Crossbow Collection (page 5)

Pellet crossbow (wood, antler, flax & steel)
490877 Pellet crossbow (wood, antler, flax & steel) by German School, (17th century); 82.6x59.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

King Charles VII of France in ceremonial dress (colour litho)
PER465704 King Charles VII of France in ceremonial dress (colour litho) by Gautier, S. (fl.1880); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles VII (1403-61) King of France (1422-61); ); French

Windlass mechanism for cocking crossbow, illustration from Ancient Armour
620152 Windlass mechanism for cocking crossbow, illustration from Ancient Armour, 1860 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright

Costume design for The Tsarevitch, from The Firebird (colour litho)
STC133633 Costume design for The Tsarevitch, from The Firebird (colour litho) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Archers at crossbow practice, 14th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England, Chatto and Windus, London, 1876

Crossbow shooting at the butts, 16th century
Man with crossbow shooting at the butts (marks) in a school of archery, 16th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England

Medieval archery scenes
Archery practice with bow, 14th century (top), crossbow shooting at the butts at a school, 16th century (middle), and archers at crossbow practice, 14th century

Medieval men playing ball games and archery in a park
Medieval men playing ball games (handball or volleyball) and archery with longbow and crossbow in a park. Lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse)

Medieval weaponry
Spears of the Franks, 168, 169, crossbow 170, arrow 171, flails or chain maces 172-174, hatchet 175, and Morgenstern (morning star) or spiked club 176

William Tell (woodcut) (b / w photo)
CHT224887 William Tell (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Schaufelein, Hans the Younger (after 1515-c.1582); Private Collection; (add.info.: shot apple off his sons head; ); eArchives Charmet; German

Sir Ralph Payne Gallwey in his gunroom at Thirkleby Hall, Yorkshire, 1914 (oil on canvas)
OJ451928 Sir Ralph Payne Gallwey in his gunroom at Thirkleby Hall, Yorkshire, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Bru, Anthony de (fl.1914); Private Collection; eAckermann Johnson; out of copyright

Crossbow and arrow, 17th century. Copperplate engraving by J. Newton from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army, Stockdale, London, 1812

Scorpion, an ancient machine for firing darts. From William Newtons Designs for Vitruvius. Copperplate engraving by N.C. Goodnight from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of

The Despatch (oil on canvas)
WAG292773 The Despatch (oil on canvas) by O Neill, George Bernard (1828-1917); 77x60 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Soldiers and artillery gunners in a castle
Soldiers, archers and artillery gunners in a castle siege, 15th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

The Queen (chromolitho)
727737 The Queen (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen, the largest English ship at its time (1226). Cigarette card issued by Players

Birdcatchers Selling Dead Birds, plate 76, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum
747008 Birdcatchers Selling Dead Birds, plate 76, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628), pub

Chinese weapons or implements of war, Qing Dynasty. Halbert 1, scimitar 2, bows 3, 4, quiver 5, crossbow 6, crossbow darts 7, basket of crossbow balls 8, musket 9, iron crook 10, Hand of Justice 11

Shooting at the butt, date 1496 (engraving)
3621171 Shooting at the butt, date 1496 (engraving) by Shaw, Henry (1800-73); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shooting at the butt, date 1496)

Philip the Handsome, Duke of Burgundy, winning a crossbow shooting competition (coloured engraving)
3646256 Philip the Handsome, Duke of Burgundy, winning a crossbow shooting competition (coloured engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip the Handsome)

Elves and Gnomes. 19th century

The "Sport and Art"Exhibition at the Grosvenor Gallery (engraving)
1626746 The " Sport and Art" Exhibition at the Grosvenor Gallery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Battle of Cr飹1346
The Battle of CrÚú╣, also called Battle of Cressy, was an English victory during the Edwardian phase of the Hundred Years War. 26 August 1346

Crossbowman, 15th Century (chromolitho)
1093504 Crossbowman, 15th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossbowman, 15th Century)

William Tell, Commencement of the Liberty of Switzerland -- the famous scene in which Tell shoots an apple on his sons head. circa 1307

Crossbowman, 15th Century (coloured engraving)
976123 Crossbowman, 15th Century (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossbowman, 15th Century)

Soldier with a crossbow and one of the first cannons
The Wars of the Roses. A Soldier with a crossbow and one of the first cannons ever used. 15th century

HORN DANCE
ABBOTS BROMLEY HORN DANCE: Has elements of a mock hunt: 6 deersmen, a fool, hobby horse, a Maid Marian, 1 boy & crossbow & 1 boy & triangle dance through the town. Date: 1940s (September)

Court hunting scene with a falcon
3565060 Court hunting scene with a falcon by Flemish School, (16th century); Galleria Nazionale delle Marche, Urbino, Marche, Italy; (add.info.: Fiammingo tapestry from the sixteenth century)

The Battle of Crecy in 1346 from Froissarts Chronicles (vellum)
XIR230718 The Battle of Crecy in 1346 from Froissarts Chronicles (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

Ms 5089-90 The Siege of Jerusalem by the Christians during one of the Crusades
CHT165852 Ms 5089-90 The Siege of Jerusalem by the Christians during one of the Crusades, from Chroniques des empereurs by David Aubert, 1462 (vellum) by Brabant School

William Tell, from Peeps into the Past, published c. 1900 (colour litho)
STC213528 William Tell, from Peeps into the Past, published c.1900 (colour litho) by Trelleek (fl.c.1900); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christian Bruce, Countess of Devonshire, and her children, c. 1629 (oil on canvas)
CTS379092 Christian Bruce, Countess of Devonshire, and her children, c. 1629 (oil on canvas) by Mytens, Daniel (1590-c.1648); 243.8x287 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Cranequin, c. 1528 (steel with flax cord and wooden handle)
490878 Cranequin, c.1528 (steel with flax cord and wooden handle) by German School, (16th century); 36.3x10.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Ms Fr 1580 or 1581 Attack of a castle, from the Roman de Renart (vellum)
XIR414529 Ms Fr 1580 or 1581 Attack of a castle, from the Roman de Renart (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Archers et arbaletriers d environ 1375 (engraving)
6020706 Archers et arbaletriers d environ 1375 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archers et arbaletriers d environ 1375)

King Richard, with a deadly shot of his arbolest, pierced him fairly through the breast
1192590 King Richard, with a deadly shot of his arbolest, pierced him fairly through the breast by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hunting in honor of Charles V at Torgau Castle in Germany The emperor is representative
JLJ4613251 Hunting in honor of Charles V at Torgau Castle in Germany The emperor is representative on the left probably. Detail. Painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553). 16th century. Madrid

Hundred Years War: Joan of Arc in armor before Orleans
JLJ4656538 Hundred Years War: Joan of Arc in armor before Orleans. Painting by Jules Eugene Lenepveu (1819 - 1898), 1886-1890. Pantheon, Paris

Hundred Years War: the bag of the city of Aubenton in Picardy by Count Jean de
JLJ4679262 Hundred Years War: the bag of the city of Aubenton in Picardy by Count Jean de Hainaut in 1340. Miniature from " Chronicles" by Jean Froissart (1337-1400) Paris. B.N

March influence: hunting and court. Miniature made by Cristoforo de Predis (v. 1440-v
VEN5028008 March influence: hunting and court. Miniature made by Cristoforo de Predis (v. 1440-v. 1486) - in " De Sphaera" d Este. Around 1470. Biblioteca Estense, Modene

Hunting in honor of Charles V at Torgau Castle in Germany Painting by Lucas Cranach
JLJ4643416 Hunting in honor of Charles V at Torgau Castle in Germany Painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553) 1544. Madrid

Ms Lat 156b Fol. 167 St. Peter, from the Hours of Marguerite d Orleans, c
BNP159908 Ms Lat 156b Fol.167 St. Peter, from the Hours of Marguerite d Orleans, c.1426 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eBibliotheque Nationale

Ms 659 f. 255 r. The Battle of Crecy in 1346, 1477 (vellum)
HLK151271 Ms 659 f.255 r. The Battle of Crecy in 1346, 1477 (vellum) by Master of Mary of Burgundy, (fl.1469-83); By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester and the Trustees of the Holkham Estate;

Arbaletriers vers 1375 (engraving)
5228861 Arbaletriers vers 1375 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arbaletriers vers 1375)

History of Guillaume Tell (William Tell) (legendary heros of Swiss independence)
XEE4143819 History of Guillaume Tell (William Tell) (legendary heros of Swiss independence): the death of Gessler. Chromolithography of the late 19th century

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"Unleashing the Power: A Journey through the History of Crossbows" Step into the world of innovation and warfare as we explore the fascinating history of the crossbow. From Da Vinci's ingenious design to Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape, this weapon has left an indelible mark on human civilization. Witness the iconic statue of William Tell and his son, symbolizing bravery and precision. Transport yourself back to 1346, where the Battle of Crecy unfolded with King Edward III leading his troops into victory. Marvel at Froissart's detailed manuscript depicting this historic clash that forever changed military tactics. Even Queen Elizabeth I recognized its might, as she is depicted wielding a crossbow herself. The Battle of Towton in 1461 showcases how this weapon played a pivotal role in shaping medieval conflicts. Meet Agnes, Countess of Dunbar, also known as Black Agnes for her fierce defense against sieges during turbulent times. Discover Attenhofer Metallic A-15 crossbow poster that highlights technological advancements in weaponry. Immerse yourself further by exploring military habits from the 15th and 16th centuries while witnessing craftsmen meticulously crafting these lethal instruments in "Making a Crossbow" from 1555. Lastly, marvel at wood mantlets on wheels used for protection during battles in the Middle Ages captured beautifully by Serra's engraving. The crossbow stands tall throughout history as an embodiment of power and ingenuity—a testament to humanity's constant pursuit for more efficient means to defend or conquer.