In addition to having invented an alloy that drastically reduced the foundry production costs associated with making bronze, copper and brass, Danish designer and silversmith Just Andersen created sculptural furnishings, accessories and decor that are widely coveted and collectible today. Disko, an alloy made of lead, tin and antimony, shares characteristics with brass, and many of Andersen’s antique candle holders, vases and vessels and other decorative objects — produced in Art Nouveau, Scandinavian neoclassical and Art Deco styles — contain this material.
Growing up in Greenland, Andersen was originally a sculptor and painter. He moved to Copenhagen and attended the Royal Academy of Art and the School of Danish Crafts. At the latter, he studied under Jens Møller Jensen.
Andersen trained in silversmithing in Copenhagen with Mogens Ballin and with the revered Danish silver firm Peter Hertz. Working in Ballin’s workshop after it had changed hands when the founder’s wife fell ill during the early 1900s, Andersen sharpened and refined his skills. He completed unfinished projects of Ballin’s when he passed away in 1914, sometimes partnering with Jean Rene Gauguin in order to do so. Andersen opened Just Andersen Pewter in 1918, where he produced objects in silver and gold but also in pewter, bronze and his alloy, disko, which he named after Greenland’s Disko Bay.
Andersen created designs for Georg Jensen, Peter Hertz, A. Michelsen and other manufacturers. He opened showrooms in several cities including Berlin and Los Angeles. Andersen’s work is held in the collections of museums all over the world.
Find antique Just Andersen decorative objects, lighting and ceramics on 1stDibs.
Just Cavalli Archive Print Single-Breasted Blazer
By Just Cavalli, Just Andersen
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Just Cavalli Archive Print Single-Breasted Blazer is a striking statement piece that seamlessly combines contemporary edge with classic tailoring. Crafted with meticulous attention t...
RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Fitted Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Thiensville, WI
RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Ralph Lauren Circa: 1970's Label(s): Ralph Lauren, Divina San Francisco, RN 44008 Style...
$1,617Sale Price|30% Off
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2014 Runway brown wool foldover collar jacket FR34 XS
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2014 Runway brown wool foldover collar jacket FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/D00757 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Fall Winter 2014 - Runway Materi...
Ralph Lauren Purple-Label BELTED Shearling Jacket
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Ardmore, PA
Ralph Lauren Purple-Label Shearling Jacket Double-Breasted Design with Large Buttons Wide Shearling Lapels and Cuffs Matching Belt at the waist Size US 6 - fits like a US 00
$5,996Sale Price|36% Off
Size: 8
Vintage Oscar De La Renta F/W 2004 Cashmere Sable Beaded Embroidered Jacket US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Limited Edition Oscar De La Renta Very Exquisite Jacket F/W 2004 Runway Collection US size - 8 Very Rich Hand - Beaded and Embroidered, Exquisite Oscar De La Renta Design, Hand Pain...
CHANEL Iconic Ad Campaign Pink Tweed & Denim Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Spring 2018 Collection — The “Rose Denim” Lesage Jacket — A Pastel Icon of Modern Elegance by Karl Lagerfeld ~ An iconic piece of the Spring 2018 campaign, this jacket captu...
1990's Geoffrey Beene Silk Plaid Jacket with Horsehair Trim
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New Hope, PA
This Geoffrey Beene grey silk plaid jacket with horsehair trim is such an interesting design from Mr. Beene. The body of the oversized jacket is a crisp plaid silk in shades of grey....
$192Sale Price|20% Off
SID NEIGUM gold velvet black frayed seams wrap kimono robe jacket US2 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SID NEIGUM gold velvet black frayed seams wrap kimono robe jacket US2 S Reference: JACG/A00017 Brand: Sid Neigum Material: Velvet Color: Gold, Black Pattern...
Vivienne Westwood Autumn-Winter 2002 brocade bondage evening jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood Autumn-Winter 2002 brocade bondage evening jacket - leg of mutton sleeve with two-way zippers - extra long belt - bondage straps
S/S 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jaguar Print Lace-Up Khaki Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche skirt suit from the Spring/Summer 2002 collection, designed by Tom Ford, is a two-piece set consisting of a structured blazer and pencil skirt in ...
$4,669Sale Price|30% Off
GUCCI 2022 Aria crystal embellished Horsebit web belt GG canvas jacket IT38 XS
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI 2022 Aria crystal embellished Horsebit web belt GG canvas jacket IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00487 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: Aria Collection: 2022 Material:...
Chanel 7K$ Paris / Dubai CC Logo Silk Taffeta Jacket 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Stunning Chanel jacket made of most luxurious material - silk taffeta with CC logo and floral pattern. From Runway of 2015 Cruise Collection Paris / DUBAI by Mr Karl Lagerfeld, 15C....
$528Sale Price|20% Off
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN Reversible green black pleated crinkled padded zip up jacket L
By Issey Miyake
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISSEY MIYAKE MEN Reversible green black pleated crinkled padded zip up jacket L Reference: TGAS/B01072 Brand: Issey Miyake Material: Polyester Color: Green, Black Pattern: Solid Clos...