Crossbow of Elector Augustus I of Saxony

Creator

Unknown

Title

Collection

MED - Arms & Armor

Creation date

c. 1553–73

Culture

Germany, Saxony, 16th century

Technique

Wood (walnut?), bone veneers, flax cord, steel (etched, traces of gilding). woolen pompoms, stock decorated wih inlaid trophies of arms