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
$5,688 / 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
Pewter Candlestick Holders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Candlestick Holders made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An elegant set for a beautiful table. * Pair of Pewter Candlestick Holders fit for two candles * Designer: Ju...
Pewter
Ipsens Enke, Denmark. Art pottery bowl with three seals. 1920s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsens Enke Art pottery bowl with seals, model 143. Decorative bowl featuring three seals – two reclining and one seated on the rim. Glazed in shades of green and brown with a natura...
Ceramic
$842 / 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
Early Just Andersen Candlesticks, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant pair of tall Diskometal Candlesticks designed by Just Andersen in the late 1920s. * Pair of two (2) tall Diskometal candlestick holders with square feet * Designer: Just And...
Metal
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
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
Candlesticks made 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. Part of Andersen's earlier work. An exquisite set for a beautiful place. * Set of diskometal candl...
Metal
$1,366 / 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
Set of 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. Exquisite early work by Andersen. * Set of diskometal candlestick holders * Designer: Just Anders...
Metal
Set of Pewter Candlesticks by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Round Pewter Candlestick designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Set (2) of round pewter candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: ...
Metal
Ipsens Enke, Denmark. Ceramic dish with two penguins. 1920s/30s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsens Enke Decorative dish, 1920s/30s. Figurative glazed ceramic dish featuring two penguins standing beside a basin-shaped bowl in naturalistic green and orange tones — characteris...
Ceramic
Diskometal Candle Holders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Nouveau Disko metal candle holders designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Pair of Disko metal candlestick holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Anders...
Metal
$340
H 2.37 in Dm 11.82 in L 2.37 in
Ipsens Enke, Denmark. Ceramic dish with grape motif, ca. 1920s/30s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsens Enke Decorative wall dish with grape motif, ca. 1920s/30s. Round glazed ceramic plate featuring a naturalistically modelled relief of grapes and foliage in rich green and viol...
Ceramic