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Court Robe Collection

The court robe, a symbol of authority and prestige, was worn by esteemed judges such as Judge Joseph Story, Judge David Davis, Judge Nathan Clifford

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge Joseph Story, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

Judge Joseph Story, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Judge Joseph Story, between 1855 and 1865

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge David Davis, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

Judge David Davis, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Judge David Davis, between 1855 and 1865

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge Nathan Clifford, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

Judge Nathan Clifford, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Judge Nathan Clifford, between 1855 and 1865

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge Field, Stephen Johnson. Appointed to the Supreme Court by Lincoln in 1863; photo c. 1875

Judge Field, Stephen Johnson. Appointed to the Supreme Court by Lincoln in 1863; photo c. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Judge Field, Stephen Johnson. Appointed to the Supreme Court by Lincoln in 1863; photo c. 1875

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge John Marshall Harlan, Supreme Court, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown

Judge John Marshall Harlan, Supreme Court, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Judge John Marshall Harlan, Supreme Court, between 1865 and 1880

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge S. J. Field, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

Judge S. J. Field, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Judge S.J. Field, between 1855 and 1865

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Clifford, Judge Nathan (Supreme Court), between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown

Clifford, Judge Nathan (Supreme Court), between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Clifford, Judge Nathan (Supreme Court), between 1870 and 1880

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge David Davis, U. S. S. Court, between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown

Judge David Davis, U. S. S. Court, between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Judge David Davis, U.S.S. Court, between 1870 and 1880

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Judge David Davis, U. S. Supreme Court, between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown

Judge David Davis, U. S. Supreme Court, between 1870 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Judge David Davis, U.S. Supreme Court, between 1870 and 1880

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Dragon on a nineteenth century Court Robe, 19th century

Dragon on a nineteenth century Court Robe, 19th century
Dragon on a Chinese Emperors Court Robe, from the Victoria and Albert Museums collection, 19th century

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Design for the embroidered court robe of a Chinese Emperor, 19th century

Design for the embroidered court robe of a Chinese Emperor, 19th century
Design for the embroidered court robe of a Chinese Emperor, from the Victoria and Albert Museums collections collection, 19th century

Background imageCourt Robe Collection: Detail from Chinese Emperors court robe, 19th century

Detail from Chinese Emperors court robe, 19th century
Detail from the front of a Chinese Emperors court robe of embroidered yellow silk, from the Victoria and Albert Museums collections collection, 19th century


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The court robe, a symbol of authority and prestige, was worn by esteemed judges such as Judge Joseph Story, Judge David Davis, Judge Nathan Clifford, Judge Stephen Johnson Field, and Judge John Marshall Harlan. These distinguished individuals donned the robe between 1855 and 1880 during their service on the Supreme Court or U. S. S. Court. Although the creators of these robes remain unknown, their craftsmanship speaks volumes about the attention to detail and artistry involved in their creation. The Dragon on a nineteenth-century Court Robe showcases intricate embroidery that adds an air of grandeur to the garment. Similarly, the Design for the embroidered court robe of a Chinese Emperor exemplifies opulence with its elaborate patterns and rich colors. In examining specific details from Chinese Emperors' court robes from this era, one can appreciate the meticulousness put into each piece. The fine stitching and exquisite motifs demonstrate not only skill but also cultural significance. These court robes were more than just garments; they represented power and authority within the legal system. As judges presided over important cases that shaped history during this period marked by social change and political upheaval, they wore these robes as symbols of their role in upholding justice. Whether it was Judge Joseph Story's tenure between 1855-1865 or Judge David Davis's service on both U. S. S. Court and U. S Supreme Court between 1870-1880s - these judges embodied integrity while wearing their respective court robes. The legacy left behind by these esteemed jurists is intertwined with images of them adorned in elegant court attire—a reminder that justice is blind but not without regality.