Crossbow Collection (#7)

Hunt in honor of Charles V at Torgau Castle (Painting, 16th century)
LRI4623109 Hunt in honor of Charles V at Torgau Castle (Painting, 16th century) by Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553); Prado, Madrid

Crossbowman, King Richard II (chromolitho)
3099974 Crossbowman, King Richard II (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossbowman, King Richard II)

An Archer Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
An Archer Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. Attributed to Cherubino Alberti

Archer, n. d. Creator: Casimiro Tomba
Archer, late 19th-early 20th century

Crossbow. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

Crossbow of Count Ulrich V of Württemberg (1413-1480), German, probably Stuttgart
Crossbow of Count Ulrich V of Wurttemberg (1413-1480), German, probably Stuttgart, dated 1460

Pellet and Bolt Crossbow Combined with a Wheel-Lock Gun, Central European, c1570-1600
Pellet and Bolt Crossbow Combined with a Wheel-Lock Gun, Central European; possibly Southern German or Austrian, ca. 1570-1600

Crossbow, Central European, possibly Austria, ca. 1425-75. Creator: Unknown
Crossbow, Central European, possibly Austria, ca. 1425-75

A Man Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
A Man Shooting a Crossbow, 1579. after Lelio Orsi

The Wild Man or the Masquerade of Orson and Valentine, 1566. Creator: Unknown
The Wild Man or the Masquerade of Orson and Valentine, 1566. After Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Bow Gun, from the Arms of All Nations series (N3) for Allen &
Bow Gun, from the Arms of All Nations series (N3) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

The Rabbit Hunt, 1560. Creator: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Rabbit Hunt, 1560

Crossbow Brooch, Late Roman or Byzantine, second half A. D. 4th century. Creator: Unknown
Crossbow Brooch, Late Roman or Byzantine, second half A.D. 4th century

Bow Brooch, Germanic, 5th-7th century. Creator: Unknown
Bow Brooch, Germanic, 5th-7th century

Crossbow Brooch, Late Roman, 4th century. Creator: Unknown
Crossbow Brooch, Late Roman, 4th century

Genoese archer, winding up or bending his crossbow. Date: 12th century

ENGLISH SOLDIERS 1530
English soldiers during the reign of Henry VIII in relaxed conversation: they carry a crossbow, longbow, spears, a sword and a dagger Date: circa 1530

SOCIAL / JAPANESE LADIES
Japanese ladies practising shooting with the crossbow indoors Date: 1776

Boy with a Cross Bow at Sinope, c1906-1913, (1915). Creator: Mark Sykes
Boy with a Cross Bow at Sinope, c1906-1913, (1915). Boy using a crossbow, Sinop, (Turkey). From " The Caliphs Last Heritage, a short history of the Turkish Empire" by Lt.-Col

The head of a crossbowman taking aim, 1514-1515, (1943). Creator: Hans Holbein the Elder
The head of a crossbowman taking aim, 1514-1515, (1943). Study for the Augsburg Triptych altarpiece featuring the martyrdom of St Sebastian. Drawing in the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Richard I mortally wounded by an Arrow shot by Bertram de Gourdon from the Walls of the Castle of Chilus, 1773. Bertran de Gourdon (fl)

The Crossbowman and the Milkmaid, c. 1610. Creator: Gheyn, Jacques de, the Younger (1565-1629)
The Crossbowman and the Milkmaid, c. 1610. Found in the Collection of National Gallery, Prague

A Zemindar and a Puthan, 1844. Artist: Lowes Dickinson
A Zemindar or Farmer of the Upper Provinces and a Puthan, a Famous Westler, 1844; shows both men armed with a selection of firearms, yataghans and a crossbow

Soldiers and artillery of the 15th century besieging a walled town, 19th century. Plate 16 from The History of the Nations

Bows and arrows from the 14th-15th century, 1842. Artist: Friedrich Martin von Reibisch
Bows and arrows from the 14th-15th century, 1842. Plate from A History of the Development and Customs of Chivalry by Dr Franz Kottenkamp, 1842

Giant crossbow, 1480-1485 (1954). Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Giant crossbow, 1480-1485 (1954). Codex Atlanticus, 53v-b. A print from Leonardo da Vinci by Ludwig H Heydenreich. (London, 1954)

Medieval army. Soldiers during a siege city. Guns and crossb
Medieval army. Artillery. Soldiers during a siege city. Guns and crossbows. Miniature. 15th century. Chateau of Chantilly. France

History of Crusades. Seventh Crusade. Siege of Damietta (June 7, 1249) by Louis IX of France (1226-1270). The city was taken with little resistance from the Egyptians. Miniature.15th century

SIEGE, 15th CENTURY. Soldiers scaling the walls of a city during an attack. Manuscript illumination from Chroniques de Charles VII, 15th century

Leonardo da Vincis drawing of a giant crossbow on wheels
LEONARDO: INVENTION. Leonardo da Vincis drawing of a giant crossbow on wheels

Leonardo da Vinci sketch for a siege machine
Military machine for firing arrows with a crossbow, designed by Leonardo da Vinci. Woodcut with a watercolor wash

Medieval crossbow
Genoese archer winding up, or bending, his cross-bow. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Crecy, Hundred Years War
Archers and knights at the Battle of Crecy, France, Hundred Years War, 1346. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

Diana patroness hunting Venatio title object
Diana as patroness of the hunting Venatio (title on object) Der Vrouwen list and valsch company can win Coningen, gelyck Apaem and Nini bitch

Battle Of Bouvines, 1214. From Agenda Buvard Du Bon Marche Published 1917

From Left Clockwise, An Archer, The Standard Of Richard, Earl Of Warwick, A Crossbow Man And A Pavoiser. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868

Two 15Th Century French Crossbowmen, One Firing His Weapon, The Other Loading It With A Windlass, Both Protected By Pavises. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

Varlet Or Squire Carrying Thick Bladed Halberd And Archer In Fighting Dress Drawing Crossbow String With Double Handled Winch. From 15Th Century Miniatures

Crossbow (Halbe Rüstung) with Winder (Cranequin), crossbow, German, probably Dresden
Crossbow (Halbe Rustung) with Winder (Cranequin), crossbow, German, probably Dresden; winder, possibly German, crossbow, ca. 1720-30; winder, ca. 1575-1600

Crossbow of Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary, Central or Eastern European
Crossbow of Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary (reigned 1458-1490), Central or Eastern European, possibly Vienna, dated 1489

Charles VII, King of France, on horseback in full armour, 15th century (1882-1884). Artist: Gautier
Charles VII, King of France, on horseback in full armour, 15th century (1882-1884). Charles (1403-1461) ruled France from 1422-1461

Crossbow hunting of Emperor Maximilian I. 16th century
Crossbow hunting of Emperor Maximilian I. Innsbruck. 16th century. Iron, steel, wood and bone. German Historical Museum. Berlin. Germany

Archer with two-pulley winch crossbow.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889

Large Mounted Crossbow
A large mounted crossbow capable of firing a wide range of projectiles from iron balls to fire bombs and metal lances Date: 1588

SPANISH CONQUEST, 1520. Spanish conquistadors under Pedro de Alvarado in the palace of Tenochtitlan, under siege by Native Mexicans during an uprising following a massarcre ordered by Alvarado in

Design for a rapid firing crossbow by Leonardo da Vinci (the crossbow equivalent of the machine gun)
LEONARDO: INVENTION. Design for a rapid firing crossbow by Leonardo da Vinci (the crossbow equivalent of the machine gun)

William Tell, legendary Swiss archer
William Tell aiming his crossbow to shoot an apple off his sons head. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

William Tell in the Swiss independence fight
Escape of William Tell from a sinking boat during the Swiss independence movement, 1300s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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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.