The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 9, 2026

A circular bronze medal in relief depicts a nude muscular man with wavy hair kneeling and facing our right, bound by chains to a rocky base. He is beset by an eagle perching on his thigh. Centered text at the top reads "PRO," while "HVMANI" and "TATE" flank him vertically. Crossed torches sit in the lower right. Deep shadows define his physique. The artist's signature is inscribed at the bottom.

Pro Patria Medal (reverse)

1941

Joseph Emile Renier

(American, 1887–1966)

Diameter: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)

Dudley P. Allen Fund 1941.610.b

Location: Not on view

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Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1941.610.b