympia Auctions

Crossbow Top Measurements

74.0 cm; 29 1/8 in stock