Items Similar to 1970 ‘Venice Mirror in the Antique with Decor of Characters Symbolizing Justice

Unique Decorative Plaster Mirror with Fruits Decors, French, circa 1970

1970-1980 Pair of Louis XIV Style Venice Mirrors with Blue Glass Ornaments

Glass Mirror Manufactured in Murano, Venice, Italy in the Early 1960s

Laurameroni Big Luxury Mirror in Wood with "Decor" Carving

Italian Mirror in the Style of Fontana Arte, 1970s

Italian Midcentury Vintage Wall Mirror with Brass Frame and Decor, 1970s

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 17

1970 ‘Venice Mirror in the Antique with Decor of Characters Symbolizing Justice

About the Item

Venice mirror, antique decor with portraits of characters, and allegory to justice in cartouches, pine frames, Circa 1970, Good condition Signed:HIMBERGER 1974 Measures: Width: 90 cm Height: 130 cm Character: The Allegory of Justice represents the Greek Goddess Themis, daughter of Ouranos (God of Heaven) and Gaia (Goddess of Earth). It symbolizes immanent justice and established order. From the Greek “divine law”, Themis remains to the right of her husband Zeus. Advisor to him, she wishes for the good relationship between the gods and has the gift of predicting the future. Beam: The beam represents the authority of the magistrate and the respect due to those who dispense justice. Libra: Libra represents the concepts of balance, harmony and order. Blindfold: The blindfold is a thin layer of linen covering Themis' eyes. It represents impartiality in bringing about justice which must be done objectively and regardless of the power or weakness of the accused.

Dimensions:

Height: 51.19 in (130 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)

Style:

Renaissance (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Art Glass,Engraved

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

1970-1979

Date of Manufacture:

1974