The Kiss of Peace and Justice

Two allegorical figures embrace while the abandoned weapons beneath them quietly explain the painting's argument.

What to notice

Notice the contrast between the tender embrace and the sword, scales, and burning armor; symbols carry the political meaning without interrupting the calm landscape.

Discover

La Hyre personified Peace and Justice at a moment when France was emerging from civil conflict. The painting combines political allegory with a pastoral setting, making reconciliation feel both symbolic and physical.