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.
Curtis Jere Raindrops Wall Sculpture 1965c.
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
Curtis Jere Raindrops Wall Sculpture 1965c. An iconic mid-century wall sculpture by Curtis Jere, composed of patinated brass and copper discs arranged in an expressive, rhythmic comp...
Metal, Copper
Vintage Curtis Jere Chrome Plated Sputnik Pom Pom Wall Sculpture 1970's
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage chrome plated Curtis Jere wall sculpture is from the 1970s. It is not signed that we can see. It is authentic. It is a combination of 5 sea creatures we call sea urchins...
Chrome
Curtis Jeré Brass Mid Century Modern Sculptural Signed Sailing Boat
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Weesp, NL
A Rare Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece – Curtis Jeré’s 1976 Brass Sailboat Sculpture. Elevate your collection with this exceptional 1976 mid-century modern brass wire sculpture by C...
Brass, Iron
Curtis Jere Brutalist Brass Tree Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
C. Jere tree wall sculpture with Brutalist details to branches, signed and dated. Sculpture is made in two sections where one of the branches ...
Metal
Large Signed Curtis Jere Peacock in Flight Wall Art – Vintage 1980s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Incredible sense of movement and depth with layered brass “feathers,” sculptural wirework, and a sweeping silhouette that absolutely commands a wall. A true statement piece—perfect o...
Brass
Midcentury C. Jere Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury 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.
Brass
Curtis Jere Mid Century Fishing Village Metal Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Curtis Jere mid century fishing village metal sculpture This sculpture measures: 46 wide x 10.5 deep x 29 inches high This sculpture is i...
Metal
Midcentury Curtis Jeré Metal Ribbon Wall Art
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage piece of art was designed and signed by C. Jeré. Sculptural Metal Art that is shaped like a ribbon. This two-tone, gold and silver colored piece is sure to make...
Metal
"Vintage X-Large Metal Wall Sculpture of Railroad Train Station by Curtis Jere"
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Rare X-Large Railroad Train Station Metal Wall Sculpture Signed by Curtis Jere
Metal, Brass
Midcentury C Jere Brutalist Style Wall Art Farm and Tree Scene for Artisan House
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Brutalist style wall hanging by C. Jere for Artisan House. Torch cut and welded with a patinated brass and gold finish. Excellent original, unaltered condition. Signed "C. Jere" M...
Brass
Mid century vintage Curtis jere brass and steel wall sculpture.
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage brass and steel wall sculpture by Curtis jere. This wall sculpture has an Asian inspiration with pleated fans in brass, black and silver steel. This wal...
Brass
Abstract Mixed Metal Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Beautiful blend of subtle color and texture in a masculine brutalist form with presence. Signed. Likely 1970s. This particular example is two panels professionally joined for a great...
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror by Curtis Jere, 1970
By Jerry Fels, Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A silver, vintage Mid-Century Modern American wall mirror, composed of polished circular metal coins. Designed by Curtis Jere in good condition. Minor fading, due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1970, United States. Curtis Jere is a metalwork artist of wall sculptures and household accessories...
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...
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Curtis C. Jere Brass Palm Tree Frond Leaf Wall Hanging Metal Tropical Beach
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage Curtis C. Jere brass palm frond leaf tree wall hanging. Ready to hang. Some patina spots on the back side and a few on some side le...
Brass
Curtis Jere Wall Sculpture Bottle Opener
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Westport, CT
Steel wall sculpture extra-large bottle opener cork screw. Curtis Jere signed, circa 1960s the overall size will vary how much you open the cork screw 15'' in picture but can go to 2...
Curtis Jere Large Gold Leaf Wall Applique, 1991
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hastings, GB
Monumental leaf wall applique, hand crafted by C Jere in their California based workshop, and fully signed C Jere 1991 The huge brass leaves are intricately cut and bonded together ...
Brass
Curtis Jere Wall Sculpture Herd of Running Gazelles
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Tin with gold highlights, a wall-mounted sculpture of a herd of running gazelles. Wall sculpture designed by Curtis Jere. Each gazelle is about 24 in.
Tin
C. Jere Art Deco Style "Deer Running" Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Incredible Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Art Deco style of a deer running signed and dated 1985.
Gorgeous Pair of Curtis Jere Wall Art
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Curtis Jere metal sculpted wall art, these abstract items would make a great addition to any home or office. Featured with the pair is a cert...
Metal
Brutalist Brass Wall Sculpture
By Jean Claude Dresse
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brutalist patinated brass wall sculpture in the style of Jean Claude Dresse.
Brass
Brutalist Brass Wall Sculpture
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this Brutalist brass wall sculpture.
Brass
Curtis Jere "Pom Pom" Metal Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in East Hampton, NY
Tri-color metal sculpture by Curtis Jere.
Metal
$4,250
H 47.25 in W 64.57 in D 9.85 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Brutalist Brass Tree Needle Wall Sculpture
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Dronten, NL
Make a bold statement with this exceptional Mid-Century Modern brass wall sculpture by renowned design house Curtis Jeré, circa 1970s. This large-scale Brutalist tree composition fea...
Brass
Curtis Jere Round Brutalist Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A bronze color finished round wall sculpture by Curtis Jere Artisan House. Newer from the last 20 years or so. Metal with a bronze finish and spots of brass and silver color. Good ov...
Metal
Curtis Jere Horse Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Curtis Jere wall sculpture of gold horse. This piece is signed on a rod of the mane with C. Jere 1984, brass wall sculpture of stylized horse.
Vintage Curtis Jere Aquarium Fish Wall Sculpture, Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Curtis Jere Aquarium Fish Wall Sculpture, Signed Offered for sale is an uncommon vintage Curtis Jere aquarium or fish wall sculpture. Th...
Metal, Brass
Californian Modernist "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Polished & Burnished Chrome Metal Disks This Californian Modernist “Raindrop” chrome sculpture by Curtis Jere is a striking example of mid-century American studio art...
Metal, Chrome
$2,950
H 39 in W 58 in D 3.5 in
Curtis Jere Peacock / Swan Wall Sculpture, Signed and Dated 1987, Brass Finish
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Kansas City, MO
Large Curtis Jere wall sculpture of a peacock / swan. Completely original in very good to excellent condition metal sculpture with a brass finish and applied patina creating the dark...
Metal
$1,529
H 33 in W 21 in D 7 in
American Vintage Metal Wall Mirror Sculpture Raindrops by Curtis Jere ca' 1970
By Curtis Jeré
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A silver-chrome, vintage Mid-Century Modern American wall mirror, composed of polished circular metal discs and spheres. Designed by Curtis Jere, ca' 1970, United States. A mirror o...
Steel
Beautiful Tree Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Wall sculpture of beautiful tree by Curtis Jere.
Metal
Signed Curtis Jere Starburst POM POM Abstract Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
Curtis Jere Starburst wall sculpture / Signed & dated.
Brass
Sold
H 21 in W 39.5 in D 9 in
Signed Vintage Curtis Jere “Sea Gulls” Brass Wall Hanging Sculpture, c.1968
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition An iconic expression of movement and form, this vintage “Sea Gulls” wall sculpture by Curtis Jere captures the effortless grace of birds in fl...
Brass
Vintage Curtis Jere Raindrops Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lynn, MA
Highly collectable ''Raindrops'' wall sculpture by C. Jere / Artisan House, in brass execution. Abstract metal wall sculpture of torched edge disc's and half spheres made originally ...
Metal, Brass
Vintage Curtis Jere Raindrops Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lynn, MA
Highly collectable ''Raindrops'' wall sculpture by C. Jere / Artisan House, in brass execution. Abstract metal wall sculpture of torched edge disc's and half spheres made originally ...
Metal, Brass
Large Californian Modern "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Californian Modern "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere
Chrome
American Modern Mixed Metal Wall Sculpture, Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Modern mixed metal of oxidized silver, brass, and copper Wall Sculpture "Raindrops", (by CURTIS JERE)
Brass
Sold
H 36 in W 46 in D 2 in
Curtis Jere Signed Torrent Vintage Modernist Abstract Brass Wall Sculpture 1985
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A modernist abstract brass wall sculpture titled "Torrent" produced by the Curtis Jeré studio. Hand signed "C. Jeré" and dated 1985. Torrent i...
Brass
Sold
H 23.63 in W 45.28 in D 4.73 in
Large Brutalist Curtis Jere Brass 1972 'Labyrinth' Wall Sculpture, C Jere
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Utrecht, NL
Original large vintage Curtis Jere Brutalist style “Labyrinth” abstract wall sculpture from 1972 consisting of various metal brass elements with beautiful oxidised finishes by Artisa...
Brass, Copper
Sold
H 18 in W 65 in D 5 in
Large Curtis Jere "Raindrop" Brutalist Brass Wall Sculpture for Artisan House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Curtis Jere "Raindrop" Brutalist Brass Wall Sculpture for Artisan House
Brass
Curtis Jere Brass Style Brass & Copper Toned Sunburst Wall Sculpture, 1970's
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Curtis Jeré, William Friedle Style Brass plated Starburst Wall Relief. Featuring a handcrafted radiating circular form, with central three dimensional organic Brass orb, torch cut C...
Brass, Iron
Curtis Jere Signed Cityscape Wall Art, 1989
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home art that is truly "cosmopolitan" with this stunning wall hanging from Curtis Jeré- the mid-century modern metalwork masters. Welded sheet metal and bent steel come togeth...
Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Sheet Metal, Tin
Curtis Jere Brass Starburst Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Curtis Jeré (Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels) mid-century modern metal starburst wall sculpture is a stunning example of the craftmanship of th...
Metal
Large Brass Clipper Ship Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jeré, 1970s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Izegem, VWV
Dramatic large wall hanging by Curtis Jere of a clipper ship, the body and sails of various soldered metals. Circa 1975.
Brass