A beautiful early 20th century Viennese cold painted bronze depicting Lady Justice

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A beautiful early 20th century Viennese cold painted bronze depicting Lady Justice
Measurements
Height: 33 cm, Width: 11 cm
Reference
TOEA100695
Techniques
Painted
Colors
Gold, Brown, White, Black
Categories
Fine Art Sculptures
Materials
Bronze Black Marble Bronze Marble
Periods
19th Century Antique
Origins
Austria
Description

Nissel and Sikova were specialist retailers for fine art goods located in the Karntnerstrasse, Vienna in the early 20th century.

Lady Justice is an allegorical personification of the moral force in judicial systems. She originated as 'Lustitia' the Goddess of Justice within Roman Mythology, introduced by Emperor Augustus as justice was one of the virtues he celebrated. 

The scales indicate her measuring the strength of the case's support and opposition. Since the 16th century, Lady Justice is often depicted wearing a blindfold, representing impartiality. The sword represented authority in ancient times. 

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