Mid-Century Modern Large Round Porthole Wall Mirror in Gold Brass by Curtis Jere

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A large chic statement piece made by Curtis Jere in the 1970s. This porthole mirror features a polished brass / gold frame with a circular mirror.Creator: Curtis Jer (Designer)Dimensions: Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Diameter: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Style: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Brass,MirrorPlace of Origin: United StatesPeriod: 1970-1979Date of Manufacture: 1970sCondition: GoodVery good condition, showing no oxidation or damages.Seller Location: Philadelphia, PAReference Number: 1stDibs: LU1273221156072Shop All Curtis Jer

Curtis Jer

Though the name Curtis Jer 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. Jer; 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 pairs eclectic metalwork has captivated decorative art collectors and interior designers ever since.

The work of Curtis Jer 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 Jer 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 Jer.

As you will see on 1stDibs, the imaginative powers of the designers of Curtis Jer pieces were boundless, and their creations will add a dash of verve in any room.