Curtis Jere "Carnival" Metal MCM Wall Sculpture

Updated August 23, 2026

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Lot number14
Estimate300.00 - 10,000.00 USD
CategoryFine Art & Prints
AuctionChicagoland Antiques, Jewelry & Collectibles Auction 9/1/26
DateSeptember 1, 2026 at 9:54 PM CDT
Auction houseEsquis Auctions
LocationWheeling, Illinois

Large vintage Curtis Jere wall sculpture titled "Carnival," featuring a colorful and highly dimensional amusement park scene. The composition incorporates a Ferris wheel, striped carnival tents, clusters of balloons, midway attractions, and other playful details constructed from mixed metals with patinated brass, copper, and colorful enameled elements. The layered construction gives the sculpture strong depth and visual movement, creating a lively kinetic quality. Signed "C. Jere" on the lower front panel and fitted with a copper title plaque. A distinctive example of decorative American metal wall art with a whimsical carnival theme. Measures approximately 52" wide x 23" tall.

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