Crossbow

1924.04.0002A

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    Basic Information

    Artifact Identification Crossbow   (1924.04.0002A)
    Classification/
    Nomenclature
    1. Science & Technology T&E
    2. :
    3. Armaments
    4. :
    5. Edged Weapons
    Artist/Maker None
    Geographic Location
    Period/Date Renaissance, 16th century
    Culture N/A
    Location On Exhibitin the Europe exhibit

    Physical Analysis

    Dimension 1 (Length) 82.1 cm
    Dimension 2 (Width) 59.1 cm
    Dimension 3 (Depth) 6.5 cm
    Weight 3753 g
    Measuring Remarks None
    Materials Plant--Wood, Animal--Tooth--Ivory, Textile, Metal
    Manufacturing Processes Carved, Textile--Appliqué
    Munsell Color Information Dark Red (2.5 r 2/6 ) -ns Grayish Reddish Orange ( 2.5 y r 5/6 ) -ns

    Research Remarks

    Published Description N/A
    Description N/A
    Comparanda

    Metropolitan Museum of Art, on file

    Bibliography N/A

    Artifact History

    Archaeological Data N/A
    Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
    Reproduction no
    Reproduction Information N/A

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