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Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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
Square Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A little square Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An elegant piece for a beautiful place. * A square pewter vase with curvy edges * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufact...
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1920s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

A pair of Just Andersen planters model 164
By Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of Just Andersen (1884-1943) patinated disco metal planter, model 164, Denmark, 1926-29. Minor scratches, very good vintage condition. Stamped with JA model number.
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Trio of Just Andersen pewter vases by designed by Arne Erkers, 1950s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A trio miniature pewter vases designed Arne Erkers for Just Andersen in the 1950s. A timeless little collection. * A trio of round pewter vases * Designer: Arne Erkers * Manufactu...
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1950s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Just Andersen (1884–1943)Sandstone vase with dancing figures, Denmark, c. 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Valby, 84
rare and sculptural sand-cast vase by Just Andersen, decorated in relief with dancing men and women after an antique motif. Executed in warm, fine-grained sandstone with a softly pat...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Sandstone

Goblets by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pewter Vases designed by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen in the early 1950s. * Set (2) of cannelated pewter vases * Designer: Ellen Schlanbusch * Manufacturer: Just Ande...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Bottle-Shaped Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Bottle-Shaped Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Bottle-Shaped pewter vase with vertical lines * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 2726 * Year: 1952 * Condition: ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Pewter

Art deco bird-shaped vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Eye-catching Bird-shaped Diskometal vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Bird-shaped metal vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1898 * Year: 1930s * Condition: Very go...
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1930s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Just Andersen Art Deco Pewter Vase with Fluted Base, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking Art Deco pewter vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. This piece features a tall, trumpet-shaped body that elegantly flares at the top and tapers towards the fluted...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Diskometal Flowerpot by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Diskometal Planter made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Oval diskometal flowerpot * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: D71 * Year: 1926-1929 * Conditi...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Pewter Vessel Trio by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of three pewter vessels made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. A fine trio for a beautiful home. * Set (3) pewter vases / mugs * Style: 2569 and 2570 (x2) * Manufacturer: Just An...
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1950s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Amphora-Style Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Amphora-style Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Amphora-style of pewter vase with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1801 * Year: 1926-1929 * Condi...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Pewter Vase by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Large drop-shaped pewter vase * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 2617 * Year: 1952 * Condition: Good condition. Makers...
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1950s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Pewter

A pair of bronze vases by Just Andersen.
By Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of patinated bronze vases designed by Just Andersen, Denmark, circa 1930th. Stamped and numbered.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Art Deco Pewter Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Hammered Pewter Vases designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An exquisite duo. * Set of round hammered pewter vases on three round feet * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 49...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Collection of Pewter Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Collection of Six Pewter Vases made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Set (6) of round pewter vases with slim necks * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style:...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

1920 Just Andersen Art Deco Danish Design Pewter Vase _ Set of 2
By Just Andersen
Located in Brescia, IT
Couple of Art Deco Vases Just Andersen Denmark, 1920s Pewter Great Manufacture "Just" Mark stamped under the base
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Art Deco Vase 159 in Disco Metal by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Balen, BE
Art Deco Vase No. 159 in Disco Metal by Just Andersen – Denmark, 1930s Featuring “Adam and Eve” Relief Motif This rare Art Deco vase, model no. 159, was designed by Just Andersen in...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Set of Light-Bronze Cups by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Elegant Light-Bronze Containers designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine duo for a beautiful place. * Set (2) of small light-bronze vases / cups * Designer: Just Anders...
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1920s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Pewter Vase Trio designed by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Bottle-shaped Pewter Vases designed by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen in the late 1940s. An elegant trio for a beautiful table. * Set (3) of small square bottle-shaped pewter va...
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1950s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. A fine piece for a beautiful place. * Diskometal vase shaped as a pitcher with lug * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: ...
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1930s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

1930 Just Andersen Art Deco Pewter Pair of Vases
By Just Andersen
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Vases Art Deco Just Andersen Dennmark, 1930 Pewter vase "Just" mark engraved under the bottom two-handle vase: h 18 x 13 x 13 cm vase: h 24 x w 12 x d 8 cm
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Pewter Hand Mirror and Brush by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Hand Mirror and Brush in Pewter made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A rare set of collectibles for a beautiful place. * Hand mirror and brush in Bronze * Designer: Just Ander...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Curvy vase designed by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A curvy vase by designed by Just Andersen in 1938. It is very vare rare and absolutely exquisite. A substantial center piece for any beautiful space. * A curvy metal vase (heavy co...
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1930s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

A pair of bronze vases by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of patinated bronze vases by Just Andersen. Stamped and numbered.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Art Deco Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Diskometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1940s. A fine piece in great vintage condition. * Round disko metal vase with ornaments illustrating the Danish historical day when...
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1940s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Set of Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Art Deco Goblets made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine duo for a beautiful place. * Set (2) of round metal goblets / vases with flower ornaments * Designer: Just Ander...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Light-Bronze Cups by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of small Light-Bronze cups designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. An elegant duo in great vintage condition. * Set of round cups / vases in light-bronze alloy (original cigare...
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1930s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

A bronze vase by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A patinated bronze vase by Just Andersen, Denmark, circa 1920th. Stamped and numbered.
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Early Diskometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Early Diskometal Vase made by Just Andersen in 1920s. Eye-catching piece for a beautiful spot. * A bottle-shaped metal vase with vertical lines on the round base. * Designer: Just A...
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1920s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Set of Large Art Deco Jardinières by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Large Jardinières / Pedestal Bowls designed by Just Andersen in the the 1920s. An exquisite and rare duo. * Set (2) of large discometal Jardinières on perforated foot with fl...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Set of Light-Bronze Cups by Just Andersen Bronze, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Elegant Light-Bronze Containers designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine duo for a beautiful place. * Set (2) of small bronze vases / cups * Designer: Just Andersen * M...
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1920s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Just Andersen Vase in Patinated Bronze
By Just Andersen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare vase by Just Andersen, patinated bronze with conical body and tapered neck engraved with stylized foliage. Design no. B73. Stamped with monogram and design no. Denmark, 1930s. Ib Just Andersen (1884-1943) Danish sculptor and silversmith, started his own workshop in 1918. He is best known for his Scandinavian neoclassical...
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Mid-19th Century European Art Deco Antique Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Set of scalloped art deco vases by Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A set of scalloped metal vases designed by Just Andersen in the 1940s. A rare, exquisite duo. * A set (2) of round scalloped metal vases * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D1873 *...
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1940s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Just Andersen Pair of Art Deco Scalloped Edge Disko Metal Bowls or Jardinières
By Just Andersen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of art deco bowls / jardinières designed by Just Andersen. Made in Disko metal, a metal specifically invented by Just Andersen by combining lead and antimony, with a dark patin...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Metal vase designed by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A disco metal vase with snakeskin pattern designed Ellen Schlanbush, who became artistic director for Just Andersen in 1943. An elegant vase for beautifu...
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1940s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Small Hexagonal Art Deco Vase by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s.
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A small but beautiful art deco vase designed by Just Andersen in 1930s and produced by his own company in Denmark. Made from Disko metal (an alloy of different metals invented by Jus...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Danish Grace vase in Disko Metal, by Just Andersen, 1920/30s / Art Deco
By Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare, decorative vase in disko metal by Just Andersen, Danish Grace / Art Deco 1920/30s. With two handles and hallmark: JUST in triangle, Denmark and model D18. About the artist...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Set of Just Andersen dual-pipe art deco vases, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A set of dual-pipe disco metal vases designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. The exquisite duo is part of Andersens' early work in and rare good vintage condition. Timeless pieces for any beautiful space. * A pair of metal vases...
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1920s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Set of art deco vases by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A rare set of metal vases designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. These early-work pieces by Just Andersen are in very good vintage condition and a true testament to the Danish design heritage and craftmanship. * A pair of metal vases...
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1920s Danish Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Just Andersen disco metal planter, model 164
By Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Just Andersen (1884-1943) patinated disco metal planter, model 164, Denmark, 1926-29. Minor scratches, very good vintage condition. Stamped with JA model number.
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Just Andersen Pewter Vase and Candle Holder, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Göteborg, SE
Elegant and sculptural, this pewter vase and candle holder by Danish designer Just Andersen dates to the 1930s and reflects the refined aesthetic of Scandinavian Art Deco. The flute...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Just Andersen Danish Art Deco Pewter Set 1920 Jar Dish Bottle Opener
By Just Andersen
Located in New York, NY
A great set of 3 decorative pewter pieces by Danish maker, Just Andersen. One is a jar canister, can be used in a bathroom to hold cotton or q tips. The lid is d...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Swedish GAB Bronze Vase with Cherub Relief - 1930 s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exquisite and rare bronze vase by renowned Swedish maker GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget), dating to the 1930s. This piece exemplifies the refined Scandinavian craftsmanship of the ear...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Art Deco vase model D88, disco metal by Just Andersen, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Balen, BE
Art Deco Vase Model D88 in Disco Metal by Just Andersen – Denmark, 1930s This elegant Art Deco vase, model D88, was designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s and crafted in his signatu...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Set of 3 Art Deco Vases by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 3 beautiful art deco vases designed by Just Andersen in 1930s and produced by his own company in Denmark. Made from Disko metal (an alloy of different metals invented by Jus...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

1940s Danish Just Andersen Pewter Vase
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Just Andersen pewter vases produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940´s - 1950´s The vaseis in very good vintage condition and all marked...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Pewter

Scandinavian Modern Vase in Pewter, by Just Andersen, Denmark, ca 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in Örebro, SE
A small pewter vase by Just Andersen, Denmark. Signed with makers mark. Good vintage condition, wear consistent with age and use. Patina, marks and scratches.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Large Just Andersen Jardinière Model 164, Denmark, 1920s
By Just Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Just Andersen - Scandinavian Art Deco A beautiful large jardinière / flower pot, early model, Dessin 164 in discometal, by Just Andersen. Disko metal is an alloy of different metals...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Pair of Fish-shaped Diskometal Vases by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Pair Fish-Shaped Art Deco Diskometalvases designed by Just Andersen in the early 1930s. A lovely set for a beautiful home. * A set (2) of fish-shaped metal vases * Designer: Just An...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

1930s Set of Four Danish Just Andersen Art Deco Pewter Vases
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four Danish Just Andersen art deco pewter vases produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1930´s. The vases with their simple yet demanding organic shapes are in very good vintage...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Pewter

Cast Pewter Bowl/Vide Poche by Just Andersen, Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1930
By Just Andersen, Ystad-Metall
Located in New York, NY
Cast pewter bowl/catch-all/vide poche by Just Andersen for Ystad Metall, created in the South East of Sweden. - Materials: Pewter Dimensions: H " x DIA ” *Ships from Bushwick, Br...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Vase in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, Made in Denmark, 1940s
By Just Andersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Vase in disco metal model 164 by Ib Just Andersen. Mad in Denmark Denmark, 1940s. Great original condition.
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Art Deco Pewter Sculpture and Stem Vase / Flower Frog by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1930s, Denmark. This Art Deco pewter piece, model 841, features a detailed cherub holding blackberries. Designed and stamped by Just Andersen, it carries the maker’s mark on the unde...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Small Baby Figurine Pen Holder by Just Andersen
By Just Andersen
Located in London, London
Small Baby figurine holding a vase By Just Andersen Vase acts as a pen holder Made from disco metal Stamped underneath Denmark 1930s.
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Just Andersen vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Just Andersen vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vases and vessels by Just Andersen were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider vases and vessels by Harald Nielsen, Josef Ekberg, and Simon Gate. Prices for Just Andersen vases and vessels can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $166 and can go as high as $4,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $870.

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