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Crossbow
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About this work
The cranequin, or winding device sitting on top of the crossbow, made it easier to span for reloading. With a full quiver, a container for bolts and arrows, a hunter could bring home plenty of meat.
Cleveland Museum of Art’s own descriptionCredit lineCrossbow, c. 1460–70. Germany. Wood (walnut?) inlaid with bone; horn; iron and steel; composite bow (horn and parchment); overall: 87 cm (34 1/4 in.); bow: 74.5 cm (29 5/16 in.); butt: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance, 1916.1725
