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Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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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Creator: Curtis Jeré
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 Sculptures

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Stone, Bronze

Modernist Curvilinear Sculpture in Brushed Aluminum w/ Onyx Base Signed Curtis J
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated brushed aluminum modernist sculpture was realized in the United States in 1979. Created by an unheralded, but masterful artist, and signed Curtis J, the piece suggests a deconstructed Kandinsky painting...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Gold Brass Pom Pom Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful wall hanging sculpture designed by Curtis Jere and produced by Artisan House in the early 1980s. This features an abstract branch form wi...
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Cut Steel

Cheeky Child Bronze Statue on Square Base by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pasadena, CA
Sculpture has long been revered as one of the purest means of expressing artistic thought and feeling. An art form that transforms materiality and space, capturing an ephemeral momen...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Bronze

1969 Curtis Jere Bronze Balloon Boy Art Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Stafford, TX
This whimsical and imaginative sculpture is a 1969 piece by Curtis Jere, a design signature used by the artists Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels. Known for their eclectic and artistic m...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Large Polished Brass Sail Boat Sculpture by Curtis Jere, Signed, circa 1970
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Curtis Jere boat or ship sculpture, signed, circa 1970. Newly professionally re-plated in brass. Original C. Jere label still attached. This sculpture...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Metal

Curtis Jere Anchor Sculpture Faux Bronze on Stone Quartz Base, Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in St. Louis, MO
Signed Jere anchor and stone sculpture with seagulls by Curtis Jere, signed on the anchor and dated 1971. Some loss to green paint, one seagull leg loose from foot. Nautical marine s...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Quartz, Bronze, Iron

Ribbon Form "Flame" Sculpture by C.Jeré
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Highland, IN
This elegant piece has the quality of ribbons dancing in space, or a flickering flame. Changing with the viewer’s relationship to the sculpture, the interior space appears to open an...
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1980s Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass

Curtis Jere Brass Spray Sculpture on Marble Base with Pedestal
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
A large brass sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan House with swooping ribbon forms, ending in a multi-rod spray with chrome beads. The sculpture sits in a cylindrical marble base. I...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

Mid-Century Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This unique Mid Century bronze and natural stone sculpture was designed by Curtis Jere. The curved and dynamic shape made of bronze lands on a solid base made of pink natural stone....
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1970s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Metal

Bronze Horses Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful 1970s cast bronze horses sculpture by renowned designers Curtis Jerè. The sculpture has a beautiful patina and its mounted on a wooden lacquer base. The sculpture is s...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Bronze

Curtis Jere Outfold Silver and Gold Wave Wall Sculpture Vintage 1985
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Curtis Jere’s “Outfold” silver and gold metal sculpture will cast a wave of glamour across your wall. This glitzy wall sculpture features a pleated gold and silver/chrome side. Each ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Original Vintage Curtis Jere Ship Boat Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed original Curtis Jere large wall sculpture. Incredible piece full of detail. In classic Jere style, this art piece encapsulates...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Vintage Curtis Jere Mid Century Modern Metal Abstract Wall Art Sculpture Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Curtis Jere Mid Century Modern Metal Abstract Wall Art Sculpture Signed. Item features metal construction, clean modernist lines, sleek sculptural form, signed "C.Jere 1992"....
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bicycle Tabletop or Wall Mount by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous creation by Curtis Jere. 19thc bicycle Wall art or use the bracket and it can be set up on a flat surface. In excellent vintage condition wit...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Iron

C. Jeré 1990 bent metal wall sculpture in the shape of turning pages
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Curtis Jeré 1990 metal wall sculpture. There are five curved metal layers, all made of different materials, colors and textures. The edges are curled outwards in a way that it looks ...
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1990s American Post-Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Curtis Jere Mid-Century Signed Brass Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Curtis Jere mid-century signed brass wall sculpture. This sculpture measures: 21 wide x 10 deep x 50 inches high. Great Vintage Condition with a few marks and scuffs. We tak...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass

Mid Century Pop Art Curtis Jere Corkscrew Bottle Opener Sculpture
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage bottle opener wall art sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan House signed 1979. This piece is made of heavy steel with a decorative hanging corkscrew. Original mounting hardwa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Steel

Contemporary Curtis Jere Signed & Dated 9/11 Memorial Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a marvelous, 9/11 Memorial, metal wall sculpture, signed and dated by Curtis Jere, circa 2011. In very good condition. The dimensions are 26" W x 36" H.   
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2010s Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Abstract Welded Bird Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Large abstract welded bird sculpture on onyx base by Curtis Jere, American, 1970s.
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1970s American Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Onyx, Metal

Mixed Metal Curtis Jere Elongated 'Urchin' Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This uncommon Jere sculpture is comprised of chromed steel 'spores' that together form an urchin or pom-pom figure at the top. A combination of brass and chromed steel rods with stee...
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1980s American Brutalist Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Chrome, Metal, Steel

Curtis Jere Overlapping Multicolor Butterfly Shape Sculpture Dated 1990 MINT!
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Curtis Jere Overlapping Multicolor Butterfly Shape Sculpture Dated 1990 MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Steel

Post Modern Abstract Brass Table Sculpture by Curtis Jere, 1984
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tall brass abstract table sculpture on marble base by Curtis Jere, circa 1984. Vintage This large abstract metal sculpture, comprised of banded brass ribbons in a gold tone, and moun...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass

Curtis Jere Figural Bronze on Marble Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Astoria, NY
Curtis Jere midcentury figural bronze of a joyful figure jumping upon a molded columnar marble breccia base, circa 1968. Unsigned. Dimensions: 19.25" H x 7.5" W x 4" D (approx). De...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Curtis Jere Parrot Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Raleigh, NC
1980s sculpture made by C. Jere with faint signature still present. Aluminum parrot sits atop golden perch. The square base is made from marble with a gold plate. The perch with parr...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Stone, Onyx, Marble, Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Curtis Jere Brass Abstract Sculpture on Marble
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Baltimore, MD
A mid-century brass sculpture by Curtis Jeré circa 1978. Stunning organic form. Features a stylized flare of brass rods in a radiating abstract design mounted on a marble base. A fan...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

C. Jere 'Spiral II' Wall Sculpture
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Artisan House Inc., C. Jere wall-mounted sculpture in brass and chrome, style no. 100688, Spiral II. Complete with in-tact "Certificate of Authenticity."
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1980s American Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

C. Jere Mid-Century Bronze and Black Marble Whirlwind Spiral Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century abstract standing sculpture of a spiral whirlwind form comprised of bronze rods and shavings, mounted in a cylindrical black ma...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Metal, Bronze

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 Sculptures

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Metal

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.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

Cubist Sculpture by Curtis Jere, Intersecting Metal Rods Brass
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Toledo, OH
Curtis Jere sculpture, two wire squares with an inner area of stacked rods in varying positions, sits on a wood base, signed, circa 1978. Dimensions: 37" Wide x 10" Deep x 27" High
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1970s Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Innovative Illuminated Acrylic Benches with White Tops and Clear Side Supports
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An interesting Kinetic sculpture with a sinuous brass arm and attached long metal wires with balls on the ends. The entire piece turns on a brass plate mounted on a circular marble p...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

Curtis Jere Male and Female Abstract Sculptures
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Very rare pair of signed sculptures by Curtis Jere. First pair of these that I have personally seen for sale. Signed and dated 1992.
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1990s American Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Steel

Mid Century Abstract Floating Tree Sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage modernist abstract tree sculpture designed by Curtis Jere for Artisan House c. 1960's. Features a dramatic focal point to any space adding texture and dimension. This stateme...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal, Copper

Curtis Jere Postmodern Brass Chrome and Marble Table Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Curtis Jere Postmodern Brass Chrome and Marble Table Sculpture This sculpture measures: 19 wide x 11 deep x 35 inches high We take our photos ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Brass, Chrome

"Owl on Branch, " Early sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small but sweet table top sculpture by C. Jere circa 1967. Made of brass with enamel eyes and installed on a natural onyx rock. table top sculpture. Signed and dated 67.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Onyx, Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Curtis Jere Freeform Brass Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a beautifully unique, original signed Curtis Jerè sculpture. The piece is made with a removable brass top and marble or onyx base. It is in good condition, showing minor a...
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

Abstract Bronze Horse on Black Marble by Curtis Jere Mid-century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
An elongated abstract bronze horse with nice patina on a black marble cylinder base. Signed C. Jere this piece is large and impressive in person....
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Curtis Jere Midcentury Pom Urchin Lighted Floor Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Curtis Jere midcentury pom urchin lighted floor sculpture. Floor light measures: 10 wide x 10 deep x 58.75 high We take our photos in a controlled l...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

C. Jeré brass and chrome kinetic sculpture wall art
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Phoenix, AZ
C. Jeré uncommon kinetic brass and chrome wall sculpture. It’s made of a brass frame with two separate parts that connect or can be displayed separately. It can also be positioned offset (not pictured). Polished brass and chrome bent diamonds hang on hooks. These can slightly move under a fan or if touched, providing movement and an op art sparkling...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Goose Bird Fighting Reflection in Mirror by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern bronze goose bird fighting reflection in mirror on quartz by Curtis Jere. Signed (original label bottom of stone) the stone base 8" X ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze, Metal

Curtis Jere Tall Gazelle Horns Sculpture on Half Sphere Shape Marble Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern sculpture of gazelle horns by Curtis Jere.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Curtis Jere Pop Art Strainer
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1993, signed and dated, great vintage condition. Supersized C. Jere metal strainer wall sculpture from the company’s kitchen utensil series.
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1990s American Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

C. Jere Sculpture of Cranes
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large mid-century sculpture of walking cranes made by the C. Jere company. Great form and size. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Chrome

Curtis Jere Owl Sculpture on Stone Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Signed Curtis Jere 1969 owl sculpture on stone base. Sculpture is removable from base.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Stone, Metal

Modernist Abstract Brass and Enamel Wall Sculpture by C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic modernist contemporary wall art sculpture. Brass and black enamel construction. Retains original C Jere hang tag. Stunning.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass, Steel

Wonderful C Jere Brass Trumpet Vine Tall Floor Sculpture Kinetic Mid-century
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful signed Curtis Jere brass and copper metal floor sculpture gives a stylized interpretation of a trumpet vine in bloom. The vines are copper the stylized trumpet blossoms are...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Brass

Metal Sculpture of Two Parrots
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal sculpture of two parrots by Curtis Jere.
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Late 20th Century American Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Metal

Curtis Jere Kenetic Cyclone Spirited Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Westport, CT
Curtis Jere free-form Kenetic sculpture on a marble onyx base brass top metal sculpture, workshop piece large swirling spirited design.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Onyx, Metal, Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jere Dancer Brass Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Curtis Jere dancer brass table sculpture. This is a very dynamic sculpture from artist Curtis Jere. It showcases a dancer that can be spun to face diff...
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Late 20th Century North American Brutalist Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Curtis Jere Brutalist Parrot on Swing Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1970's Brutalist parrot by American brand Curtis Jere. The silver plate parrots stands inside a brass ring. Curtis Jere is a company of metalworks, ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Silver Plate, Brass

Curtis Jere American, 1910-2008 Jump Rope, Bronze
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Buchanan, MI
Curtis Jere (American, 1910-2008) jump rope. Bronze figure of a girl jumping rope. Signed "C. Jere" along the base Measure: 10.5" x 6" x 4".
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures

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Bronze

Curtis Jeré sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Curtis Jeré sculptures 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 sculptures, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures 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 sculptures by Jerry Meatyard, Artisan House, and Dan Murphy. Prices for Curtis Jeré sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $6,975, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,800.
Questions About Curtis Jeré Sculptures
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    The main thing to look for when purchasing a Curtis Jeré sculpture is a signature, which you can typically locate on the back or underside of a given piece. The renowned metalwork company, which trades under a pseudonym for the design team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, uses the shortened name "C. Jeré" when signing pieces. A piece lacking the trademark "C. Jeré" is unlikely to be authentic. Find Curtis Jeré sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    Yes, all Curtis Jeré sculptures are signed. The renowned metalwork company, which trades under a pseudonym for the design team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, uses the shortened name "C. Jeré" when signing pieces. The signature can typically be found on the underside or back of one of the sculptures beside a copyright symbol.

    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's a pseudonym. 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.

    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.

    Find a collection of Curtis Jeré sculptures on 1stDibs.

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