Artwork
Justice
Justice is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Marcantonio Raimondi. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1520 by Marcantonio Raimondi, an Italian engraver, Justice is an engraving that exemplifies the artist's technical skill and his role in disseminating the High Renaissance style through reproductive printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts an allegorical representation of Justice, a woman holding a sword and a scale, symbolizing the balance and fairness associated with the concept. Her pose and the surrounding architecture convey a sense of harmony and equilibrium.
Technique & Style
Raimondi's use of intricate cross-hatching creates depth and texture in the image, showcasing his technical innovations in engraving. The refined and balanced composition reflects the characteristics of the High Renaissance style, which Raimondi helped spread across Europe through his collaborations with Raphael and other artists.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marcantonio Raimondi, often called simply Marcantonio (c. 1470/82 – c. 1534), was an Italian engraver, known for being the first important printmaker whose body of work consists largely of prints copying paintings. He…
