The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 10, 2026

A circular bronze medal, cast with a warm patina, depicts four muscular nude men running in profile. Positioned in a row, their rhythmic, overlapping limbs suggest continuous motion across a horizontal line. Above them, three long-necked birds fly in formation with extended wings. Below, a lean greyhound-like dog sprints along the base. The figures are rendered in low relief with smooth metallic surfaces that define their athletic anatomy and focused, forward-facing gazes.

Medal: Speed and Strength (reverse)

1936

Robert Tait McKenzie

(American, 1867–1938)
America
bronze
Diameter: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.)
Dudley P. Allen Fund 1936.441.b
Location: Not on view
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1936.441.b