Legal History Collection

Allegory of justice and strength, Second half of the 17th century. Creator: Piola, Domenico (1627-1703)
Allegory of justice and strength, Second half of the 17th century. Found in the Collection of the Galleria Nazionale di Palazzo Spinola, Genova

Allegories of justice and peace, First half of the 17th century. Creator: Guercino (1591-1666)
Allegories of justice and peace, First half of the 17th century. Found in the Collection of the Museo d'Arte Medievale e Moderna, Padova

Allegory of justice and peace, c.1620. Creator: Palma il Giovane, Jacopo, the younger (1544-1628)
Allegory of justice and peace, c.1620. Found in the Collection of the Galleria Estense, Modena

Allegory of Justice, 1776-1777. Creator: Bacciarelli, Marcello (1731-1818)
Allegory of Justice, 1776-1777. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Human Law Founded on the Divine Justice, 1665. Creator: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
Human Law Founded on the Divine Justice, 1665. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

Justice, 1520-1524. Creator: Romano, Giulio (1499-1546)
Justice, 1520-1524. Found in the collection of the Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Allegory of Justice, 1543. Creator: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Allegory of Justice, 1543. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Take up the sword of justice, 1915. Creator: Partridge, Sir Bernard (1861-1945)
Take up the sword of justice, 1915. Private Collection

The Law of the Twelve Tables (Leges Duodecim Tabularum or Duodecim Tabulae), 1799. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

The eye of the law (Justitia), 1857. Creator: Spitzweg, Carl (1808-1885)
The eye of the law (Justitia), 1857. Private Collection

Ordeal by water and fire (litho)
CHT341958 Ordeal by water and fire (litho) by German School, (9th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: facsimile of the Codex Lambacensis)

Admiralty oar, 14th-17th century (silver)
3855315 Admiralty oar, 14th-17th century (silver) by English School; Admiralty Court (HM Courts & Tribunals Service), London; (add.info)

Jurisprudence. Allegorical Figure, 1800. Creator: Abildgaard, Nicolai Abraham (1743-1809)
Jurisprudence. Allegorical Figure, 1800. Found in the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Justice (Judith), 1760. Creator: Zanetti, Anton Maria (1706-1778)
Justice (Judith), 1760. Found in the Collection of Museo Correr, Venice

Allegory of Justice, c. 1870. Creator: Anonymous
Allegory of Justice, c. 1870. Private Collection

Miniature from the Le Roman de Renart, 13th century. Creator: Anonymous
Miniature from the Le Roman de Renart, 13th century. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The pillory. From the Coutumes de Toulouse, 1295-1297. Creator: Anonymous
The pillory. From the Coutumes de Toulouse, 1295-1297. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Trial by combat, 15th century. Creator: Anonymous
Trial by combat. From Ceremonies des gages de bataille selon les constitutions du bon roi Philippe de France, 15th century. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The Justice, 1441. Creator: Niccolo di Agnolo del Fantino (active ca 1441)
The Justice, 1441. Found in the Collection of Museo Civico, Sansepolcro

The monk sleeps with the wife while the husband is praying, 1460s. Creator: Anonymous
The monk sleeps with the wife while the husband is praying. Miniature from Le livre appelle Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio, 1460s. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque de l Arsenal

Corruption. Miniature from Le livre appelle Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio, 1460s. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque de l Arsenal

La Justice et la Paix (Justice and Peace), c. 1560. Creator: Anonymous
La Justice et la Paix (Justice and Peace), c.1560. Found in the Collection of Muse e Dobre e

Allegory of Justice. Private Collection

Allegory of Justice, 1582-1585. Private Collection

Prudence, Justice, and Peace, 1662. Found in the Collection of Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam

Justinianus Corpus Iuris Civilis (Body of Civil Law). Frontispiece, 1663. Private Collection

Emperor Justinian I. From: Jurisprudentia Philologica, Sive Elementa Juris Civilis, 1744. Private Collection

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Legal History: From Ancient Rome to Modern Times" Delve into the fascinating realm of legal history, where ancient codes and practices shaped the foundations of justice as we know it today. Witness the birth of written law with "The Law of the Twelve Tables, " a pivotal moment in Roman legal development dating back to 1799 BCE. Step further into medieval Europe, where Instruments of Execution, Punishment, and Torture were employed to maintain order. Marvel at an intricate woodcut from 1507 depicting these tools that both terrified and enforced compliance within society's ranks. Gaze upon "The Eye of the Law, " embodied by Justitia herself in a captivating painting by Carl Spitzweg from 1857. This iconic symbol represents impartiality and fairness, reminding us that justice should be blind. Uncover archaic methods such as Ordeal by Water and Fire through a lithograph capturing this harrowing practice. Explore how individuals were subjected to these trials in their quest for innocence or guilt during times when superstition mingled with law. Marvel at an Admiralty Oar crafted between the 14th-17th centuries—a testament to maritime law's significance throughout history. This silver artifact stands as a reminder that even on treacherous waters, justice prevailed. Discover Jurisprudence personified through an allegorical figure created by Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard in 1800. Symbolizing wisdom and knowledge, this representation highlights how legal principles have been studied and refined over time. Witness Justice take form through Anton Maria Zanetti's masterpiece "Judith" from 1760—an embodiment of righteousness prevailing against tyranny. Feel empowered by her strength as she defends what is right amidst adversity. Immerse yourself in an anonymous artist's Allegory of Justice from around 1870—a visual narrative showcasing various aspects integral to our understanding of jurisprudence throughout different eras.