Four Courts, Neoclassical courthouse in Dublin, Ireland
The Four Courts features a circular hall crowned by a large dome supported by Corinthian columns made of Portland limestone and granite materials.
The building, designed by architects Thomas Cooley and James Gandon, opened in 1802 to house the four main divisions of Irish courts system.
The entrance hall contains statues representing Justice, Law, Wisdom, and Liberty, symbolizing fundamental principles of the Irish legal traditions.
The Four Courts serves as the primary location for major trials in Ireland, containing multiple courtrooms, a law library, and administrative offices.
The building underwent complete reconstruction after the 1922 Civil War explosion destroyed its dome and many original interior decorative elements.
Location: Dublin
Inception: 1796
Architects: Thomas Cooley, James Gandon
Official opening: 1802
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Elevation above the sea: 4 m
Made from material: granite, Portland limestone, copper, cast iron, sandstone, wood
GPS coordinates: 53.34594,-6.27354
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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