Jurors Listening to Counsel, Supreme Court, New York City Hall, New York (from "Harper's Weekly," Vol. XIII) 1869

This wood engraving, "Jurors Listening to Counsel, Supreme Court, New York City Hall, New York" (1869) by Winslow Homer, depicts a courtroom scene in the New York City Hall. Homer masterfully captures the atmosphere of a legal proceeding, focusing on the jurors' expressions and postures as they intently listen to a lawyer's argument. This work exemplifies Homer's early interest in documenting contemporary life and events, highlighting his keen observational skills and ability to portray human interaction with realism and emotional depth.