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Title
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AN ITALIAN ARBALETE C.1780
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HCA Identifier
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GC.A.009
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Collection Location
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Fagan Arms 33915 Harper Ave, Clinton Township, MI 48035
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Date
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1780
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Location
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Italy
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Description
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Arbalete/ pellet crossbow was primarily a hunting weapon; therefore, it was restricted to nobility and aristocracy. This classic form was most associated with Italy, but used in France as well. The walnut cheek-rest is embellished with a “carved floral rosette and sea shell motif”. The iron fittings are engraved and have some of the original “blued finish” which suggests that it was stored in a hunting lodge/ castle since the time it was used.
Materials/Media Walnut, iron
Dimensions/Measurements 33" overall length.
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Source
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https://www.faganarms.com/en-ca/products/an-italian-arbalete-c1780-gca009
Fagan Arms 33915 Harper Ave, Clinton Township, MI 48035
