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.
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist C Jere Tree Sculpture Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A great Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jere brass, copper and metal life-size tree sculpture. Rare form Brutalist design. Large leaves and verdigris green metal base. Signed C Jere on leaf.
Metal, Brass, Copper
Curtis Jere Raindrop Tree Vintage
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Miami, FL
This patinated multi metal disk Curtis Jere life-size tree is weathered. The faux soil that is a resin/plastic and the pot that is metal makes the tree look...
Brass, Chrome, Copper, Nickel
Vintage Cast Stone Pug
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage cast stone pug with one eye. Previously placed in a garden, with organic patina and spots of lichen. Minor wear consistent with age and use.
Stone
Mid-Century Italian Paolo Soleri Brutalist Wind Chime Sculpture
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Forney, TX
A large and heavy patinated bronze Brutalism style windbell sculpture by Paolo Soleri (Italy, later America; 1919-2014). Beautiful, substantial Mid-century Post Modernist Brutali...
Bronze
Chinese "Tree Jade" Petrified Wood Specimen
Located in Chicago, IL
Like scholars' rocks, petrified, or fossilized, wood is appreciated for its natural beauty. Sometimes called "Tree Jade," petrified wood is thought to bring peace and prosperity to i...
Petrified Wood
Curtis Jere "Windswept" Brutalist Sculpture, Brass and Marble
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Miami, FL
Curtis Jere "Windswept" Brutalist Sculpture, Brass and Marble Offered for sale is a vintage Curtis Jere Brutalist "Windswept" sculpture on a black marble base. This brass sculptur...
Marble, Brass
Vintage Modern Iron Brutalist Sculpture of Divers on Marble Stand
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Modern cast iron Brutalist style sculpture of divers on rings sculpture on marble stand. Captured in mid-dive in cast iron, these handsome divers sculpture pay homage to the ...
Iron
$950
H 26 in W 10 in D 9 in
Art Studio Pop Brutalist Fantasy Figure Signed Ceramic Sculpture Capron Style
By Roger Capron
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
This is a unique large brutalist ceramic sculpture Art Studio Pop Surrealist fantasy figure, in the style of Jean-Paul Bonnet who was a close collaborator with Roger Capron and his w...
Ceramic
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.5 in W 28 in D 16 in
Hand Made Metal Brutalist Bonsai Tree in Rust Finish
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist hand made iron Bonsai tree sculpture. The sculpture has wonderful all over rust finish, gained from years of outdoor life, this piece was origina...
Iron, Wrought Iron
$1,150
H 17 in W 21 in D 4.5 in
Signed Mid Century Brutalist Modern Abstract Brass & Iron Wall Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern brutalist wall sculpture circa 1970's. Well constructed and designed, signed & dated 1976.
Brass, Steel
Rare Curtis Jere A-Z Bookends Signed Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
CLASSIC CURTIS JERE A-Z IRON BOOKENDS.SIGNED C JERE IN NICE VINTAGE CONDITION. SURPRISINGLY HEAVY AND GILDED GOLD WITH A NICE VINTAGE PATINA.
$3,080 / set
H 29.5 in W 11 in D 23 in
Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of very regal seated Majolica lions, a white glaze over a terracotta base, great condition, with some of the terracotta showing through the glaze,...
Pottery
Painted Metal Sculpture of Palm or Banana Tree and Flower
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A painted metal palm tree or banana with removable leaves. Detailed trunk and leaves and a fabulous white flower. What is it about palm trees, that conjures up the romantic? Perfect ...
Metal
Midcentury Metal Potted Plant Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic midcentury life-size potted plant or philodendron sculpture, handcrafted in metal with a stylized form and an acquired oxidized finish.
Metal
Iron and steel Bertoia Style Sculpture
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Mid century weathered steel and iron atomic age sculpture. In the style of Bertoia. Can be used indoor or outdoor.
Iron
Awesome C. Jere Mid-Century Modern Style, Wire Mototcycle Metal Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Awesome C Jere style wire sculpture of a motorcycle. This piece is very well sculpted using bits of wire then painted gold-nice details. Heres a gift you know he will like and none...
Wire
Sergio Bustamante Flamingo Standing Sculpture
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Westport, CT
Sergio Bustamante Large standing handmade Flamingo Sculpture
Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Metal
1980s Curtis Jere Brass Round Display Pedestals – a Set
By Curtis Jeré, C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a set of two modern pedestals by Curtis Jere, circa the 1980s. These brass cylinders with a shiny, reflective surface are a Classic midcentury design and...
Brass
Modern Brass Pedestal Column Stand Designer C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
A collectable brass plated pedestal column stand signed by designers C. Jere, '70s Modern Post-Modern period, circa 1970s, 1980s. A great piece for display, sculpture, plant, etc., o...
Brass
Curtis Jere "Raindrops" Brass Tree
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hanover, MA
Original brass tree sculpture from the late 1960s "Raindrops" series by Curtis Jere (Jerry Fels and Kurt Freiler) of Artisan House. This six foot tall sculp...
Brass
Curtis Jere Bronze Horses Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Westport, CT
Curtis Jere beautiful bronze two horse sculpture with Verdigris patina, signed and dated, on wooden black base.
Bronze
Super Size Curtis Jere Watering Can
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A super large sized Jere watering can with copper body and brass handle and spout. Signed to the lower bottom end Curtis Jere 1981, great for a center...
Brass, Copper
C. Jere Solid Brass Crane Sculpture on Black Iron Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
C. Jere large solid brass 43" crane sculpture suitable for the floor or pedestal platform. Black lacquered weighted metal round plinth. Signature was polished off some time ago, but ...
Brass, Iron
Large Curtis Jere Cypress Tree
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hamburg, PA
A large Curtis Jere cypress tree made of brass with copper leaves mounted on natural stone.
Stone, Copper, Brass
Signed C. Jere Nickel-Plated Crane Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
C. Jere large nickel-plated 43" crane sculpture suitable for the floor or pedestal platform. Signed and dated on base with black lacquered weighted metal round plinth.
Nickel
Curtis Jere Brass Pedestal, Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage brass pedestal column by Curtis Jere, signed. Great for a blingy plant stand or base for a sculptural object. We have two more C. Jere brass drum pedestals, the top of ...
Brass
Curtis Jere Owl Fountain
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This charming fountain fills the room with the soothing sound of a babbling brook.
Metal
Vintage Jere Branch Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Wilton, CT
1960's Curtis Jere Branch wall sculpture. Brass leaves with a polychrome enameled butterfly.
Brass, Enamel