About This Artwork

German
Mark: Star surmounted by the letters H W

Cranequin (Winder) for a Sporting Crossbow, 1550/1600

Steel with gilding, wood, horn, and cord
L. (overall) 33.9 cm (13 3/8 in.)
Wt. 5 lb.
George F. Harding Collection, 1982.2379