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Justice

Philip Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a large gathering around executions and court proceedings. The scene is divided into sections depicting a courtroom setting, individuals being tortured and executed, and gallows and a burning stake for public executions. The drawing illustrates a grim view of justice and punishment through detailed etching.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1559
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
4518 × 3501 px
Public Domain
Yes
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