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The sculpture portrays a blindfolded woman in classical attire, symbolizing justice. She has a raised right arm and holds a sword pointing downwards in her left hand. The sculpture is made of a material resembling white marble or plaster, creating a smooth and timeless appearance. It is off-white and contrasts with a solid blue background, highlighting its texture and form. The statue stands on a small base for stability.
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The sculpture portrays a blindfolded woman in classical attire, symbolizing justice. She has a raised right arm and holds a sword pointing downwards in her left hand. The sculpture is made of a material resembling white marble or plaster, creating a smooth and timeless appearance. It is off-white and contrasts with a solid blue background, highlighting its texture and form. The statue stands on a small base for stability.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

"Justice"

John W. Kelleher

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 50.7 x 37.9 cm (19 15/16 x 14 15/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.16850
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
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  • American

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