These large statues are the work of sculptor James Earle Fraser. On the left is a female figure, the Contemplation of Justice. On the right is a male figure, the Guardian or Authority of Law. …

May 25, 2010 · Statues of Contemplation of Justice and Authority of Law INFORMATION SHEET At the suggestion of architect Cass Gilbert, the United States Supreme Court Building …

One of the most recognized legal symbols visible in the architecture of the Supreme Court Building is the female figure representing Justice, who is depicted in three sculptural groups. …

The Supreme Court Building houses the Supreme Court of the United States, the highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States. The building serves as the official workplace of the …

Dec 27, 2018 · The main entrance of the Supreme Court Building is on the west, facing the U.S. Capitol building. Sixteen marble Corinthian columns support the pediment. Along the …

The architect of the Supreme Court, Cass Gilbert of New York City, drew upon the classical Roman temple form as the basis for the Court's new building. Reached by a great flight of …

Aug 7, 2010 · The East Pediment of the Supreme Court of the United States designed and sculpted by Hermon A. MacNeil contains the likenesses of three Lawgivers from the history of …

The main entrance of the Supreme Court Building faces the U.S. Capitol Building. In front of the entrance is an oval plaza, which is set a few steps above the street. A flight of steps with …

The main entrance to the Supreme Court Building is on the west side that faces the U.S. Capitol Building. Sixteen marble columns are below the triangle-shaped pediment, which contains a …

Completed on April 4, 1935, the Supreme Court Building represents not only the ideal of justice, but also the nation’s commitment to the judiciary as an independent branch of the U.S. …