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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Just Andersen, Denmark, Vintage Polished Pewter 1940s Hot Toddy Cup #1289
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen, Denmark, vintage polished pewter 1940s hot toddy cup #1289 Simple and effective Danish design, circa 1940s Stamped and numbered 1289 Measu...
Pewter
Just Andersen, Denmark, Pair Vintage Polished Pewter 1940's Hot Toddy Cups #1289
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen, Denmark, pair of vintage polished pewter 1940's hot toddy cups #1289 Simple and effective Danish design Circa 1940's Stamped and numbered 1289...
Pewter
Pewter Bottle Coasters by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of 12 Pewter Bottle-Coasters / Glass Trays with Box made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Set of twelve (12) pewter bottle-coasters with grooved edges with the original box. Th...
Pewter
$658Sale Price / set|53% Off
H 3.94 in Dm 6.5 in
Set of Six Capodimonte Porcelain Tea /Coffee Cups with Floral Motifs, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This set is made in Capodimonte porcelain and features hand painted floral motifs and golden edges. They are vintage therefore they might show slight traces of ...
Porcelain
$508Sale Price / set|56% Off
H 2.37 in Dm 14.97 in
Set of Six Postmodern Vermilion Cups, Sugar Bowl and Plate by Parravicini, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. They are made in lacquered ceramic and feature their original label "Parravicini ceramiche". It is a vintage set, but it can be considered as in excellent origi...
Ceramic
$397 / item
H 1.97 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Contemporary Gold Plated Tea Cup Lapis Lazuli Stone in Italy by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your daily tea or coffee ritual with our exquisite perline torch cup. The plated brass cup is handcrafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The handle, adorned with a ...
Metal, Gold Plate
Pewter Sugar Jar and Creamer by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Pewter Sugar Jar & Creamer made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An exquisite set for a beautiful table. * Set (3) of pewter lidded sugar jar and creamer on tray * Designer: Just And...
Pewter
Just Andersen, Denmark. Set of seven pewter bottle coasters, 1930s/40s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Just Andersen, Denmark. Set of seven pewter bottle coasters engraved with motifs from Denmark. Circular form with ribbed rim. Manufacturer: Just Andersen, Denmark Material: Pewter D...
Pewter
Pewter Ice Bucket by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Pewter Ice Bucket designed by Just Andersen in 1937. A fine piece for an exquisite table. * Ice bucket or wine cooler in pewter with insert drainer * Designer: Just Andersen * Model...
Metal, Pewter
1930s Danish Just Andersen Pewter Salt Vessel
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Just Andersen pewter salt vessel on a wodden tray produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940´s - 1950´s The vessel is in very good vintage conditi...
Metal, Pewter
$333 / set
H 1.11 in W 8.15 in D 5.52 in
1940s Set of Danish Just Andersen Pewter Serving Platter and Bowl
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Danish Just Andersen pewter serving platter and bowl produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940´s / 1950´s The the serving platter and bowl are good vintage condition and ma...
Metal, Pewter
Pewter Sugar Jar and Creamer by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant set of Pewter Sugar Jar & Creamer made by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Set (2) of pewter sugar jar and creamer with lugs and round chasings at the bottom * Designer: Just ...
Pewter
$833Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 2.09 in Dm 4.61 in
Set of Eleven Porcelain and Pure Gold Coffee Cups by Hutschenreuther, Germany
By MAS Italia
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Germany, 1960s. This set features 11 coffee cups and 11 plates. The coffee cups are made in fine and light porcelain, which is decorated with pure gold. They are made by Hut...
Gold
$164Sale Price|30% Off
H 8.25 in W 7.5 in D 9.5 in
Antique Victorian Brass Hot Toddy Footed Goose Neck Tea Coffee Pot Kettle
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Scottish brass Hot Toddy / tea / Coffee kettle with low round body, small goose neck terminating in a bird spout, four round mushroom shaped feet, to...
Brass