Justice
Artus Quellinus (I)
1650 - 1651
Medium
terracotta
Dimensions
88
About this artwork
height 88 cm
Art Historical Context
**Justice** by Artus Quinus I (1609–1668) is a striking terracotta sculpture from 1650–1651, standing at 88 cm. Created during the Dutch Golden Age, this work exemplifies the Flemish sculptor's mastery in the Baroque style, known for its dramatic movement and emotional intensity. Quellinus, part of a renowned Antwerp family of artists, brought southern European flair to the Netherlands after settling in Amsterdam. Likely a *bozzetto*—a small-scale preparatory model—this terracotta piece served as a study for larger stone sculptures. Terracotta, a versatile fired clay, allowed Quellinus to rap...