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Curtis Jeré

American

Though the name Curtis Jeré is familiar to many as the maker of ebullient and eccentric modern design from the 1960s and ‘70s, relatively few are aware that it is a pseudonym for the design team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels. Together, the two created some of the most striking and vivid furnishings and decorative objects of their era, from sculptures and dynamically framed mirrors, to lighting and wall decorations.

New Yorkers Freiler and Fels had collaborated for two decades on small jewelry lines before launching a design company called Artisan House in 1964. They combined variants of their names to create an artful persona — sometimes shortened to C. Jeré; the "surname" is pronounced with a rising inflection: jhayr-EH — that stood behind large-scale decorative metalwork, marked by semi-abstract petal forms with burnt and brazed edges. Fels served as head of design, and Freiler, known for his keen handiwork, was the production chief. The pair’s eclectic metalwork has captivated decorative art collectors and interior designers ever since.

The work of Curtis Jeré displays a sense of playfulness and curiosity, while drawing on inspirations and themes that include flowers, discs, geometric forms and animal figures. Freiler and Fels had a masterful ability to work with different materials, such as patinated brass and brilliant chrome.

The price of a Curtis Jeré mirror, lamp, wall-mounted sculpture or tabletop sculpture can range from $400 to $12,000, depending on the size, the rarity of the piece, the intricacy of the metalwork and the materials used in its construction. Other factors like condition can affect the perceived value and, thus, the cost of works by Curtis Jeré.

As you will see on 1stDibs, the imaginative powers of the designers of Curtis Jeré pieces were boundless, and their creations will add a dash of verve in any room.

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$1,782
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Mid-Century Modern Large Round Porthole Wall Mirror in Gold Brass by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large chic statement piece made by Curtis Jere in the 1970s. This porthole mirror features a polished brass / gold frame with a circular mirror.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1990s Curtis Jeré Postmodern 3D Metal Wall Art
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a large 3 dimensional piece of wall art by the prolific Curtis Jeré. It is in good condition, signed, and includes original certificate of authenticity. Great nineties / post...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Curtis Jeré

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Brass, Steel

Curtis Jere mix metals large ship / boat clipper sculpture brass / copper .
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and traditional well known wall metal clipper ship , signed C jere . at stern .
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Late 20th Century American Modern Curtis Jeré

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Metal

Vintage Curtis Jere Pair of Bronze Cranes on Stone Signed 1969 Table Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Curtis Jere pair of bronze cranes on stone table sculpture. This wonderful vintage mid century table sculpture features a very dynamic composition of cranes stand on a stone. Each ...
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1960s French Vintage Curtis Jeré

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Stone, Bronze

Vintage Mid Century Metal Wall Art Sculpture by Curtis Jere, 1983
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern Curtis Jere fireworks pom pom metal wall hanging features beautiful stylized round pom poms sculpted from soldered and bent brass on copper metal rods...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré

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Metal, Brass, Copper

Vintage Curtis Jere Copper Metal Brutalist Airplane Large Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Curtis Jere Copper Metal Brutalist Airplane Large Wall Sculpture, Artist Signed. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 21" H x 56" W x 5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré

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Metal

Chrome Floor Lamp by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1977 Chrome floor lamp by Curtis Jere In original vintage condition, Show minor wear consistent with age. Newly rewired.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré

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Chrome

Chrome Floor Lamp by Curtis Jere
Chrome Floor Lamp by Curtis Jere
H 62 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in
Vintage C. Jere Sailboats Dock Harbor Nautical Brass Metal Wall Art Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré, C. Jeré Artisan House, Artisan House
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vintage C. Jere Moored Sailboats at a Dock in the Harbor, Nautical, Brass Metal Wall Art Sculpture. Signed and dated 1984. Lovely. Large, intricate, brass, serene focal wall scu...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Brass

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Curtis Jeré furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Curtis Jeré furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Curtis Jeré furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Curtis Jeré were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Artisan House, Jerry Meatyard, and C. Jeré Artisan House. Prices for Curtis Jeré furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $9,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,000.

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