Just Andersen Sculptures
Danish, 1884-1943
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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Creator: Just Andersen
Danish Art Deco Aladdin Oil Lamp in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Aladdin Oil Lamp in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s.
Very small oil lamp in the shape of an Aladdin's Lamp. Made in Denmark by Just Andersen with his trademark a...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Diskometal Bird by Just Andersen, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Diskometal Bird made by Just Andersen in the early 1940s.
* Bird in diskometal
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Model: D2295 (stamped 'Just D2295’)
* Condition: Good vintage condition. ...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Pichet en bronze de Just Andersen chasseur et poisson
By Just Andersen
Located in LYON, FR
Rare et précieuse verseuse / Vase en bronze patiné de Just Andersen représentant un chasseur chassant un poisson.
Notre exemplaire présente une patine sublime et un état exceptionn...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Bronze
Just Andersen Rhino Merman Sculpture Paperweight Art Deco, 1920
By Just Andersen
Located in New York, NY
A rare Jus Andersen sculpture or paperweight in patinated bronze called “Disko” of a Merman atop of a rhino head. Signed
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Bronze
"Riding the Currents", Rare Art Deco Sculpture of Merboy and Fish by Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Joyful and full of energy, this rare -- possibly unique -- sculpture by Just Andersen depicts a merboy, complete with fins on each feet, riding a plump fish through the sea, his mout...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Ceramic
$2,560 Sale Price
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Just Andersen Art Deco Diskometal Figurine
Boy on Rhino
, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mythologically perceived small group figurine with faun and rino by Just Andersen, Denmark. Designed and made around 1930. Composed of Just Andersens own alloy called Disko Metal. Th...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$413 Sale Price
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An early figurine by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A 1920s figurine by Just Andersen. It is one of the early-works by Just Andersen and quit rare to find her with the mirror intact. A perfect detail for the modern space.
* A small ...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Just Andersen - Disco Metal, Sculpture of naked women
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Just Andersen sculpture in Disco Metal, naked women. 1930's.
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Bronze
Birds by Just Andersen, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Diskometal Birds made by Just Andersen in the early 1940s.
* Set (2) birds in diskometal
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Model: D2295 (stamped 'Just D2295’)
* Condition: Very go...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$1,781 / set
Just Andersen Sculpture Produced by Just Andersen in Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare carp fish sculpture by Just Andersen. Produced by Just Andersen in Denmark.
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal, Bronze
Calf sculpture designed by Gudrun Lauesen for Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A naturalistic metal sculpture of a standing calf designed by Gudrun Lauesen for Just Andersen in the 1940s. A perfect example of Lauesens extraordinary ability to make naturalistic ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
A trio of small Just Andersen sculptures, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A trio 'Boy Band' in good vintage condition designed by Just Andersen in 1930s.
* A trio (3) of small metal sculptures of a boys with a ball, a...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Just Andersen
Elna Borch Patinated Sculpture of Young Woman, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erotically stylized small sculpture from Just Andersen designed 1930-40 by female sculptor and artist Elna Borch. Its Composed of Just Andersens own al...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$565 Sale Price
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Large Sculpture by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Substantial Discometal Sculpture designed by Just Andersen in 1939. An exquisite center piece in great vintage condition.
* Discometal Bust of a Boy Riding a Fish
* Designer: Just A...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Just Andersen Denmark, 1930s Danish Fano Girl Bronze Bust, Carl Emil Ruge #2111
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen of Denmark bronze bust of a Fano Danish Girl designed by Carl Emil Ruge
A lovely innocent face makes this piece absolutely charming
Superb dark...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Bronze
$809 Sale Price
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Pair of Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Fighting Fish 1920
By Just Andersen
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of Danish Art Deco fish sculptures by the famed maker, Just Andersen. Done in two complimentary designs . Signed.
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
‘Boy with Horn’ Diskometal Bust by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Exquisite 'Boy with Born' Bust in excellent condition designed by Just Andersen in 1939.
* Small diskometal sculpture of a boy with a horn
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Model: D2170 (...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Sandstone girl with flowers by Sigurd Forchhammer for Just Andersen, 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A naturalistic bust in sandstone designed by the Danish sculptor Sigurd Forchhammer for Just Andersen in 1941. "The flower friend" is a rare and fine piece that will spark conversations in any beautiful home.
* A sandstone figurine...
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1940s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Sandstone
Just Andersen Art Deco Whale Pipe Rest in Pewter, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish whale-shaped pipe stand in pewter. Distinct Art Deco styling and beautiful organic curves. Designed and made by Just Andersen in Denmark during the late 1930s. Stamped by J...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Sculptures
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Pewter
$261 Sale Price
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Mythological Diskometal Figurine with Walrus
Faun by Just Andersen, 1930
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Mythological figurine by Just Andersen designed, circa 1930
- Composed of Just Andersen's own alloy called Disko Metal
- The figurine is sig...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$346 Sale Price
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Just Andersen Figurine of Naked Boy Made of Disco Metal, Denmark 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original figurine designed by Danish artist and sculptor Just Andersen (1884-1943) featuring a naked boy sitting on a marble plate.
This particular figurine was first launched in 194...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Marble, Metal
Just Andersen
E. Borch Art Deco Sculpture of Boy with Teddybear, 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
One of the largest sculptures from Just Andersen designed around 1930-40 by female sculptor and artist Elna Borch. Its Composed of Just Andersens own alloy/patina called Disko Metal....
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$660 Sale Price
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Just Andersen Baby Girl Figurine with Pen-Holder, 1930s Art Deco
By Just Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small figurine/vase/pencil-holder from Just Andersen designed around 1930. Its Composed of Just Andersens own alloy/patina called Disko Metal. The figu...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$356 Sale Price
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Just Andersen Figurine of a Young Man with Fish of Disco Metal, Denmark 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original figurine designed by Danish artist and sculptor Just Andersen (1884-1943) featuring a young man with fish.
It's made in Denmark in the 1940s-1950s of Just Andersen´s own cre...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Just Andersen Figurine of Boy by Elna Borch Made of Disco Metal, Denmark 1940s
By Elna Borch, Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original figurine featuring a naked boy sitting, designed by Elna Borch manufactured by Danish artist and sculptor Just Andersen (1884-1943)
It's made in Denmark in the 1940s or 195...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Just Andersen Figurine of Young Shepherd with Lamb of Disco Metal 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original figurine designed by Danish artist and sculptor Just Andersen (1884-1943) featuring a young shepherd feeding a lamb.
It's made in Denmark in the 1940s or 1950s of Just Ander...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
Just Andersen, Art Deco - Sculpture of a women 1930
s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Just Andersen sculpture of a naked women stand along a pillar. Art deco piece in great condition, around 1930's Denmark. Made in Disco metal invented by Just Andersen.
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Bronze
Just Andersen Figurine of Boy on Large Fish Made of Disco Metal, Denmark 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original figurine designed by Danish artist and sculptor Just Andersen (1884-1943) featuring a young boy on a large fish, surrounded by smaller fish and sea weed.
It's made in Denmar...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
1940
s Carl Emil Ruge Disco Metal Figurine by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
1940's Carl Emil Ruge disco metal figurine by Just Andersen A/S
Small Danish buste of a Fanø girl by Carl Emil Borch manufactored in disco metal by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940 - 1...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$712 Sale Price
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1940
s Sitting Faun by Elena Borch made of Disco Metal by Just Andersen A/S
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
1940's Sitting Faun by Elena Borch made of Disco Metal by Just Andersen A/S
The sitting faun is in good vintage condition and marked with Just. Andersens triangle mark.
Just Ander...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Just Andersen Sculptures
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Metal
$756 Sale Price
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Just Andersen sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Just Andersen sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Just Andersen sculptures, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Just Andersen were created in the Art Deco style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Kai Nielsen, and Dahl Jensen. Prices for Just Andersen sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $2,224, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $826.
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