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.
Find antique Just Andersen decorative objects, lighting and ceramics on 1stDibs.
Colorful Art Nouveau Table Lamp in Terracotta by L. Hjorth, Bornholm, 1930s
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
A finely hand-decorated terracotta table lamp from the esteemed L. Hjorth ceramic studio on the island of Bornholm, Denmark. Dating from the early 20th century, this piece exemplifie...
Ceramic, Terracotta
Swedish Modern, Decorative Turned Wood Table Lamp in Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine sculptural vintage table lamp in solid pine. Made by a Swedish cabinetmaker in 1960s. It will complement many interior styles. A Modern, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco h...
Pine
Mid-Century Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp by Tue Poulsen, Denmark, 1970s
By Tue Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
A beautifully rustic Danish table lamp by ceramist Tue Poulsen, handcrafted in his own studio during the 1970s. The piece is distinguished by his signature “Tue stripes”, giving the ...
Ceramic
Danish Modern, Decorative Stoneware Table Lamp, Hanne Stentøj, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Charming Danish Modern table lamp crafted in stoneware by Hanne Stentøj, Denmark. The lamp features a well-balanced, bottle-shaped form with a softly rounded shoulder and a slightly ...
Stoneware
Danish Art Nouveau, Wrought Iron Table Lamp, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural Danish Art Nouveau table lamp crafted in wrought iron, featuring elegant scrollwork and hand-forged detailing. The lamp is composed of a curved, flowing structure with...
Wrought Iron
Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp, Tue Poulsen, Mid-Century Modern, Denmark, 1970s
By Tue Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
A beautifully rustic Danish table lamp by ceramist Tue Poulsen, handcrafted in his own studio during the 1970s. The piece is distinguished by his signature “Tue stripes”, giving the ...
Ceramic
Model "6893" Table Lamp by Harald Notini, Sweden 1920s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Utrecht, NL
This model “6893” table lamp was made by Swedish designer and sculptor, Harald Notini. He was the artistic leader at Böhlmarks and is represented at the “Nationalmuseum” in Stockholm...
Brass
Early Table Lamp by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Early-Work Diskometal Table Lamp made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Diskometal table lamp with tripod base, slim neck and white shades. * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: D01 * Y...
Metal
Just Andersen Table Lamp, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A table lamp by Just Andersen in great vintage condition. It is part of Just Andersens early work and true testament to his contribution to the Danish art deco movement in the 1920s....
Metal
Vintage 1920s Danish Table Lamp in the Style of Just Andersen Diskometal design
By Just Andersen
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A rare Danish table lamp in the style of Just Andersen’s Diskometal designs, this 1920s piece captures the refined beauty and functionality characteristic of Nordic and Scandinavian ...
Iron
Swedish Table Lamp from Böhlmarks, 1930s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant table lamp, crafted by Böhlmarks in the 1930s. The design features a sleek, tapered stem anchored by a spherical brass detail and a solid, circular base. The lamp is complemented by a newly custom-made pleated lampshade, created from vintage chintz fabric...
Brass
Just Andersen, Table Lamp, Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in High Point, NC
A disko metal table lamp designed and produced by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.25 “ H x 5.5” W x 6“ D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9 “ Top Diam...
Metal
