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 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
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 the 1920s. * Pair of two (2) pewter wall-mounted candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacture...
Pewter
Pewter Candle Sconces by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of four Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Set of four (4) pewter wall-mounted candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Ju...
Pewter
Art Nouveau Pewter Candle Sconce by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Exquisite Art Nouveau Pewter Candle Sconce designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Pewter wall-mounted candle sconce with two sculptural arms ...
Pewter
Just Andersen Art Deco Pewter Centerpiece Bowl, Denmark, Late 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
An elegant Art Deco pewter centerpiece bowl designed by Just Andersen in Denmark during the late 1920s. The bowl features a beautifully scallop...
Pewter
1940s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Pewter Candlesticks
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen mid century candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940 - 1950´s. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and marked with Jus...
Metal, Pewter
Pair of Danish Art Deco Pewter Candelabras by Just Andersen, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant pair of Danish Art Deco pewter candelabras designed by Just Andersen, dating from the early 1930s. Each candelabra features a sculptural, organic form with gracefully curved ...
Pewter
$481
H 6.3 in Dm 3.94 in
Pair of pewter Art deco candle sticks, model 2574 by Just Andersen, Denmark 1930
By Just Andersen
Located in Balen, BE
Pair of Art Deco Pewter Candlesticks, Model 2574 by Just Andersen – Denmark, 1930 This elegant pair of pewter candlesticks, model 2574, was designed by Just Andersen in 1930 and ref...
Pewter
$750 / set
H 7.75 in W 7.25 in D 4.75 in
Just Andersen Art Deco Pewter Candlesticks, Signed 1929, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Just Andersen 6002 Two Arm Pewter Candlesticks, 1929. Featuring a satin Silver finish solid Pewter double candlestick design, Crest details atop circular scalloped bases. S...
Pewter
Art Deco Pewter Bowl by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s
By Just Andersen, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare pewter bowl. Designed and made by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s. Good condition, only a few light scratches and a tiny chip to the rim. Stamped 'DENMARK', mod...
Pewter
$5,735 / set
H 11.82 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Pair of Pewter Art Deco Candlesticks by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
Pair of large pewter candlesticks in amazing condition. Designed and made by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s. Great condition, only some light scratches. Stamped 'DENMARK', model n...
Pewter
$378 / set
H 3.94 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
1920s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Art Deco Candlesticks in Disco Metal
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen Art Deco candlesticks in disco metal by Just Andersen A/S The set of 1920's candlesticks are made in Disco metal, an alloy of lead and antimony, whic...
Metal
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
$798 / set
H 6.5 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
A pair of pewter candle sticks model '1165' by Just Andersen, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Balen, BE
Pair of Pewter Candlesticks Model ‘1165’ by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s A pair of pewter candlesticks designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s, model 1165. Each candlestick is set o...
Pewter
$980 / set
H 4.14 in W 9.45 in D 2.17 in
Just Andersen, a pair of candle holders in Disko Metal, Danish Grace 1920/30s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A decorative and rare pair of candle holders by Just Andersen, Danish Grace 1920/30s. Beautiful decor of pedals. The pair are made in Disko Metal. Hallmark: JUST in triangle, Model ...
Metal
$516 / set
H 6.5 in W 3.35 in D 3.35 in
Danish Just Andersen Pair of Square Form Candle Sticks of Polished Pewter 1960s
By Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of square candle sticks model 27 11 designed by Danish artist Just Andersen (1884-1943) They are made in the 1970s of polished pewter by Just Andersen´s own metal workshop. Sta...
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