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William Tells Memorial, Altdorf, Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
William Tells Memorial built by Richard Kissling (unveiled in 1895) at Altdorf, Lake Lucerne, Switzerland. Date: circa 1905

Reign of Maximilian I (1459-1519). War against the Ottoman E
Holy Roman Empire. Reign of Maximilian I (1459-1519). War against the Ottoman Empire. Engraving by Historia Universal, 1885. Colored

Arbalest with ivory inlay. 16thA?i?17th century. Museum of History and Navigation. Riga. Latvia

Gold crossbow fibula. 5th century. National Museum of the Early Middle Ages (Museo dell Alto Medioevo). Rome. Italy

Siege of Gibraltar. Archers. 1350. Colored engraving, 1852

History of Gaul. The troops of Caesar and the Germanic hordes fighting over the Rhine. Medieval miniature. 15th century. Chateau de Chantilly. France

Von Der Buwenburg, poet of the 13th century, plundering a herd. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 359r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Rubin in a castle sending a message to his loved with a cros
Rubin, Tyrolean ministerial from 12th century, in a castle sending a message to his loved with a crossbow. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 169v

ARCHERS 1250
An archer with a long bow and a cross bowman. Date: 1250

Military costume: archers and crossbowman in 1312
Archers and crossbowman in 1312. Date: 1312

German Sleeping Beauty pantomime characters. 19th century

People in medieval costume on a New Year card
Five people in medieval costume on a New Year card. One of them has caught (or shot down) a very thin bird. circa 1890s

A nobleman from Friesland in full dress from the 11th century, with crossbow, sword and quiver.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

French crossbowman, 13th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

French crossbowman, 14th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Medieval archers with crossbow and long bow, early 16th century.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

Hundred Years War. Siege of Rouen by the English army of Henry V, from July 1418 to January 1419. Engraving

Nursery Rhyme -- The Carrion Crow. A tailor sits sewing, and is irritated by a carrion crow making a noise in a tree. He aims at the crow with his crossbow

Theuerdarnk Nearly Shoots Himself Crossbow Theuerdank
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Arms Armor, Crossbow, German, possibly Austrian, 15th century, 1401, 1500, Wood
Arms and Armor, Crossbow, German, possibly Austrian, 15th century, 1401, 1500, Wood

Crossbow Arms Nations series N3 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands
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Man Shooting Crossbow 1579 Engraving Sheet 8 3 / 4
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Man Holding Crossbow Etching Sheet 14 1 / 2 8 13 / 16
Artokoloro

Rabbit Hunt 1560 Etching Sheet 8 7 / 16 x 11 3 / 8
Artokoloro

CRANACH: VENUS AND CUPID. Venus and Cupid. Woodcut by Lucas Cranach the Elder, 1506

Illustration, crossbow

Stag Hunt of Elector Friedrich III the Wise, 1529 (panel)
XAM72408 Stag Hunt of Elector Friedrich III the " Wise", 1529 (panel) by Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553); 80x114 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

A Barber surgeon tending a peasants foot, c. 1650 (panel)
BAL67246 A Barber surgeon tending a peasants foot, c.1650 (panel) by Koedyck (Koedijck), Issac (c.1616/18-68); 91x72 cm; Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Fr 2643 f. 207 Battle of Poitiers, 1356, from Froissarts Chronicle (vellum)
BAL51287 Fr 2643 f.207 Battle of Poitiers, 1356, from Froissarts Chronicle (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Electress Sybille of Saxony preparing to shoot with her crossbow at the Hunt
XIR498130 The Electress Sybille of Saxony preparing to shoot with her crossbow at the Hunt in Honour of Emperor Charles V near Hartenfels Castle, Torgau, 1544 (oil on panel) (see also 38682, 498129)

Johann Friedrich the Magnanimous, Elector of Saxony and Emperor Charles V hunting
XIR498129 Johann Friedrich the Magnanimous, Elector of Saxony and Emperor Charles V hunting deer near Hartenfels Castle, Torgau, 1544 (oil on panel) (detail of 38682) by Cranach, Lucas

Crossbowman taking aim, detail of Hunt in Honour of Charles V near Hartenfels Castle
XIR488632 Crossbowman taking aim, detail of Hunt in Honour of Charles V near Hartenfels Castle, Torgau, 1544 (oil on panel) by Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553); Prado, Madrid

Assault on a fortified place, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle
KW478223 Assault on a fortified place, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880 (litho) by French School

Attributed to Cherubino Alberti (formerly Cornelis Cort) after Lelio Orsi (Italian, 1553 - 1615), An Archer Shooting a Crossbow, 1579, engraving on laid paper

The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian, detail of an archer (oil on panel) (detail of 165896)
XIR444262 The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian, detail of an archer (oil on panel) (detail of 165896) by Signorelli, Luca (c.1450-1523); Pinacoteca Comunale, Citta di Castello

Two 15th century French crossbowmen, one firing his weapon, the other loading it with a windlass
KW415604 Two 15th century French crossbowmen, one firing his weapon, the other loading it with a windlass, both protected by pavises, from Les Arts au Moyen Age

Death of St. Peter the Martyr
XJL38665 Death of St. Peter the Martyr by Berruguete, Pedro (c.1450-1504); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright

Hunt in Honour of the Emperor Charles V near Hartenfels Castle, Torgau, 1544 (oil on panel)
XIR38682 Hunt in Honour of the Emperor Charles V near Hartenfels Castle, Torgau, 1544 (oil on panel) (see also 498131, 72409 and 498129) by Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553); Prado, Madrid

The Adoration of the Kings, 1564 (oil on panel)
BAL3153 The Adoration of the Kings, 1564 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 111.1x83.2 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright

The Battle of Poitiers, 25th October 732, won by Charles Martel (688-741) 1837 (oil
XIR39147 The Battle of Poitiers, 25th October 732, won by Charles Martel (688-741) 1837 (oil on canvas) by Steuben, Charles Auguste (1788-1856); 465x542 cm; Chateau de Versailles, France; German

Martyrdom of St. Sebastian, 1475 (oil on poplar)
XCF259753 Martyrdom of St. Sebastian, 1475 (oil on poplar) by Pollaiuolo, Antonio (1432/3-1498) and Piero (1443-96) del; 291.5x202.6 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

How to Carry a Cloth to Approach Beasts, after a miniature in the 15th century Manuscript
KW260512 How to Carry a Cloth to Approach Beasts, after a miniature in the 15th century Manuscript of Phoebus, from Le Moyen Age et La Renaissance by Paul Lacroix (1806-84) published 1847 (litho)

An Ostiak Hunting Ermine (coloured engraving)
XZL151565 An Ostiak Hunting Ermine (coloured engraving) by Russian School, (19th century); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Illustration from a psalter, depicting various figures, a spoonbill, sheep, centaurs
XTD194454 Illustration from a psalter, depicting various figures, a spoonbill, sheep, centaurs and Reynard the Fox (vellum) by English School; Bibliotheque Royale de Belgique, Brussels

Hunter with a crossbow in a landscape, Monogrammist HD, Pieter Brueghel I, Pieter Brueghel II, c. 1590 - c. 1610

Archer and milkmaid, Nicolaes de Clerck, 1608 - 1612

The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian (oil on panel)
XIR165896 The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian (oil on panel) by Signorelli, Luca (c.1450-1523); Pinacoteca Comunale, Citta di Castello, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Rabbit Hunting, Adriaen Collaert, Eduwart van Hoeswinckel, 1582 - 1586

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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.