Artwork

Large Pendant, Justice Standing at Centre

Large Pendant, Justice Standing at Centre, by Daniel Mignot, ink, 1593
Large Pendant, Justice Standing at Centre, by Daniel Mignot, ink, 1593

Large Pendant, Justice Standing at Centre is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Daniel Mignot. It dates from 1593 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Large Pendant, Justice Standing at Centre is a 1593 engraving by Daniel Mignot, featuring a central figure of Justice within a pendant design.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts Justice at its core, symbolizing fairness and morality, set amidst a larger pendant composition, though specific contextual meanings or allegorical details beyond the central figure are not immediately discernible from the work itself.

Technique & Style

Created using the engraving technique, the work showcases intricate details carved into a metal plate, highlighting Mignot's skill in this medium through the precision of the carved design elements.

History & Provenance

Produced in 1593 by Daniel Mignot, the engraving's historical context and ownership history prior to its current location are not detailed in available information.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Daniel Mignot

Artist

Daniel Mignot

Daniel Mignot (1596–1596) was an artist.

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