LOT 277:
A FINE EUROPEAN HUNTING CROSSBOW
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Start price:
$
750
Estimated price :
$1,500 - $1,700
Buyer's Premium: 24.9%
sales tax: 6%
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A FINE EUROPEAN HUNTING CROSSBOW
Likely French, designed to fire stones and pellets for bird-stalking, the figured hardwood stock of characteristic bellied form with spherical butt, profusely carved, with steel mounts. With finely-wrought, removable bow. Retains its double sights and complex triggering system. Late 16th century-early 17th century. Overall length 83.2cm. Condition II

