Monumental Sculpture by Curtis Jere, 1970

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A very large floor sculpture known as "asteroid" or "sea urchin," commonly attributed to the curtis jere collective (jerry fels … Read more A very large floor sculpture known as "asteroid" or "sea urchin," commonly attributed to the curtis jere collective (jerry fels & curtis freiler), active in the united states from the 1960s and 1970s. The work consists of a dense array of stainless steel tubes welded into a spherical sheaf. A sculptural, graphic, and spectacular sculpture, evoking the organic forms of sea urchins or solar explosions. Rare in this xxl format, this piece is both a design object and a work of decorative art from the american mid-century modern movement. ________________________________________
technical details:
• designer: curtis jere (attributed to)
• manufacturer: artisanat usa, unsigned
• period: circa 1970
• materials: stainless steel (welded hollow tubes)
• finish: polished steel with light original patina
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dimensions:
• height / diameter: 70 cm (27.56 in)
• estimated weight: 14 kg
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condition:
very good vintage condition with light original patina. No warping, solid structure. Ready to be displayed on the floor or hung (mounting may require adaptation).
this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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