An Unusual North European Target Crossbow, Late 19th Century

Title
An Unusual North European Target Crossbow, Late 19th Century
Collection Location
London, United Kingdom
Date
Late 19th Century
Location
Northern Europe
Description
This target crossbow is of Northern European origin, dating to the late 19th century. It contains a slim steel bow unusually positioned in the middle of the wooden stock and secured with copper alloy plates on both sides. It also features a scrolling rest at the bottom of the crossbow, a bolt groove at the top, an adjustable sight, and a double set trigger. Towards the back of the crossbow is an iron rest. On both ends are ornately designed iron terminals painted in gold.
Source
Olympia Auctions
Link:
https://www.olympiaauctions.com/auction/lot/lot-490---an-unusual-north-european-target-crossbow-late-19th-century/?lot=49293&so=0&st=crossbow&sto=0&au=162&ef=&et=&ic=False&sd=1&pp=96&pn=1&g=1
Crossbow Top Measurements
141.0 cm stock
Item sets
Olympia Auctions