Ira Bruce Reines (born December 3, 1957) is an American artist best known for his bronze sculptures.
Entirely self-taught and garnering accolades, at 19 the director of the Medallic Art Company offered Reines a job sculpting medallions.
[1] After a few years of developing his plaster skills, Reines caught the attention of Art Deco master, Erté.
[3] Reines' work has drawn comparisons to Renaissance masters, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Benvenuto Cellini, as well as 20th century sculptor, Frederick Hart.
Reines' sculptures have been exhibited in a number of notable museums and are currently installed in several public places.