Joseph Emile Renier (1887–1966) was an American traditionalist artist and professor, best known as a sculptor and medalist.
He created architectural sculptures, reliefs, and medals and was active in the New York City and New Jersey area.
[1] He studied at the Art Students League of New York with George Bridgman.
[1][5] During World War I, Renier served with the American Red Cross in Italy and returned to the United States by 1921.
[2][5] Renier died after a short illness on October 8, 1966, at Wickersham Hospital in New York City.