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1919.5.1

Composite bow, from China. [ASh [OPS move] 3/7/2017]

1919.5.1

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Collection type
Object
Description
Composite bow, from China. [ASh [OPS move] 3/7/2017]
Long description
Composite bow. from China, which is used for shooting bullets. The bow is hinged at the grip so as to fold up. The tips of the bow are covered in a green leather as is the grip. Lacquered on the exterior of the bow and partially on the interior, creating a floral pattern. [ASh [OPS move] 3/7/2017]
Geographical reference
China
Asia > Eastern Asia > China
Person
Field collector Unknown Collector
PRM source C.K. Phillips
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1919
Date collected
Purchased 1919
Acquisition information
Donated: 06/02/1919
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Material Animal Leather Skin, Material Lacquer Varnish, Process Carved, Process Lacquered Varnished
Dimensions
Depth: max 34 mm, Width: max 295 mm, Length: max 1075 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1919.5.1

Search terms: Archery Weapon, Composite Bow

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