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.
62" Curtis Jere Brass and Chrome Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Water Mill, NY
1980s Curtis Jere signed brass and chrome wall modernist sculpture can be hanged horizontally or vertically.
Brass, Chrome
$1,300
H 20 in W 62 in D 10 in
Vintage Curtis Jere 1989 Brass Chrome Ribbons Mid Century Modern Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Curtis Jere 1989 Brass Chrome Ribbons Mid Century Modern 62" Large Wall Sculp...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$1,850
H 20 in W 61.75 in D 9 in
Large Vintage Mid Century Metal Ribbon Wall Art Sculpture by Curtis Jere 1980s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern Curtis Jere metal ribbon wall art hanging sculpture features contrasting brass and silver toned metal strips twisted into a beautiful sleek and styliz...
Metal, Brass
$928
H 21.66 in W 51.19 in D 7.49 in
Rare 1980s Postmodern Gold & Chrome Ribbon Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere USA
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hastings, GB
Rare 1989 gold & chrome undulating ribbon wall sculpture by Curtis Jere, USA. Signed & dated. Has 2 inbuilt hangers on the back. Dimensions: Length 130cm, 59cm high, 19cm deep.
Gold Plate, Chrome
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
$942
H 1.58 in W 8.67 in D 8.86 in
Italian modern Brutalist styleWall sculpture in brass and metal by Cirillo, 1979
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brutalist style Wall sculpture in brass and metal by Edmondo Cirillo, 1979 Wall sculpture in brass and metal with reference to the brutalist style. The structure is co...
Metal, Brass
Outfold Silver and Gold Metal Wall Sculpture, Post-Modern, 1985
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Prepare to be swept away by an emblem of shimmering sophistication: Curtis Jere’s “Outfold” wall sculpture, a cascading wave of silver and gold metal artistry from the glamor-drenche...
Metal
C. Jeré brass and chrome kinetic sculpture wall art
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
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...
Brass, Chrome
Eye Catching Chrome and Brass Ribbon Motif Abstract Tabletop Sculpture
By Dan Murphy
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking abstract metal table top sculpture by Chapel Hill artist Dan Murphy, signed on bottom. The mixed metal gold and silver creation conjures up layers of ribbons floating on a ...
Brass, Chrome
$895
H 16 in W 20 in D 9.5 in
Vintage Dan Murphy 1976 Brass Ribbon Modern Abstract Sculpture on Lucite Base
By Dan Murphy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very good vintage condition being structurally sound with age appropriate signs of normal use as pictured. Overall very nice.
Aluminum
