Lot 1338 - A218 Works of Art & Decorative Arts - Thursday, 17. September 2026, 10.00 AM
CROSSBOW
German, dated 1628.
Walnut with engraved bone inlays in the form of dragon-like creatures and circular motifs. The underside and upper surface applied with large bone plaques, richly engraved with foliate scrolls, fruit festoons, landscapes and the figure of a man wearing a hat. Steel bow (L 62 cm), forged iron trigger guard and trigger. Two windlass lugs. Later folding sight.
L 62 cm.
Leg with cracks, losses, and minor repairs. Iron parts show signs of corrosion. Trigger needs to be repaired.
CHF 3 500 / 5 000 | (€ 3 610 / 5 150)
Sold for CHF 6 250 (including buyer's premium)