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Esquisse pour la salle d'audience de la Cour des Assises du Palais de Justice de... c1866-1873. Creator: Leon Joseph Florentin Bonnat
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Esquisse pour la salle d'audience de la Cour des Assises du Palais de Justice de... c1866-1873. Creator: Leon Joseph Florentin Bonnat
Esquisse pour la salle d'audience de la Cour des Assises du Palais de Justice de Paris : La Justice, between 1866 and 1873. Sketch for the audience chamber at the Court of Assizes in Paris. Putti with olive branch, sword, scales, and plaques reading Lex (Law) and Jus (Justice)
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This sketch, titled "Esquisse pour la salle d'audience de la Cour des Assises du Palais de Justice de Paris: La Justice," was created by the renowned French artist Leon Joseph Florentin Bonnat between 1866 and 1873. The painting depicts an allegorical representation of Justice and the Law within an indoor setting, likely intended for the audience chamber of the Paris Courts of Assizes. Bonnat masterfully employs allegorical figures, including putti or cherubs, to convey the concepts of Law and Justice. The cherubs are depicted holding symbols of these concepts: an olive branch represents peace and harmony, while a sword symbolizes the power to enforce justice. Other putti hold scales, a traditional symbol of balance and fairness, and plaques inscribed with the Latin words "Lex" (Law) and "Jus" (Justice). The oil painting, with its rich color palette and intricate detailing, showcases the artistic school of the late 19th century in France. The children-like figures, with their angelic faces and delicate features, add a sense of innocence and purity to the scene. The overall composition of the painting exudes a sense of order, stability, and harmony, reflecting the values of the legal institution it was intended for. This beautiful work of art, a testament to the artistic heritage of France, can be found in various Paris museums, including the Petit Palais. It serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of justice and the law, and the role they play in our society.
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