-
Title
-
Cavalry Crossbow with Goat's-Foot Lever, Late 15th Century
-
Collection Location
-
Unknown (private collection)
-
Date
-
end of the 15th century
-
Location
-
Unknown (likely Europe)
-
Description
-
On the front end of the crossbow, a bolt rest juts out considerably. This crossbow likely has a steel prod. It seems to lack bindings, so it is uncertain how it attaches to the stock. Bow irons may have been used, but the picture is unclear. Instead of a bowstring, the prod has a chain made of three long steel pieces. This crossbow has a lever trigger.
The crossbow is accompanied by a steel goat’s-foot lever, or “pied à biche.” It was used to help arm the crossbow.
-
Source
-
Auctioned by Metayer Mermoz Maison de Ventes aux Enchères [Metayer Mermoz Auction House]
-
Crossbow Top Measurements
-
Length: 47 cm
Width (prod length): 55 cm
