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Large Crossbow (Ganze Rüstung) of Johann Georg, Baron von Rechenberg

dated 1663
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Large Crossbow (Ganze Rüstung) of Johann Georg, Baron von Rechenberg
  • Date: dated 1663
  • Geography: probably Dresden
  • Culture: German, probably Dresden
  • Medium: Steel, wood, wood veneer (snakewood), ivory (elephant), staghorn, horn, copper alloy, gold, wool, leather
  • Dimensions: L. 32 3/4 in. (83.2 cm); W. 32 7/8 in. (83.5 cm); Wt. 25 lb. 11 oz. (11.66 kg)
  • Classification: Archery Equipment-Crossbows
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.1576a
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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