Justice System Collection

Central Criminal Court, The Old Bailey, engraved by H. Melville (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF173667 Central Criminal Court, The Old Bailey, engraved by H. Melville (engraving) (b/w photo) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Engraving depicting Pentonville Prison, London, 19th century
5308889 Engraving depicting Pentonville Prison, London, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Pentonville Prison, London. Dated 19th century 01/02/1843); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Woodblock engraving depicting John Selman, a London cut-purse (nypper) and pickpocket (foyster), 17th century
5308888 Woodblock engraving depicting John Selman, a London cut-purse (nypper) and pickpocket (foyster), 17th century; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting John Selman)

A clerk writing down evidence given by a witness
5311791 A clerk writing down evidence given by a witness; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a clerk writing down evidence given by a witness at a tribunal)

Court of Common Pleas, Westminster Hall (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF173669 Court of Common Pleas, Westminster Hall (litho) (b/w photo) by Rowlandson, T.(1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C.(1762-1832); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Court Scene (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF173662 Court Scene (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Only thing they Respect of Fear, from Harpers Weekly
PNP284616 The Only thing they Respect of Fear, from Harpers Weekly, 21st October 1871 (engraving) William M. Boss Tweed hugging the figure of Samuel J

Titlepage of The Tryals of Captain John Rackham and other Pirates
PNP269033 Titlepage of The Tryals of Captain John Rackham and other Pirates, published in 1721 (litho) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Calico Jack)

Penitentiary on Blackwells Island (Welfare Island) New York, c. 1853 (engraving)
PNP247608 Penitentiary on Blackwells Island (Welfare Island) New York, c.1853 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Dillinger (b / w photo)
PNP252340 John Dillinger (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Herbert Dillinger 1903-34)

Jack Legs Diamond (1896-1931) being taken into police custody, 1918 (b / w photo)
PNP252311 Jack Legs Diamond (1896-1931) being taken into police custody, 1918 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John T)

A Trial at the Old Bailey before the Lord Chief Justice (w / c on paper) (b / w photo)
XJF173661 A Trial at the Old Bailey before the Lord Chief Justice (w/c on paper) (b/w photo) by Davis, Joseph Barnard (1861-1943); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Kings Inns, Dublin, Ireland; Exterior Of Institution Of Law And Justice

A finger pillory, used in the 15th century, from The National and Domestic History
KW322636 A finger pillory, used in the 15th century, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Court of Chancery, Lincolns Inn Hall, engraved by Constantine Stadler (fl. 1780-1812)
XYC282780 Court of Chancery, Lincolns Inn Hall, engraved by Constantine Stadler (fl.1780-1812), 1808 (coloured aquatint) by Rowlandson, T. (1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C

Trial of Madeleine Smith, 1857 (w / c on paper) (b / w photo)
XJF173670 Trial of Madeleine Smith, 1857 (w/c on paper) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lincolns Inn Hall, engraved by H. Melville (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF173666 Lincolns Inn Hall, engraved by H. Melville (engraving) (b/w photo) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Trial of William Palmer, at the Central Criminal Court, May 1856, for Poisoning John Parsons Cook
XJF173663 Trial of William Palmer, at the Central Criminal Court, May 1856, for Poisoning John Parsons Cook, at Rugeley (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Law Courts, Dunedin, South Island, New Zealand

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"Unveiling the Layers of Justice: A Glimpse into the Central Criminal Court and Beyond" Step into the world where justice is served, as we explore captivating glimpses from history. The Central Criminal Court, famously known as The Old Bailey, stands tall as a symbol of truth and fairness. In an enchanting black and white photo engraved by H. Melville, its grandeur transports us to a time when justice was upheld with utmost integrity. Witness George Bugs Moran in court during 1930; his face etched with anticipation and uncertainty. This monochromatic snapshot captures a moment frozen in time, reminding us that even those who walk on the wrong side of the law must face their day in court. Louis Lepke Buchalter's haunting portrait from 1933 serves as another reminder that no one is above the reach of justice. As we gaze upon this solemn image, we are reminded that accountability knows no boundaries or exceptions. Delving deeper into history, a Washington War Department poster announces a reward for finding Abraham Lincoln's murderer back in April 1865. This lithograph takes us back to an era marred by tragedy but fueled by determination to bring perpetrators to justice. The Court of Common Pleas at Westminster Hall emerges through another lithograph capturing its architectural magnificence against a backdrop of grayscale hues. It reminds us that within these walls countless lives have been shaped forever under the watchful eyes of Lady Justice herself. A riveting engraving depicting a courtroom scene further immerses us into legal proceedings throughout history. Through this black and white photo-engraving fusion, we witness emotions running high - fear, hope, desperation - all encapsulated within these hallowed halls where verdicts are rendered. "The Only Thing They Respect or Fear, " echoes loudly from Harper's Weekly publication—a powerful statement underscoring society's reliance on an impartial judicial system for maintaining order and instilling fear in those who dare to defy it.