Edmund Sullivan: The Reign Of Justice

In a scene of justice, a young woman holds scales before a diverse crowd, including a British judge in scarlet robes. At her feet, two babies symbolise hope for the future, playing happily. Edmund Sullivan, a London-born artist, began his career studying under his father in Hastings before working as an illustrator for magazines like the Graphic and the Pall Mall Budget. He later gained acclaim for his book illustrations. This artwork is part of the Ministry of Information's 1917 series, The Great War: Britain's Efforts and Ideals, depicting Britain's war efforts comprehensively.

Edmund Sullivan’s ‘The Reign of Justice’ is a more troubling image for the viewer of today, using figures to represent different countries of the world – with people of colour firmly placed at the back – looking up to the white female figure of Jus-tice holding her scales. A wigged and robed judge holds a prominent position while two white babies play in the foreground.

Dimensions: L 77cm x W 51.5cm

- Blind embossed stamp of British/royal coat of arms
- Includes a certificate of authenticity
- Print delivered flat
- Discounts cannot be applied to Efforts and Ideals lithographs
- Available for sale instore and online

  Other 'Ideals' in this series available for sale at IWM:

• - George Clausen: The Reconstruction Of Belgium
• - Edmund Dulac: Poland A Nation
• - Moria: Greiffenhagen The Restoration Of Alsace-Lorraine
• - Augustus John: The Dawn
• - Gerald Moira: The Restoration Of Serbia
• - William Nicholson: The End Of War
• - Charles Ricketts: Italia Redenta
• - William Rothenstein: The Triumph Of Democracy
• - Charles Shannon: The Rebirth Of The Arts