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, Necklace in 18 Carat Gold Adorned with Malachites
By Just Andersen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Just Andersen, Denmark. Necklace in 18 carat gold adorned with nine cone-shaped malachites. 1930s / 40s. Total length: 40 cm. Weight: 29 grams. In excellent condition. Stamped.
Malachite, 18k Gold
Just Andersen, Denmark, Art Deco Cocktail Ring in 14 Carat Gold
By Just Andersen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Just Andersen (1884-1943), Denmark. Art Deco cocktail ring in 14-carat gold adorned with citrine. Original box. 1920/30s. Diameter: 17 mm. US size: 6.5. In excellent condition. Sta...
14k Gold
13.00 Carat Amethyst Art Deco Filigree White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
13.00ct rectangle amethyst Art Deco 1940's filigree 14k white gold cocktail ring. 1 bright medium purple Amethyst, approx. total weight 13.00cts, 17...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
18 Carat Gold Diamond Art Deco Style Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Art Deco inspired ring features a cluster of diamonds, five emerald cuts weighing approximately 1.10ct combined and a further 10 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
3.1 Carat Oval Cut Emerald Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent lo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$2,064Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style 2.34Carat Emerald Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Inspired ring features a vibrant emerald cut emerald at the center, and blue sapphire weighing 2.34 carats, in a secure bezel setting. Surrounding the emerald is a halo...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Art Deco Style Dinner Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Opal Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K yellow gold is a striking expression of love and power. The play-of-color opal at its center symbolizes passion and emotional depth, with...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous pale citrine is cut in a way that has a glitter ball feel and reflects the light beautiful. The ring has an open work gallery and decorative...
Citrine, Gold
Multistrand Silver Handmade Necklace Adorned with Butterfly Decorated NanoMosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Silver
Art Deco 13 Carat Black Opal Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Black Opal Antique Art Deco ring with a gorgeous 13.5 Carat Black Opal with radiant fire set in a 14 Karat Gold setting of great beauty. The spectacular oval o...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Iconic LANVIN 'YOU' Necklace in Gilded Metal with 18 Carat Gold
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic! Lanvin 'YOU' necklace in gilded metal with 18 carat gold. The chain is made of copper. Dimensions of the Y : 14 cm in width - height : 10 cm It will be delivered in a Valoi...
Gold Plate, Copper
4 Carat Opal Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Art Deco Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is one of the most beautiful Antique Victorian to Art Deco 4 Carat Opal and Old Mine Cut Diamond Halo Rings we have seen. The ring...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,615Sale Price|20% Off
D 0.24 in L 18.12 in
Chain Necklace Turquoises Malachites Diopsides Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
The timeless splendor of our magnificent necklace in 18-carat yellow gold. This exceptional jewel is adorned with a harmonious assortment of natural stones, including 17 hauntingly n...
Malachite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,244Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Emerald & Baguette Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement with this stunning 14k yellow gold cocktail ring, featuring a vivid 2.42 carat emerald-cut emerald at its center. Surrounded by a dazzling halo of 0.66 carats o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Just Andersen Denmark Sterling Silver Modernist Boomerang Pin #777
By Just Andersen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver boomerang style pin #777 by Just Andersen of Copenhagen, Denmark. This beautiful asymmetrical modernist piece was designed by Just Andersen, a Danish designer of the...
Sterling Silver
Just Andersen Bracelet of Sterling Silver 1950s
By Just Andersen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Just Andersen b. Godhavn, Greenland 1884, d. Glostrup 1943. Bracelet of Sterling Silver, 1950s. Design 637. Diameter inside: 67 mm. Dimensions can be changed. Stamped. In perfect con...
Just Andersen Rare Pendant Necklace of Sterling Silver 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Just Andersen b. Godhavn, Greenland 1884, d. Copenhagen 1943. Rare pendant necklace of Sterling Silver 1940s. Danish design. Diameter 13 cm. Marked. Model number 952. In perfect cond...
Just Andersen 1940s 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Just Andersen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Just Andersen b. Qeqertarsuaq, Greenland 1884, d. Glostrup 1943. Necklace in 18k. gold. 1940 s. Amazing design. Length 38.5 cm. Weight 25 grams. Marked. In perfect condition
Just Andersen Sterling Silver Danish Modern Cufflinks
By Just Andersen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Highly polished concave sterling silver cufflinks created by Just Andersen of Denmark. Cufflinks measure 1" long by 1/2" wide and are signed Just A., Danmark, Sterling. In excellen...
Sterling Silver
1960s Just Andersen Pearl Gold Ring
By Just Andersen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A 14k gold and pearl modernist ring designed by Just Andersen of Denmark. Ring is a finger size 6 1/2 and is signed JA, Denmark, 585. In excellent vintage condition.
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold