Pellet Crossbow for a Child
Unknown Artist
c. 1600–1650
Medium
wood, bone inlay, steel
Dimensions
l. 44.3 cm · bow: w. 29.2 cm
Classification
Arms and Armor
Department
Medieval Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Gift of John L. Severance
Accession Number
1928.671
About this artwork
This crossbow, made for the use of a small child, was designed to throw small stones or pellets. The bow string is an accurate replacement.