Description
The piece aligns strongly with themes found in Metallica’s music, particularly from their …And Justice for All album. The crumbling statue of Lady Justice, bound and broken, conveys a profound critique of corruption, imbalance, and the failure of the justice system. The shattered scales and scattered money suggest that justice has been compromised by greed, power, and manipulation.
The somber tones and fragmented depiction of Lady Justice echo the disillusionment and anger expressed in the album. This visual imagery reflects the band’s themes of societal decay, systemic betrayal, and the collapse of fairness. The stark and raw presentation mirrors the intensity and aggression of Metallica’s sound, amplifying the sense of frustration and urgency. The work invites viewers to question the integrity of institutions and the cost of justice in a flawed world.
