Figure of Justice

c. 1937

Elizabeth Moutal

Associated Names
Elizabeth Moutal

Artist, American, 1909 - 2000

The sculpture depicts a female figure, known as Lady Justice, who is blindfolded and holds a sword in her right hand and a balancing scale in her left hand. The sculpture is primarily brown in color and features intricate details such as folds in her gown, curly hair, and a calm facial expression. The blindfold and scale symbolize impartiality and balance in justice, while the sword represents authority and power.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 53.2 x 37.6 cm (20 15/16 x 14 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17135

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 193, no. 376.

1952

  • Christensen, Erwin O., Early American Woodcarving, New York: 1952, pl. III.

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 437, no. 1549.

Wikidata ID

Q64558833

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