Justice and Piety at an Altar [reverse] 1601

This bronze medal, created in 1601 by French artist Nicolas-Gabriel Jacquet, depicts two figures representing Justice and Piety. The figures stand on either side of an altar, with Justice holding a scale and Piety an olive branch. The medal is inscribed in Latin, with the phrase “Justice and Piety at an Altar” on the reverse. This artwork provides insight into the artistic and cultural trends of the early 17th century, using classical imagery to explore themes of morality and virtue.