On View
Not on viewCrossbows
Date1800s
Dimensions2.54 × 27.92 × 27.92 cm (1 × 11 × 11 in.)
Credit LineGift of Mr. Russell H. Kettell
Object numberM0325
DescriptionWooden miniature crossbow made for a child to play with (toy). Stock of crossbow is carved with groove for projectile from tip to about 3 1/2" from other end. At end of groove is notch to hold string before firing. Bow is split twig put thorugh a hold 1 3/3" from the tip of the stock. It is held in place by a small pine wedge. Ends of bow are notched, and string tied at notches. Tip of stock is carved at top and bottom. Bark still on front of bow.
Object number: M1901