Curtis Jeré Sculptures
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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Period: Mid-20th Century
Creator: Curtis Jeré
Mid-Century Antiqued Brass
Glass Owl Sculpture signed Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
This captivating Mid-Century Modernist owl sculpture, signed by the renowned design firm Curtis Jere, is a striking example of artistic innovation from the era. Crafted in America ar...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Brass
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 Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Downhill Skier Bronze Sculpture on Onyx Base by C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool bronze downhill skier sculpture on a solid block of white onyx by C. Jere, circa 1970s. The piece is signed "C. Jere" on the skis and has a wonderful patina. A very hard ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Bronze
Boy Flying Kite Bronze on Wood Block Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool boy flying a kite bronze on black wood block sculpture by Curtis Jere, circa 1969. The piece is in very good vintage condition and m...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Bronze
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist C Jere Tree Sculpture Signed
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A great Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jere brass, copper and metal life-size tree sculpture. Rare form Brutalist design. Large leaves and verdigris green metal base. Signed C Jere on leaf.
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass, Copper
Mid Century Boy and Balloons Figurative Bronze Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
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 Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Curtis Jere Mid Century Sandpiper With Nest Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jere sculpture of a sandpiper mother hovering over her nest with three blue eggs, over a quartz pedestal base. Signed and dated 1969.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Metal
Curtis Jere Brass Stag Deer on Marble Base Mid Century Modern Table Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Curtis Jere stag deer table sculpture. This wonderful mid century modern table sculpture features a beautiful stag in abstract motion, rising out of a circular marble base. The det...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
C. Jeré metal wall art classic bird design
By Artisan House, C. Jeré Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Curtis Jeré “Seagulls” metal wall sculpture in white with blue splatter finish. This design is often referred to as “Birds in Flight”. It casts s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal
1969 Curtis Jere Bronze Balloon Boy Art Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Stafford, TX
This whimsical and imaginative sculpture is a 1969 piece by Curtis Jere, a design signature used by the artists Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels. Known for their eclectic and artistic m...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Mixed Metals on Quartz Dragonfly Sculpture by C. Jere for Artisian House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice and hard to find mixed metals on quartz base dragonfly sculpture by C. Jere for Artisian House, circa 1971. The piece is in great vintage condition with a wonderful pati...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Brass, Bronze, Iron
80s Huge Brutalist Abstract Mid Century C. Jere Brass Sunburst Sculpture Signed
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
80s Huge Brutalist Abstract Mid Century C. Jere Brass Sunburst Sculpture Signed
Massive, focal, sensational, Curtis Jere abstract brutalist table sunburst sculpture. Signed and dat...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
C. Jere Artisan House Java Jr. Steaming Cup of Coffee with String Tag
By Curtis Jeré, C. Jeré Artisan House, Artisan House
Located in Ferndale, MI
Large C Jere coffee cup with stylized steam wafting from it. Any barista would be proud to own. With original string tag.
Which reads
Under direction of our studios master sculptor l...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Curtis Jere Mars
Venus Gold Gilt Bookends Sculptures Signed Jeré, 1968
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A beautiful, and in lovely condition, pair of Mars and Venus Curtis Jere sculptures or bookends depicting the male and female gender symbols on square bases made of gold leafed cast iron. In beautiful condition with original patina and signed "C. Jeré 1968". The gilt really adds a nice warmth and glow. These would look exquisite displayed in a lit bookcase, in a master bedroom, master bath...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Gold
Vintage Curtis Jere Pair of Bronze Cranes on Stone Signed 1969 Table Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Curtis Jere pair of bronze cranes on stone table sculpture. This wonderful vintage mid century table sculpture features a very dynamic composition of cranes stand on a stone. Each ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Bronze
California Modern Enameled Bird Family Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California Modern Enameled Bird Family Sculpture by Curtis Jere
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Curtis Jere Mid Century Modern Large Mixed Metal Copenhagen City 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.
Large Vintage Curtis Jere Mid Century Modern Mixed Metal Copenhagen City Wall Art Scu...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal
"Owl on Branch, " Early sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small but sweet table top sculpture by C. Jere circa 1967. Made of brass with enamel eyes and installed on a natural onyx rock. table top sculpture. Signed and dated 67.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Brass, Enamel
"Birds in Flight" Sculpture with Black Finish by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare and hard to find black finish "Birds in Flight" desk sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan House, circa 1969. The piece is in very good vintage condition and has great colo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Metal
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Geometric Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage wall-mounted sculpture by Curtis Jere features geometric pieces of metal arranged in an abstract composition. Please confirm item...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Curtis Jeré Blue Butterflies, set of 3
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Curtis Jeré Trio of Enamel and Metal Butterflies, Mid-Century Modern
A vibrant trio of Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré butterflies, crafted in en...
Category
1960s American Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$1,200 / set
Original Vintage Curtis Jere Ship Boat Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed original Curtis Jere large wall sculpture. Incredible piece full of detail. In classic Jere style, this art piece encapsulates...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Oversize Aluminum Novelty Cutlery Wall Sculptures Curtis Jere style, 1960/70s.
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Dublin 8, IE
A striking and playful set of oversized novelty cutlery wall sculptures, comprising a spoon, fork, and knife, each measuring an impressive 120 cm in length. Executed in aluminum meta...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Mixed Metals on Quartz Anchor Sculpture by C. Jere for Artisian House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice mixed metals on quartz base anchor and sea gulls sculpture by C. Jere for Artisian House, circa 1971. The piece is in great vintage condition with a wonderful patina and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Brass, Bronze, Iron
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
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 i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Bronze
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Curtis Jere Brass Sailboat Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four foot tall sailboat sculpture made of brass rods welded together. Mesh sails and polished marble base.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$420 Sale Price
45% Off
Brutalist Owl Sculpture in Raw Metal on Quartz by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical brutalist owl sculpture in raw metal on quartz base by Curtis Jere for Artisan House, circa 1967. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 11.5"W x 4.5...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Brutalist Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Metal
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Curtis Jere Mid Century Pom Urchin Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Curtis Jere Mid Century Pom Urchin sculpture
Sculpture measures: 18 wide x 18 deep x 35 high
This sculpture is in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage Curtis Jere Copper Metal Brutalist Airplane Large Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Curtis Jere Copper Metal Brutalist Airplane Large Wall Sculpture, Artist Signed. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 21" H x 56" W x 5" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Curtis Jere Mixed Metals Sculpture Village and Cafe Scape, 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Monrovia, CA
1960s Vintage Village and Cafe Scape Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere.
Mixed Metal Village / Cafe Scene Signed C. Jere.
Beautiful Cosmopolitan Village Of Eclectic Mixture Of Metals....
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
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".
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Metal
C. Jere Sculpture of Cranes
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large mid-century sculpture of walking cranes made by the C. Jere company. Great form and size.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Abstract Floating Tree Sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage modernist abstract tree sculpture designed by Curtis Jere for Artisan House c. 1960's. Features a dramatic focal point to any space adding texture and dimension. This stateme...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Copper
$2,400 Sale Price
33% Off
Curtis Jeré Orange Butterflies, set of 3
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Curtis Jeré Trio of Enamel and Metal Butterflies, Mid-Century Modern
A vibrant trio of Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré butterflies, crafted in enameled metal and mounted on sculptural wire stems. Each butterfly features a striking palette of vibrant oranges, yellows, and purples with beautifully marbled, hand-applied enamel that creates depth, luminosity, and movement. The trio varies in size and height, giving the composition a naturally dynamic, airborne feel.
Originally designed as part of Jeré’s iconic wall and tabletop sculptures from the 1960s–70s, this set captures the playful sophistication and organic artistry the studio is celebrated for. Displayed in a glass vessel or arranged freely, these butterflies function as a captivating sculptural accent—perfect for collectors of Curtis Jeré, lovers of kinetic art, or anyone seeking a bold pop of color in a modern interior.
Vintage Tangerine vase...
Category
1960s American Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$1,200 / set
Mid-Century Modern Goose Bird Fighting Reflection in Mirror by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern bronze goose bird fighting reflection in mirror on quartz by Curtis Jere.
Signed (original label bottom of stone) the stone base 8" X ...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Brass Gazelle Tabletop Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Brass Gazelle Tabletop Sculpture
A mid century modern Curtis Jere brass wire bust of a gazelle with corkscrew antlers on a circular removable ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Curtis Jeré Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Curtis Jeré sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Curtis Jeré sculptures 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 sculptures, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures 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 sculptures by Jerry Meatyard, Artisan House, and Dan Murphy. Prices for Curtis Jeré sculptures 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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Questions About Curtis Jeré Sculptures
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024The main thing to look for when purchasing a Curtis Jeré sculpture is a signature, which you can typically locate on the back or underside of a given piece. The renowned metalwork company, which trades under a pseudonym for the design team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, uses the shortened name "C. Jeré" when signing pieces. A piece lacking the trademark "C. Jeré" is unlikely to be authentic. Find Curtis Jeré sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024Yes, all Curtis Jeré sculptures are signed. The renowned metalwork company, which trades under a pseudonym for the design team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, uses the shortened name "C. Jeré" when signing pieces. The signature can typically be found on the underside or back of one of the sculptures beside a copyright symbol.
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's a pseudonym. 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.
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.
Find a collection of Curtis Jeré sculptures on 1stDibs.
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