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.
Chrome Infinity Mirror by Curtis Jere, signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lynn, MA
Rare infinity mirror by Curtis Jere. The design is made with a deep chrome frame which houses a double pane mirror with a series of lights. The reflections give the illusion of infin...
Chrome
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Curtis Jere Two-Tiered Sconce
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Winnetka, IL
A signed and dated 1982 Curtis Jere two-tiered brass sconce.
Brass
Brass and Chrome Wall Mirror and Scones by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular set of corner wall sconces and wall mirror design in the 1980s by Curtis Jere. The wall sconces were designed for a corner as shown on photos. They can be wires direct ...
Brass, Chrome
Midcentury Sculptural Candle Wall Sconce by C-Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern sculptural brass wall sconce signed C-Jere. Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.
Metal
$1,925 / item
H 18.89 in W 7.08 in D 4.72 in
Cripta Brass Casting Wall Sconce, Sculptural Sconce, Art Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
CRIPTA Brass Casting Wall Sconce, a luminous masterpiece that seamlessly marries elegance with industrial chic. This wall sconce isn't just a source of light; it's a work of art that...
Brass
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in Dm 6 in
Spectacular Vintage Chrome Raindrops Wall Mirror Sculpture Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Curtis Jere "Raindrops" sculptural wall mirror features a centre mirror with hand-forged mirrored steel and burnt-welded circular raindrop details along the edges. This is a true vi...
Chrome
Curtis Jere Faceted Lamp Chrome Brass Cityscape
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Fraser, MI
Faceted Lamp by Jere. Two tone brass and chrome.
Brass, Chrome
Minimalist Pair of Chrome Wall Sconces in the Manner of Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Highland, IN
This pair of elegant, minimalist wall sconce lamps feature chrome-plated semi-circular-shaped steel shades concealing two bulb fixtures that cast light upward and downward. They are ...
Steel
$2,450
H 6.25 in Dm 23.5 in
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.
Brass
$1,148
H 17.72 in W 7.68 in D 4.34 in
Curtis Jere style. Sculptural Brutalist wrought iron wall lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Marc Weinstein, Marcello Fantoni, Silas Seandel, Ferro Art, Paul Evans
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Compatible with US/EU standards. Mid-Century Modern wall lamp depicting a large fly or bug on the wall in the style of Curtis Jere's creations, Italy, 1960s. Made entirely of wrough...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Curtis Jere Brass Box Shade Table Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A sophisticated Mid Century Modern brass table lamp with large box shade making this quite the statement piece in any room setting. Polished with matching base this exceptional lamp ...
Brass
Curtis Jere Welded Brass Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
By Curtis Jere for Laurel, this sculptural table lamp features both a chrome base and shade. The welded brass sculpture is ribbon thin, and rigid around the edges.
$1,856 / item
H 12.59 in W 9.44 in D 5.11 in
Huelva Brass Casting Wall Sconce, Sculptural Sconce, Art Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
Huelva sconce is a beautiful light fixture made of solid brass that features two intricately designed water lilies. This sconce is a stunning addition to any room, providing both lig...
Brass
Original Curtis Jere "Raindrops" Wall Sculpture Mirror
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lynn, MA
Highly collectable "Raindrops" wall mirror sculpture by C. Jere / Artisan House. Abstract metal wall sculpture of torched edge discs and petals made originally between 1960s-1970s. S...
Metal, Brass
$3,247
H 18.9 in W 0.79 in D 3.35 in
Midcentury pair of candles sconces by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden 1950s
By Pierre Forsell, Skultuna
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Refined pair of Mid-Century brass candle sconces by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s Elegant pair of candle sconces designed by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna. Crafted in bra...
Brass
Solid Brass Sunburst Midcentury Mirror Style Curtis Jere, France, circa 1955
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Vienna, AT
Impressive solid brass mirror, in the style of Curtis Jere, circa 1955 Austria We have a larger version available as well. please inquire. It features a handmade heavy and solid cast...
Brass
Pair Curtis Jere Brass Cloud Sconces Signed 1983
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Curtis Jere sconces, brass clouds, signed. Pair of cloud form sconces in polished and lacquered brass. both of these sconces are signed "C Jere '83" on th...
Brass
Sold
H 12 in W 8.75 in D 5.25 in
Pair of Contemporary Curtis Jere Studio Crafted Sconces Signed Jere 2000
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of contemporary Curtis Jere studio crafted sconces signed Jere 2000. A lovely pair of candle sconces featuring a brushed metal finish, a swooping metal shape, and a black beveled wax catcher. This pair of mirrored wall sconces are in very good condition. These pieces attach via 3 hook rings...
Metal
Curtis Jere Brass Cloud Sconce, Signed and Labeled, ca 1980s
By Curtis Jeré, C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Curtis Jere Brass Cloud Sconce, Signed and Labeled, ca 1980s. This Curtis Jere Sconce is an excellent example of late modern design. Brass plated ribbo...
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 12.25 in W 9.75 in D 9 in
Signed Curtis Jere Post Modern Lacquered Brass Wall Lamp Sconce, 1980's
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous, lacquered brass cloud wall sconce light fixture by Curtis Jere. This sculptural postmodern wall lamp features a reflective city scape style polished brass finish. A truly u...
Metal, Brass
Selection of Modernist Sconces
By Curtis Jeré, Arteluce
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Modernist Sconces, circa 1960's. From left to right they are: 1) Sculptural gold enameled candle sconce by C. Jere, American, circa 196...
Brass, Metal
Pair of Brutalist Multi-Metal Sconces by R. H. Berger
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of signed metal craft brutalist wall mounted sculptural sconces by R. H. Berger. Blingy brutalist cityscape style folded sheets of brass, stainless steel and copper in different finishes, applied to a metal skeleton which hangs on a wall. We have fabricated solid brass bracket/backplates with a vertical double socket for two E12 candelabra bulbs up to 60 watts per bulb. It has two hooks onto which the frame of the sculpture mounts. These sconces can either be hard wired or corded. Each is signed R. H. Berger. One 1984. The other 1985. Ray Berger...
Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel