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 Floor Lamp "Lily Pad", circa 1977
By Curtis Jeré
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Hard to find in good condition-Curtis Jere "Lily Pad" floor lamp. Brass, signed on the base C.Jere, 1977. Iconic and organic this is great floor lamp that is functional and unusual a...
Aluminum, Brass
Chapman Brass Counter Balanced Floor Lamp Mid-Century Modern
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Miami, FL
We offer a brass counter balanced floor lamp with a triangular shade and integral brass switch raised on a tube pole and slanted square base by Chapman. The floor lamp can be adjuste...
Brass
$3,295 / item
H 59.06 in W 4.73 in D 13.78 in
Handmade Brass Floor Lamp Model "Tozzo" designed by Claudio Brocchini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The elegant handmade model called "Tozzo" is composed of a stabile brass cylinder under the typical, Fine curved body, followed by an also typical conical natural brass lampshade. Al...
Brass
$3,295 / item
H 59.06 in W 4.73 in D 13.78 in
Handmade Brass Floor Lamp Model "Tozzo" designed by Claudio Brocchini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The elegant handmade model called "Tozzo" is composed of a stabile brass cylinder under the typical, Fine curved body, followed by an also typical conical natural brass lampshade. Al...
Brass
$3,295 / item
H 59.06 in W 4.73 in D 13.78 in
Handmade Brass Floor Lamp Model "Tozzo" designed by Claudio Brocchini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The elegant handmade model called "Tozzo" is composed of a stabile brass cylinder under the typical, Fine curved body, followed by an also typical conical natural brass lampshade. Al...
Brass
MidCentury Brass Italian Manufacturing Floor Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Exquisite floor lamp that exemplifies timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship. The floor lamp is very linear and will perfectly furnish your home space. Aesthetically the floor...
Brass
$10,002
H 53.55 in Dm 8.86 in
Florian Schulz Mid-Century Modernist Dimmable Brass 1980s Adjustable Floor Lamp
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Extremely rare Mid-Century Modern vintage German made dimmable adjustable 'TECA' floor lamp by Florian Schulz circa late 1980s. Featuring a lacquered matt brushed brass finish with a...
Metal, Brass
Robert Mathieu French Brass Adjustable Mid-Century Floor Lamp
By Robert Mathieu
Located in London, GB
A scarce floor lamp by Robert Mathieu. France, c1950s. Brass adjustable stem that sits on a heavy brass ball nestled in the amazing star base. The star base is in original black finish. A new custom diabolo (double) lamp shade has been created. The height is adjustable, the lamp rotates, the shade rotates, so it is a very flexible lamp...
Brass
$4,484Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 65.75 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in
Contemporary Minimalist Brass Floor Lamp
By Cristiana Bertolucci
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Flora- co - floor lamp in polished or oxidized brass with contemporary and delicate design. The reflectors are articulated allowing light to be directed. Uses G9 base lamp Código: C...
Brass
$17,652
H 58.27 in W 20.08 in D 9.26 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp in the style of Jacques Adnet Valenti Spain
By Jacques Adnet, Valenti
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp in the style of Jacques Adnet for Valenti, Spain. Hollywood Regency Style. Rare mid-century floor lamp by Valenti. This design is often attributed...
Metal
