Over a century after his death, Thorvald Bindesbøll is remembered for his wonderfully artistic ceramic designs, smithed creations and imaginative lighting fixtures. The Danish architect, designer and artist brought a creative eye and meticulous hand to everything he made.
Born in Copenhagen, Bindesbøll’s early education was unconventional. His father, the famed architect Michael Gottlieb Bindesbøll, taught him at home. Growing up around his father’s students and colleagues, he was challenged to match them in intellect and artistic acuity.
In 1876, Bindesbøll graduated with an architecture degree from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Instead of just focusing on architecture, Bindesboll developed a love of art, with a special emphasis on ceramics.
He worked for a time at Frauens Levarefabrik and then for Johan Wallmann from 1883 to 1890. Throughout the remainder of the 19th century, Bindesbøll collaborated with craftspeople from diverse disciplines, including ceramicists, silversmiths and goldsmiths.
Bindesbøll spent a great deal of time designing silver works. The success of these designs led to factories producing inferior copies.
Bindesbøll died in 1908, leaving behind numerous design sketches and an eclectic body of work that continues to be prized by collectors today.
On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage Thorvald Bindesboll decorative objects, lighting, serveware and more.
1920s Danish Thorvald Bindesboell Candlesticks by P. Ipsens Enke
By P. Ipsens Enke, Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Hand-crafted Danish Art Nouveau candlesticks by Thorvald Bindesboell for P. Ipsens Enke designed in 1927 Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846-1908) is was Denmark's leading ornament...
Ceramic
Early Diskometal Candlesticks by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Deco Diskometal Candlestick Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Set of round diskometal candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Ande...
Metal
Set of Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Deco Pewter Candlestick designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Set (2) of Pewter candlestick holders on curvy foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen...
Metal
$5,888 / 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
Set of Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Deco Pewter Candlestick designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Set (2) of pewter candlestick holders on hexagon foot. * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Ander...
Metal
$1,037
H 1.58 in W 53.15 in D 6.7 in
Candlesticks 'Margareta' Designed by Lars Holmström Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautiful and sophisticated modular brass candlestick was designed by Lars Halmström and produced by Arvika, Sweden, in the 1950s. Despite its mid century origin, the design fee...
Brass
Set of Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Pewter Candle Holders designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine set for a beautiful place. * Pair (2) of square pewter candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufact...
Pewter
Blue stoneware vase by Axel Sorensen for P. Ipsens Enke, 1940s, Denmark
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Værløse, DK
A blue stoneware vase with vertical lines designed by Axel Sørensen for P. Ipsens Enke in 1941. Simple, yet exquisite. * A blue stoneware vase with vertical lines and small handle...
Ceramic
$1,414 / set
H 5.91 in Dm 4.34 in
Pair of danish art deco metal candlesticks by sculptor Just Andersen. 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in København K, 84
These rare and elegantly shaped 1920s Art Deco candlesticks are the work of renowned Danish sculptor and metalworker Just Andersen. Known for his innovative use of materials, Anderse...
Pewter
Pewter Candlestick Holders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Pewter Candlestick Holders made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An elegant set for a beautiful table. * Set (2) of Pewter Candlestick Holders fit for two candles * Manufacturer: Ju...
Pewter
Pewter Candelabrum by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Wide Pewter Candelabrum designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pewter candlestick holder with five candles * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 1246 * Ye...
Pewter
Danish Art Deco Disko Metal Candlestick by Just Andersen, 1920s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Disko Metal Candlestick by Just Andersen, 1920s. Early Diskometal Art Deco candle holder. Made in Denmark by Just Andersen with his trademark alloy Diskometal. Sta...
Metal
Two Art Nouveau Spiral Candlesticks, Germany 1920s
Located in Roma, IT
Two spiral candlesticks is an original decorative pair of objects realized in the 1920s. Original silver plated metal. The pair includes: one si...
Metal, Silver Plate