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Justitia e Prudentia
Paolo Veronese·1558
Historical Context
This paired allegory of Justice and Prudence from 1558 at the Bavarian State Painting Collections combines two cardinal virtues in a single composition. The pairing reflects the humanist idea that these virtues are complementary and inseparable in the governance of a just state. The pairing of Justice with Prudence in Veronese's Bavarian virtues reflects humanist political philosophy, which regarded wise judgment as the prerequisite for just governance.
Technical Analysis
The two female figures are rendered with Veronese's characteristic monumental presence, holding their respective attributes. The balanced composition and luminous palette create a harmonious vision of complementary virtues.
Look Closer
- ◆Notice how Veronese stages this scene of "Justitia e Prudentia" with the theatrical grandeur and luminous color that defined Venetian Renaissance painting.
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