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Title
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Cross-bow
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HCA Identifier
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As1983,09.2
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Collection Location
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The British Museum
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Date
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Acquisition date: 1983
Production date: mid 20th century
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Location
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Thailand
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Description
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This crossbow features a thin, straight wooden stock and prod. The prod is attached horizontally through a rectangular slot cut near the front of the stock. A simple wooden lever trigger is mounted underneath the stock, secured with a visible pivot point.
Materials/Media Wood
Dimensions/Measurements Height: Height: 5.30 centimetres
Weight: Weight: 555 grammes
Width: Width: 72.20 centimetres
Depth: Depth: 70.10 centimetres
Other notes Purchased from: Prof Nicholas Tapp
Purchased from: Khin Thitsa
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Source
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https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_As1983-09-2?selectedImageId=1375956001
The British Museum