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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Bronze Candleholders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Substantial Bronze Candleholders made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A rare set for an exquisite home. * Pair (2) of Bronze Candlestick Holders * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Styl...
Bronze
Art Deco Diskometal Candlestick Holders by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Geometric Diskometal Candlestick Holders designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Pair (2) of diskometal candlestick holders on a cannellated square foot * Designer: Just Andersen...
Metal
Early-Work Just Andersen Candlesticks, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Early-work Candle Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pair (2) of diskometal candlestick holders on square foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Ande...
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
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 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
Bronze Danish Just Andersen Pair of Art Deco High Candle Sticks 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
High Danish Art Deco candle sticks model no. B 155 designed by artist Just Andersen (1884-1943) in the 1930s. They are made of solid bronze with deep brown patina by Just Andersen´s ...
Bronze
Art Deco Candle Sticks by Just Andersen in Patinated Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Odense, DK
A refined set of Art Deco candlesticks by Just Andersen, Denmark, dating to the 1930s. Executed in Andersen’s signature patinated Disko metal, the pair exemplifies the sculptor-desig...
Metal
Pair of Danish Art Deco Candlesticks by Just Andersen, Disko Metal, 1930's
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined pair of Danish Art Deco candlesticks by Just Andersen, crafted in his signature Disko metal, Denmark, 1930s. Model D.54, the design features a strong architectural form wit...
Bronze
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
Bronze candlesticks model 55 by GAB 1930s, Art deco/Swedish grace
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Candlesticks model 55 produced by Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, GAB. Made in Stockholm Sweden during the 1930s. Solid bronze with patination in shifting deep green tones. Signed with makers...
Bronze
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
