Crossbow and Cranequin of Elector Augustus I of Saxony, c. 1553-1573. Germany, Saxony, 16th century. Wood (walnut?), bone veneers, flax cord, steel (etched, traces of gilding). woolen pompoms, stock decorated wih inlaid trophies of arms; bow: 58.5 cm (23 1/16 in.); butt: 5.7 cm (2 1/4 in.).
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Crossbow and Cranequin of Elector Augustus I of Saxony, c. 1553-1573. Germany, Saxony, 16th century. Wood (walnut?), bone veneers, flax cord, steel (etched, traces of gilding). woolen pompoms, stock decorated wih inlaid trophies of arms; bow: 58.5 cm (23 1/16 in.); butt: 5.7 cm (2 1/4 in.).

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