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 Brass Cloud Chandelier, signed 1975
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Dallas, TX
Iconic polished brass cloud chandelier by Curtis Jere’ with 5 interlocking circles. 23” in diameter with 13” height. Overall length can be changed by modifying chain length. Overa...
Metal
1975s Mid Century Modern Brass Cloud Chandelier by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Iconic chandelier designed by Curtis Jere in the United States, ( this chandelier is signed by the makers ). Amazing chandelier made of polished brass interlocking cylinder design, f...
Brass
$9,950
H 13 in W 20 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Post / Modern Brass Cloud Large Chandelier by C. Jere, Signed
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning Sculptural brass chandelier by C. Jere, signed and dated 1975. Features a dramatic layered design of interlocking cylindrical brass forms that create stunning light reflecti...
Brass
C. Jere Brass Cloud Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in New York, NY
C. Jere Brass Cloud Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s. Medium to large scale five light lacquered brass cloud form chandelier with original patina...
Brass
C. Jeré Cloud Chandelier
By Curtis Freiler, C. Jeré Artisan House, Jerry Fels, Curtis Jeré
Located in Littleton, CO
A striking and sculptural lacquered polished brass “Cloud” chandelier, designed and signed by Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels under their renowned C. Jeré Artisan House label in 1975. ...
Brass
Extraordinary Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare brass chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its extraordinary perspex shade and brass rings inside. The light requires 3 E14 light bulbs. Good vinta...
Brass
Large Brass Suspension Chandelier, circa 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Impressive Austrian brass suspension chandelier from the 1940-1950s, attributed to Rupert Nikoll. Polished brass hardware with conical fiberglass shades. Very good original condition...
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Brass Chandelier, Tube Form Design, 1970s Vintage
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-Century Italian brass chandelier from 1970s. The chandelier is created with tube form details in brass. Bulb holders: E27 type, 12 pieces (bulbs are not included). Measurements: ...
Brass
Brass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
Chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Consists of eight crystal handmade glass diffusers on polished brass arms. Manufactured in the 1960s. Designer by Carl Fag...
Brass
Beautiful Mid-Century Brass Chandelier
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass elements fitted with four E27 sockets. Made in the 1960s, fully restored with new electric Attributed to Carl Fagerlund.
Brass
