“Lady Justice”
Artist: Paul A. Boccolucci
Sponsor: Dwyer, Black & Lyle PPC

In the Artists words:

I got the inspiration for my “Lady Justice” sculpture from a picture I remembered seeing in a schoolbook many years ago. She was depicted as a big-busted female, holding a scale, a double edge sword and wearing a blindfold. I chose to include the scale as it symbolizes the weighing out of justice. The double edge sword is for the carrying out of justice and blindfold to symbolize the sometimes-blind eye of justice. It seems as though justice is “peeking thru” and is often saddened by events and happenings (the single teardrop)

My Lady Justice, although not as big-busted as more traditional depictions, is still the sensitive female figure that can and will balance the scales of right and wrong. She is prepared to deliver the swift punishment that she deems fitting…and she does so with a tear, a smile and a sword. I enjoyed transforming this squirrel into a symbolic and pleasing sculpture.

Bio:
Paul A. Boccolucci has been an artist/blacksmith for nearly 40 years. Paul and his wife Debby built and run Real Stuff Gallery and Gifts located 4 miles south of Springville on route 219. Paul has his work, Debby’s stained glass and earrings and the work of over 40 other area artists and craftsmen. They are open most days and can be reached at 716-592-0552 for more information.