Valtaa ja oikeutta – kuvallisten symbolien voima / Makt och rätt – Visuella symbolers kraft

This richly illustrated book offers a diverse perspective on the visual representation of power and justice throughout history. The visual aspects of governance and judicial practices are presented as a vibrant part of both ecclesiastical and secular life, spanning from the earliest times to the present day.

The book consists of several expert articles that delve deeply into the topic. Each article includes comprehensive summaries in Swedish, and the final article is also available in English. The work is edited by PhD Virpi Harju, Adjunct Professor of Art History at the Finnish National Gallery, with the patronage of the President of Finland, Sauli Niinistö.

In addition to Harju, contributions are made by Associate Professor Tuomas Heikkilä, Professor Henrik Meinander, Professor Ville Lukkarinen, and Emeritus Professor Heikki E. S. Mattila. The forewords are written by Timo Esko, President of the Supreme Court of Finland, Pekka Vihervuori, President of the Supreme Administrative Court, and Risto Ruohonen, Director General of the Finnish National Gallery.

Language Finnish and Swedish.

Publisher: Finnish National Gallery, 2018.
Editor: Virpi Harju.
ISBN 9789510438244
Size 20 x 27 cm, 248 pages.
Hardcover.