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Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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
Curtis Jere Kinetic Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kinetic sculpture in Verdi Gris coloration, marble and brass by Curtis Jere Artisan House, 1996 Overall size is 23 wide by 15 deep and 37" high. Base measures 6" diameter.
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1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

Brass Sailboat Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful brass sailboat sculpture designed by Curtis Jere in the 1970s. The sculpture sits in a salad onyx base. Dimension: 40” wide, 47” ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Brass

Abstract Welded Bird Sculpture by Curtis Jere, circa 1970
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Abstract welded bird sculpture by Curtis Jere, circa 1970 small chips on the onyx base. not signed, not dated
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Metal

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 Decorative Objects

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Metal

Curtis Jeré Brass-Colored Metal Clipper Ship Sculpture, Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Francisco, CA
A monumental free-standing metal ship sculpture with brass-colored finish by Curtis Jeré, signed. Crafted out of shaped and welded steel rods, it...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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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 Decorative Objects

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Metal

Curtis Jere Honeybird Sculpture on Faux Bois Stone Quartz Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Honeybird sculpture by Curtis Jere Faux Bois on stone quartz base.
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass

Brutalist Hammered Metal Tree Sculpture with Uplight, Curtis Jere, 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern metal tree sculpture by Curtis Jere. This tall dimensional botanic floor tree features torched gold brass metal leaves on natural wood st...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Stone, Metal

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 Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

Mid Century Boy and Balloons Figurative Bronze Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage "Boy and Balloon" sculpture signed by Curtis Jere for Artisan House, circa 1968. This figurative piece depicts a boy holding strings of colored balloons. The boy is made of p...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Brass Fish Sculptures by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual fish sculptures by C. Jere, 1981. Polished brass, alabaster bases. Each measures approximately 19" L. and pivots 360 degrees.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass

1986 Curtis Jere Karl Benz Mercedes Brass Bicycle Sculpture Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Dayton, OH
Curtis Jere wall sculpture portraying Karl Benz (Mercedes Benz) first Motorwagen that was built in 1886. Signed along the wheel, 1986. Made from brass with wood grain accents.    
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass

Curtis Jere Midcentury Pom Urchin Lighted Floor Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Countryside, 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 Decorative Objects

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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 Decorative Objects

Fabulous Curtis Jere Table Sculpture Flying Eagles Mid-century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful C.Jere table sculpture of 3 flying eagles on a solid marble base. I love the large scale size of this table top sculpture along with the subjec...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

C. Jere Mid-Century Modern Bird in Flight on Stone, circa 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid- Century Modern Curtis Jere' metal bird in flight with applied patina, circa 1960s on stone base.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Stone, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jere Brutalist Metal Tree Sculpture, 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern metal tree sculpture by Curtis Jere. This Brutalist art sculpture features brass painted leaves with wire spray bursts and is mounted on a black wood base. Signed ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Brass and Marble Abstract "Eternal Flame" Sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan H
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Curtis Jere "Eternal Flame" sculpture in brass on a marble base.
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1980s American Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass

Cat Tail and Duck Sculpture on Onyx Base by C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool sculpture of a duck floating on a pond with cat tails in the background on a solid block of white onyx by C. Jere, circa 1970s. The piece is signed "C. Jere" on the duck ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Bronze

Minimal Curtis Jeré "Birds in Flight" Bronze Floor Sculpture Signed and Dated
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental freestanding bronze sculpture title "three birds in flight" by Curtis Jeré, signed and dated 1976, USA. Three birds in flight on pyramidal base. Top is removable from base...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal

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 Decorative Objects

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Bronze

"the Piano" Wall-Mounted Piece by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen wall-mounted music themed piece by Curtis Jere. Made of brass. Painted steel. Signed c jere 1994.
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Curtis Jeré Big Sculptural Signed Sailing Boat 1976
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Weesp, NL
Gorgeous signed sculptural Big brass sailing boat in perfect condition by Curtis Jeré made in California in 1976. This beauty can be hung on the wal...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass, Iron

Playful Signed Bronze Seesaw Sculpture by Curtis Jere, 1968
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well-executed solid bronze sculpture of young boys on a seesaw; all resting on a solid onyx base; Curtis Jere was a metalwork company of wall sculptures and household accessories fou...
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1960s North American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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 Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

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 Decorative Objects

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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 Decorative Objects

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Brass, Steel

Curtis Jere Horse Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal Curtus Jere horse sculpture with bronzy patina.
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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal

1972 Signed Curtis Jere Flower Brass and Metal Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jere flower brass and metal sculpture / wall art. Signed Jere and dated 1972.  
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Curtis Jere Midcentury Brutalist Welded and Torched Metal Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
A Curtis Jere 1960s-1970s midcentury Brutalist sculpture made of torched and welded metal on top of a faux cement base. Signed Curtis Jere on the base. Original burnished torched pat...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal

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 Decorative Objects

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Brass, Metal

Curtis Jeré Sculpture with Marble Base, Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Dallas, TX
Curtis Jeré sculpture with marble base. In excellent condition. Dimensions: 22" W x 35" T.
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

Elegant Curtis Jere Table Art Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Jere table art sculpture Comprised of three metal finishes. Black, brass and mat silver. Marble base. Signed and dated (1993) on the base. Dimension...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal

Gilded Steel and Onyx Tabletop Sculpture by Curtis Jeré
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A original 1970s brass sculpture on a solid onyx base by Curtis Jeré. Dimension: 33.25" high 31" wide 15" deep. The onyx base is 6" high 5" ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Steel

Fabulous Signed Curtis Jere Eyelash Clock Mirror Mid-century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous signed C.Jere eyelash mirror clock. These clocks are very rare and this one is a beauty. It is in perfect working order and take 1 C siz...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Mirror

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.    
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Late 20th Century American Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass

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 Decorative Objects

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Brass

1978 Curtis Jere Freeform Brass Top Metal Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Wallkill, NY
Sits on top of a marble onyx base. Stunning spray from Curtis Jere.  
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Brass

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 Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Bronze, Iron

Mid Century Modern Abstract Curtis Jere Free-Form 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/onyx base. It is in good condition, showing minor age...
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

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 Decorative Objects

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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 Decorative Objects

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Brass, Chrome, Metal, Steel

Mid Century Curtis Jere Metal Standing Tree Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Tree form sculpture made of cut metal circles and brass rods mounted to a gilt wood branch. The branch is anchored in a brass and foam composite pot. Designed by Curtis Jere.
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20th Century American Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal

Fabulous Curtis Jere French Chateau Sculptural Wall Hanging
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
FABULOUS SIGNED CURTIS JERE FRENCH CHATEAU WALL SCULPTURE. I LOVE THE DETAIL GIVEN TO THIS AMAZING WALL SCULPTURE WITH THE FLOWERS ON THE BALCONY TO THE BIRD SITTING ON THE OPEN DOO...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

Enamel Platter by Curtis Jeré
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very nice platter, bowl or ashtray made by the American artists duo Curtis Jeré. It has a diameter of 28 centimeters. Signed. The image painted on it is a free interpretation ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Curtis Jere Brass Spray Sculpture on Marble Base with Pedestal
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
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 Decorative Objects

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 Decorative Objects

Rare Large Brass Sculpture by Curtis Jere, for Furniture, Wall, fire place screen
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
I have seen allot of sculptures from Curtis Jere, but never this one, it was all handmade with brass, it would look amazing on a credenza or to separate a room, or amazing fire place...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of C. Jere Brass Globe Sphere Wall Sculptures, circa 1984
By Curtis Jeré
Located in St. Louis, MO
Curtis Jere brass globe sphere sculptures signed and dated 1984. Torched cut shapes with textured brass metal to create mountains , applied green paint an...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

Curtis Jere Mixed Metals Pom Pom Starburst Hanging Wall Sculpture Vintage
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Miami, FL
This Curtis Jere wall sculpture has dangling rods ending with balls as the tips meet a starburst of brass as the pom pom. It is mixed metals with chrome at the bottom and brass at the top. This Curtis Jere vintage...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass, Chrome

Curtis Jere Red Metal Sculpture on Marble Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Cathedral City, CA
A fabulous Curtis Jere red metal sculpture mounted on a cylindrical marble base.
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20th Century American Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Steel

Rare Curtis Jere Sunburst Table Sculpture, Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Large modern abstract table sculpture featuring metal brass tubular rods in a sunburst formation. This rare sculptural piece sits atop a solid matte grey marble base. Signed "C Jere ...
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1980s Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass, Metal

Abstract Chrome Sculpture on Marble base C. Jere signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage table top sculpture of an abstract form on a marble pedestal. Crafted by C.Jere and dated to 1978. Very nice form. The marble base is solid and quite heavy.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Marble, Stainless Steel, Chrome

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 Decorative Objects

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Marble, Onyx, Metal, Brass

Tropical Fish Aquarium Wall Sculpture Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and rare striking large aquarium by Curtis Jere. unique large wall sculpture.
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20th Century American Post-Modern Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

Hollywood Regency Glam Brass or Gold Wall Hanging Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredibly cool piece designed by Curtis Jere and produced by Artisan House in the 1980s. It consists of a wave form frame with many brass hanging rods...
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Brass, Steel

Curtis C. Jere Brutalist Citiscape Metal Large Wall Sculpture Mid Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Wayne, NJ
Curtis C. Jere Brutalist metal wall sculpture signed. 51" wide from side to side.
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1970s American Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Kinetic Steel Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
While the name Curtis Jere is familiar to many as the maker of eccentric modern design during the 1960's and 70's, few are aware that it is pseudonym for the design team of Curtis Fr...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Decorative Objects

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Steel

Curtis Jeré decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Curtis Jeré decorative objects 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 decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects 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 decorative objects by C. Jeré Artisan House, Artisan House, and Jerry Meatyard. Prices for Curtis Jeré decorative objects 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.

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