The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues: Justice - Justicia
1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a robed figure holding a sword in one hand and a set of scales in the other. She stands on a barrel and a chest, with a shield and a jug at her feet. The word "Justicia" is written above her head, and she wears a crown of leaves. The scales and sword are classic symbols for fairness and power. This print is part of a series about virtues, and the artist signed it with "HSB." Look up Hans Sebald Beham to see more of his detailed engravings.
