Joseph E. Renier, Jr.

Renier, Joseph Emile

American, 1887 - 1966

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The sculpture is a medallion featuring the relief of a woman holding a child. The woman's face has closed eyes and flowing hair, and her arms are wrapped around the child. The medallion is in a bronze hue and has "PRO PATRIA" inscribed around the figures. The composition is characterized by smooth, rounded forms.
Joseph E. Renier, Jr., Medallic Art Company, The Devotion of Womanhood to Humanity [obverse], 1941, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift through subscription to the Society of Medalists, 1941), 2015.19.3690.a

The Devotion of Womanhood to Humanity [obverse]

Joseph E. Renier, Jr., Medallic Art Company · 1941 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3690.a

The sculpture depicts a muscular male figure in a dynamic pose, bound with chains. An eagle is positioned beside him, and there are additional elements such as chains and a hammer. The words "PRO HUMANITATE" are inscribed around the piece. Made from bronze, the sculpture showcases detailed musculature, feathers, and chains, with the artist's signature, Joseph E. Renier, at the bottom.
Joseph E. Renier, Jr., Medallic Art Company, The Devotion of Manhood to Humanity [reverse], 1941, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift through subscription to the Society of Medalists), 2015.19.3690.b

The Devotion of Manhood to Humanity [reverse]

Joseph E. Renier, Jr., Medallic Art Company · 1941 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3690.b