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Making History
The Hand of Justice17 min
Disponible jusqu'au 03/01/2026
02/04/2022
A powerful symbol of justice meted out by the royal hand, the hand of justice played a prominent place in the coronation rituals of the Kings of France. The symbol first emerged in the 13th century to represent how kings of France delegated the management of the justice system to the courts.
Director
Philippe Béziat
Country
France
Year
2020
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