A small jug by Just Andersen of Denmark - possibly for milk as part of a larger set - under the model number 2483 produced in the 1950's.
The structure of both the pewter body and finely wrapped cane handle are in excellent condition, both bearing an entirely authentic and charming patina. The lip of the jug has been designed in such a way to reinforce what is a relatively malleable material, with the appearance of a very neatly folded and pressed rim which is simply marginally thicker than the rest of the body.
A designer that needs little introduction in the world of early Danish modernist pewter, Just Andersen has become one of the most recognised and collected makers of Scandinavian pewter of the 20th century. An early career designing for the legendary Georg Jensen led to him founding Just Anderson Pewter in 1918 and the innovations that followed. Andersen not only produced designs in bronze and pewter, but when financial adaptation was required he invented 'Disko Metal', an alloy of lead and antimony to mimic real bronze from his foundry.
