1970s Sailing Duo, Brass Sailboat Sculpture by Curtis Jere, 23" X 53"

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A striking Mid-Century Modern brass sculpture by Curtis Jere, featuring two stylized sailboats with tall, sweeping sails. The brass is … Read more A striking Mid-Century Modern brass sculpture by Curtis Jere, featuring two stylized sailboats with tall, sweeping sails. The brass is signed by the artist. This piece captures the dynamic energy of sailing and the sleek aesthetic of its era, making it an excellent decorative accent for any contemporary or vintage space.

A Nautical Tale:

The Sailing Duo wasn't just a sculpture; it was a memory etched in brass. Curtis Jere, they say, crafted it on a particularly clear day in Venice Beach, his mind drifting far from the California sun to the misty, unpredictable waters of the Atlantic. The two sails represent not just boats, but two brothers, the Brass twins, who were separated by a gale and reunited years later by the very currents that had pulled them apart.

The taller sail is older brother Alistair, proud and rigid, weathering every storm with a steady keel. The slightly smaller, more curved sail is younger Finn, adaptable and quick, always finding the fastest route to his destination. For decades, the sculpture sat on a mahogany desk in a quiet study, a silent promise that even when life's winds carry you to different shores, the shared horizon of home will always pull you back together. It’s a symbol of resilience, and the unbreakable bond of family, forever navigating the endless sea of time. See less