Danish jewelry designer and silversmith Arne Johansen (1927 – 2004) studied jewellery making with goldsmith Henry Andersen for three years. During his training, he demonstrated excellent craftsmanship and design talent. As a result, upon completing his studies in January 1951, he received the silver medal for his diploma work from the Danish Craftsmen’s Association.

He began his career as a jeweller at the renowned Danish company A. Dragsted. Founded in Bredgade (Copenhagen) in 1854, the company was known as the court jeweller and court goldsmith.

After opening his own business in 1957, Arne Johansen began creating elegant modernist pieces from gold, silver, abalone and natural stones. With his high quality craftsmanship and use of natural materials, the talented jeweller Johansen became a leader in Danish modernist jewellery.

In addition, Arne Johansen became a major exporter of Danish designer goods. The list of countries where Johansen supplied his jewelry included the United States, Germany, France, England, Australia, Brazil, and Japan.

Arne Johansen Modernist Jewelry

Gradually, his entire family became involved in the production of jewellery. With Arne’s retirement in 1993, the family jewellery business ceased to exist. Today, his jewelry has a high collector’s value, the price of which will only increase with each passing year.