The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of March 28, 2024

Pellet Crossbow for a Child

Pellet Crossbow for a Child

c. 1600–1650
Overall: 44.3 cm (17 7/16 in.); Bow: 29.2 cm (11 1/2 in.); Butt: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)
Location: not on view

Description

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.
  • 1928
    American Art Association sale, American Art Galleries
    American Art Galleries (sale, November 1928)
  • Armor Court Reinstallation. The Cleveland Museum of Art (organizer).
    The Cleveland Museum of Art (09/10/1998); "Armor Court Reinstallation"
  • {{cite web|title=Pellet Crossbow for a Child|url=false|author=|year=c. 1600–1650|access-date=28 March 2024|publisher=Cleveland Museum of Art}}

Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1928.671