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Curtis Jeré Art

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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Artist: Curtis Jeré
Hand Carved Painted Wood Folk Art Americana Sculpture Pair American Gothic
Hand Carved Painted Wood Folk Art Americana Sculpture Pair American Gothic

Hand Carved Painted Wood Folk Art Americana Sculpture Pair American Gothic

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Surfside, FL

C. Jeré ( or Curtis Jere) is a metalwork artist of wall sculptures and household accessories. C. Jeré works are made by Artisan House. Curtis Jere is a compound nom de plume of artis...

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1980s Folk Art Curtis Jeré Art

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1990s Modern Curtis Jeré Art

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Metal

Curtis Jere Abstract Wall Sculpture 1983
Curtis Jere Abstract Wall Sculpture 1983

Curtis Jere Abstract Wall Sculpture 1983

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Fabulous copper metal Curtis Jere wall sculpture signed and dated either 1983 or 1987. Measures approximately 51 inches long by 18. C Jere wall hangings have sold at auction for as h...

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“remembrance”
“remembrance”

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Curtis Jere High Wheel Bicycle Iron Sculpture & Wall Decor
Curtis Jere High Wheel Bicycle Iron Sculpture & Wall Decor

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This Curtis Jere High Wheel Bicycle Iron Sculpture is an exquisite blend of artistry and nostalgia, capturing the essence of 19th-century innovation in transportation. The piece is ...

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Mid Century C. Jere Wall Sculpture
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Mid Century C. Jere Wall Sculpture

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Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mid Century C. Jere brass over door or wall art with a chic pleaded design reminiscent of a sunrise with Art Deco influences. Signed C. Jere 1984.

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20th Century Art Deco Curtis Jeré Art

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Brass

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Curtis Jeré art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Curtis Jeré art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Curtis Jeré in metal and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 1970s and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Curtis Jeré art, so small editions measuring 19 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Dorothy Mayhall, Thom Cooney-Crawford, and Suzan Etkin. Curtis Jeré art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,200 and tops out at $3,850, while the average work can sell for $1,975.