Iron Cranequin, 16th-17th century

Title

Iron Cranequin, 16th-17th century

Collection Location

Unknown (private collection)

Date

end of the 16th century to the beginning of the 17th century

Location

Central Europe
SGL Auctions suggests that the origin is a Germanic country.

Description

This cranequin is made of iron. Its box is stamped and has some additional decorative lines etched in. On the opposite end of the cranequin, there are some more decorative lines. The knob of the handle appears to have a wooden piece on it.

Source

SGL Enchères [SGL Auctions]

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Information and images courtesy of SGL Auctions

SGL Enchères - Rare cric d'arbalète de chasse, autrefois appelé "cranequin"

Crossbow Top Measurements

Length: 31 cm