American Society for Testing and Materials Award

Copied Joseph E. Renier, American Society for Testing and Materials Award, 1962, bronze, 2 1⁄2 in. (6.4 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Joseph Renier, 1967.93.46

Artwork Details

Title
American Society for Testing and Materials Award
Artist
Founder
Medallic Art Company
Date
1962
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
2 1⁄2 in. (6.4 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Joseph Renier
Mediums
Mediums Description
bronze
Classifications
Subjects
  • Object — other — torch
  • Landscape — celestial — sun
  • Figure male — full length
  • Figure male — nude
Object Number
1967.93.46
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1967.93.46

Artwork Description

The American Society for Testing and Materials was established in 1898 by engineers and scientists who sought solutions for breaks in rail lines. The work of the society led to the standardization of steel production for railroad construction. Today the society is known as ASTM International. Research has not revealed the meaning of the inscription at the feet of the allegorical figure in Joseph Renier’s design.