L'ange De La Justice (detail) 1554

This detail from Francesco Salviati's "L'ange De La Justice" (1554) depicts a winged angel, likely representing Justice, carefully adjusting the scales of justice with a small tool. The angel's intense focus on this task reflects the importance of accuracy and impartiality in the administration of justice. Salviati, a prominent Mannerist painter, was known for his dynamic compositions and expressive figures. The detail showcases his meticulous attention to detail and the expressive power of his brushstrokes. This dramatic fragment, likely from a larger fresco or altarpiece, highlights Salviati's contributions to the artistic discourse of the Italian Renaissance.