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.
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Pewter Candle Sconces by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Exquisite Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Designer: Jus...
Pewter
Pewter Candle Sconces by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. A rare, exquisite duo for beautiful place. * Pair (2) of pewter wall candlestick holders * Designer: Just Ande...
Pewter
Pair of Just Andersen Candleholders - Disco Metal
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful pair of candleholders made by Just Andersen in the 1920's. Almost mint condition, as good as it gets! Stamped: Just, Disco Metal - No. D.54. Contact us for any information!
Bronze
Art Deco Disko Metal Candleholder by Just Andersen, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Large candelabra in disko metal designed by Just Andersen - Manufactured during the 1930s in his workshop in Copenhagen - This is model 155 and it features an octagonal base and ...
Metal
Arne Eskers Pewter Candleholders for Just Andersen, 1950s, Set of 2
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of Trumpet Shaped Candlesticks designed by Arne Eskers and made by Just Andensen in Denmark during the 1950s. Both stamped and signed. Design number: 2601. Measurements: H: ...
Pewter
Just Andersen Art Deco Candleholders in Pewter
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of Candleholders designed and made by Just Andensen in Denmark during the 1930s or 40s. They are made from the finest pewter available at the time. The bases features architec...
Pewter
Just Andersen Antique Footed Pewter Box, 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An early footed box by Just Andersen. Made at his own workshop Just in Denmark during the 1920s. The exterior is made entirely from lightly hammered pewter. The interior is linned wi...
Pewter
Set of Just Andersen Pewter Candlesticks, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Very fine Pewter Candle Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1933. * Pair (2) of pewter candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 1730 * Y...
Pewter
Art Deco Pewter Candle Holders by Just Andersen, 1930s. Set of 2.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Art Deco Pewter Candle Holders by Just Andersen, 1930s. Set of 2. Wonderful pair of pewter candlesticks designed by Danish sculptor Just Andersen in Denmark in the 1930s. Stamped wit...
Pewter
1930s Pair of Art Deco Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Pair of Art Deco pewter candlesticks by Just Andersen The candlesticks are in good vintage condition. Marked Just. A. no, 2574. H.
Pewter
1930s Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Pewter Candleholder
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Just Andersen Art Deco pewter candle holder produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1930's. The candle holder is in good vintage condition and marked with Just. Andersens tria...
Metal, Pewter
1930s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Pewter Candlesticks
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen art deco pewter candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1930's. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and marked with Just. ...
Metal, Pewter
Set of Just Andersen bronze candle holders, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A set of subtile bronze candle holders designed by Just Andersen in 1934. * A set of small 10-sided bronze candle holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * ...
Bronze
Monumental Bronze Candleholders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Monumental Bronze Candleholders made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An impressive set for an exquisite home. * Pair of Tall Bronze Candlestick...
Bronze
1940s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Pewter Candle Holders
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen art deco pewter candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940 - 1950's. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and marked with J...
Metal, Pewter
Set of Pewter Candle Sconces by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Elegant Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen ...
Pewter
Candle Sconce made by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Wall Candle Sconce designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. Early and rare design by Just Andersen. * Wall candlestick holder in metal * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Ande...
Metal
Pair of Just Andersen Candle Sconces in Pewter, Denmark 1918-1929
By Just Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JUST ANDERSEN A beautiful pair of candle sconces by Just Andersen in matte pewter. This is one of his very early works - Dessin 120 - production 1918-1928. Each sconce stamped ...
Pewter