The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 9, 2026

A circular bronze medal with a warm brown patina depicts a stylized woman and child in relief. The woman's large face features heavy-lidded, downcast eyes and long, undulating hair. Beside her, a curly-haired infant gazes right with a slightly open mouth, supported by a large hand. The Latin words "PRO" and "PATRIA" are inscribed in raised capital letters along the left and right edges, following the medal's curve.

Pro Patria Medal (obverse)

1941

Joseph Emile Renier

(American, 1887–1966)
America
bronze
Diameter: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)
Dudley P. Allen Fund 1941.610.a
Location: Not on view
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1941.610.a