Jens Risom Furniture
Danish, American, 1916-2016
The Danish-born Jens Risom brought the Scandinavian modern design sensibility to a wide audience in the United States. As the first designer for Knoll Inc., Risom introduced American buyers to the region’s enduring design values of simplicity, grace and craftsmanship.
Risom trained in furniture making at the Copenhagen School of Industrial Arts and Design under Ole Wanscher, alongside classmates Hans Wegner and Børge Mogensen. In 1939, a year after graduating from business school, Risom decided to move to the U.S.
While working for an interior designer in New York in 1941, he met Hans Knoll, and the businessman and the designer hit it off. They brought out their first line the next year, despite wartime materials restrictions. The signature piece — now a design icon — was a lounge chair with a striking, undulant birch frame and a seat made of webbed sub-military grade parachute straps. Risom was drafted into the army, and served as a translator under General George Patton. When he returned from the war, Risom clashed over furniture design ideals with his business partner’s new bride, Florence Knoll, the pioneering mid-century modernist who was schooled in the Bauhaus method, which favored furniture with strict, geometric metal frames. Risom then started his own company, Jens Risom Design.
In the course of his long career, Risom developed a stylistic vocabulary that was a reflection of the life of the man himself: his furniture has Danish warmth coupled with an American air of crisp efficiency. Vintage Risom chairs are almost instantly recognizable — the arms and seat backs are set at a distinctive angle that seems to invite people to sit back and relax, yet they know they can hop up in an instant, ready to go.
As you will see on these pages, Jens Risom is one of the great men of American modern design who made furniture that is unique and timeless.
Find a collection of vintage Jens Risom furniture on 1stDibs that includes lounge chairs, desks, coffee tables and more.
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Creator: Jens Risom
Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Credenza Circa 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Peabody, MA
A mid century walnut media cabinet, credenza or dresser by the Danish American designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s. Top three drawers each contain a removalble divider. Bottom three dee...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Jens Risom Model 652-W lounge chair for KnollStudio, originally designed in 1941 and still celebrated as one of the icons of mid-century modern design. This timeless piece fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll (Two Available)
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Knoll Jens Risom chairs.
Simple classic and honest design made this side or dining chair so popular that its still in production today. Made from solid walnut wood and natural cotto...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Walnut
Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Jens Risom, this lounge chair was made exclusively for the model year 1953. It features a frame of solid carved walnut and is upholstered in a light floral fabric. Then d...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Midcentury Jens Risom Design Walnut Floating Top Coffee Table Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Jens Risom design 6’ long walnut floating coffee table bench. Beautiful design and shape. Has floating top design coffee table top. Labeled Jens Risom Design. Great refin...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$1,975 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of Handsome Jens Risom Leather and Walnut Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a very handsome pair of chairs in solid walnut and leather designed by Jens Risom and made by Marble. Each chair retains a Marble label. The pair is in good condition--the ch...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$3,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Dresser
By Jens Risom
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Walnut dresser with 8 drawers designed by Jens Risom.
Four narrow drawers on left, flanked by wider drawers on right.
Top drawer includes brass push button latch and hinges, allows...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Brass
$3,760 Sale Price
44% Off
Large Rosewood Executive Desk, Jens Risom, Y Pulls, 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in Culver City, CA
This desk doesn’t whisper mid-century sophistication; it growls it through a cloud of cigar smoke and a well-poured glass of whisky. Designed by Jens Risom, this executive desk in ri...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Steel
Early production Jens Risom Magazine Table , Classic Modernist Design
By Jens Risom
Located in Buffalo, NY
Original (OLD) model T.539 side table with magazine rack, designed by Jens Risom in 1949. Fantastic angular profile is sleek and modern, echoed in the wedge-shaped top. Functionality...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Danish Jens Risom Set 4 Teak Dining Chairs 1960 Reupholstered
By Jens Risom
Located in Portland, OR
A very stylish set of four Jens Risom (1916-2016) Danish Mid Century Modern teal dining chairs, circa 1960.
The chairs have just been professionally reupholstered in a very high quality black & cream checkerboard fabric. The floating backs above a slightly curved seat, the square legs with a ribbed edge moulding and a single stretcher bar to the back.
The chairs are very comfortable and provide great lumbar support for one's back, condition is very good, the chairs are sturdy and robust, the teak has been polished in Bloomsbury's workshops and the upholstery is fresh, this very stylish set of four Danish MCM...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
An exceptional midcentury walnut file cabinet/credenza by iconic designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s, manufactured in the USA. This absolutely stunning piece features gorgeous walnut wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Rare Jens Risom Sideboard / Dresser
By Jens Risom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Model S-240 bachelor's chests in blonde cerused oak by Jens Risom, likely produced in his NYC workshop c. 1949. This pairwood finishing technique that creates a two-toned look, where...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Oak
Jens Risom Sofa in Fresh Vanilla Boucle
By Jens Risom
Located in San Diego, CA
Elevate your space with this rare Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa, a mid-century icon celebrated for its graceful curves and impeccable craftsmanship.
This piece showcases bea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage Jens Risom Six Foot (6ft) Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An uncommon six (6) foot long floating bench. Features a walnut frame base with a slightly curved cushion. A classic and timeless design that could blend into a variety of different ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Jens Risom lounge chairs in brown webbing for Knoll. The seat is removable and adjustable from lounge to occasional chairs.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Jens Risom, Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut coffee table with rotating top, model 4010 designed by Jens Risom, USA, 1960s.
Dimensions: 16” H x 42” Diameter
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Jens Risom Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of Jens Risom Chairs
Walnut side chairs
re-upholstered
Category
1950s American Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
$2,650 / set
Newly upholstered Kvadrat Jens Risom settee or two seater USA - 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Berlin, DE
Newly upholstered Kvadrat Jens Risom settee or two seater. Oak frame
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric
By Jens Risom
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs, designed by Jens Risom, circa 1960s. They have recently been reupholstered in an ivory color boucle fabric and the walnut bases have be...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic slipper or armless chairs by Jens Risom-original, vintage 1950's production. Walnut frames have a beautiful patina, newly reupholstered in Brunschwig & Fils linen, ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning pair of authentic mid century lounge chairs by Jens Risom. This pair of chairs is absolutely breathtaking, the gorgeous olive green mohair contrasts the beautiful walnut sle...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A-Line Lounge Chairs, designed by Jens Risom in the 1950s. These iconic chairs feature a sculptural walnut base, fully restored to its original splendor, and are reupholstered in Oce...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$15,000 / set
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables with Slate Tops by Jens Risom C1955
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of mid century modern end tables with walnut bases and black slate tops. Designed by Jens Risom. Bases appear to create a floating design that effortlessly support the...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Slate
$2,280 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 8 vintage Jens Risom dining chairs. This beautiful set of Danish dining chairs are constructed with a lovely teak wood, the lovely grain and coloration perfectly compliment ...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak, Leather
1960's Jens Risom Walnut Desk chair
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
1960's mid-century modern walnut desk or side armchair designed by Jens Risom, fully restored and re-upholstered in in boucle fabric, with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Jens Risom Side Tables - Midcentury Modern - Pair Walnut Formica Floating Top
By Jens Risom, Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Decatur, GA
Pair of mid century modern side or end tables by Jens Risom for his company, Jens Risom Design. Classic floating silouhette. Frames are a medium tone solid American walnut. Tops are ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Formica, Walnut
$1,072 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Faintly Striped Red Upholstered Sofa
By Jens Risom
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century sofa with angled arms, curved back, and faintly striped red and orange upholstery with button tufted detail, resting on a walnut base with four tapered square legs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic mid-century coffee table by Danish-born designer Jens Risom.
Composed of solid walnut wood, 32" W x 32" D x 20" H
Perfect for home or office!
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid-century Walnut Executive Desk by Jens Risom for Jen Risom Designs c.1950
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original Jens Risom large executive desk constructed from solid Walnut and built for design and durability. The right side of the desk has three drawers and a pull-out tray...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Brass
$4,556 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Three-Seat Jens Risom Sofa for Risom Design Inc multicolored fabric with stripes
By Jens Risom
Located in Berlin, DE
This Jens Risom sofa for Risom Design Inc. is in good condition. The solid walnut frame has been oiled and is in vintage condition with normal wear with age (slight imperfections). T...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Knoll Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
The Risom Ottoman is inspired by Risom's original collection and designed be a stand-alone stool or to pair with the Risom lounge chair. Described as goo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Teak
Jens Risom 1970s Paldao Wood Modernist File Cabinet
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern paldao wood file cabinet designed by Jens Risom, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Designed by Danish-born Jens Risom, this vintage chair is beautiful perfection. The comfortably contoured faux leather seat floats in an exquisite, oiled walnut frame. The original ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
$2,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century walnut executive desk
This desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Metal
Architectural Mid Century Jens Risom Bench with Walnut Legs and Leather Top
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
This is the hard to find longest size, it has the original leather top (minor wear and missing two tufting buttons). Tapered wood legs support "floating" curved top. Mid-Century Mode...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather
$4,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Jens Risom Set of 12 Upholstered Oak Dining Side Chairs, USA 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
A set of twelve side chairs in oak and upholstery by Jens Risom.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table
By Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table; model 4010 designed 1961 revolving top with locking mechanism, solid walnut tapered legs.
42" Diameter
16" Height
C...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Slate Top Coffee Table by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jens Risom, this classic Midcentury coffee table consists of a black slate top and a walnut stretcher base. The design exemplifies Risom's Scandinavian Modern sensibility...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Slate
20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design
By Jens Risom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century Modern American two seater sofa or settee with four pillows, designed and produced by Jens Risom Design, Model U-151, in good condition. The seat, back rest of the divano is slightly inclinated with a button-tufted back and two straight arms, supported by a hand crafted Walnut frame, standing of four small curved wooden feet. Newly upholstered in an orange velvet. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1955, New York, United States.
Seat: 18.5" H x 44.5" W x 19.5" D
Pillows: 20" H x 20" W x 7" D
Jens Risom was a Danish, American furniture designer born in 1916, in Copenhagen, Denmark and passed away in 2016, in New Canaan, United States. He finished his apprenticeship as a designer at the Copenhagen School...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
$10,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Jens Risom Design Pair of Oiled Walnut & Leather Upholstered Armchairs, c.1965
By Jens Risom
Located in Miami, FL
Offered for sale is an original pair of Jen Risom Design oiled walnut and leather upholstered armchairs. The chairs have upholstered oval backs on a sculptural walnut base, c.1965. A re-edition of the chair is currently being retailed at John Roselli for $3600 per chair. This pair is in good original condition and has the Jens Risom label...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$3,000 Sale Price / set
21% Off
Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs, Inc. Beautifully restored with refinished walnut base and upholstered in
Holly Hunt fabric.
Category
1950s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Jens Risom Maple Magazine Table
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original model T.539 side table with magazine rack, designed by Jens Risom in 1949. Fantastic angular profile is sleek and modern, echoed in the wedge-shaped top. Functionality added...
Category
20th Century American Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Maple
Jens Risom Custom Eight Foot Walnut Table/ Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in Highland, IN
This spectacular eight foot long table or bench by Jens Risom is not only a beautiful design with it's architectural base with tapered legs and a top that appears to float, it is hig...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Leather
1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Risom side chair, Model 666C-WB, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This is an early example, dating to the early 1950s. The design features a lacquered maple frame,...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Steel
Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs in Ivory Shearling, circa 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom lounge chairs expertly reupholstered in soft ivory shearling with professionally refinished walnut frames. An exem...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Hide, Walnut
Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Immaculate Jens Risom Model-250 High back Armless Slipper Sofa. This sofa is STUNNING, the armless, slightly reclined silhouette and gorgeous walnut frames gives it a very simple, y...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Impressive Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Large Walnut Credenza or Sideboard
By Jens Risom
Located in St. Louis, MO
Handsome Jens Risom (1916-2016) designed Danish Modern walnut credenza is perfect for office or home. Designed and produced by Jens Risom...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Original Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs in Green Suede w/ Label, PAIR
By Jens Risom
Located in North Miami, FL
Wonderful authentic labelled vintage Jens Risom armchairs in Walnut frame and upholstered in a sumptuous Rolex green suede. The walnut frame has been lovingly refinished to its orig...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Suede, Walnut
Jens Risom C-120 Armchair
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this handsome 1950's model C-120 Jens Risom armchair in exceptional all-original condition. The chair features an exposed, solid walnut frame with an elegan...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Risom/Marble Corporation Walnut Armchair
By Jens Risom
Located in West Chester, PA
Jens Risom solid walnut arm chair with the original burnt orange upholstery for Risom/Marble Corporation with the original tags intact underneath.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Fully Restored Jens Risom Walnut & Brass 8-Drawer Cabinet or Dresser
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Danish design icon Jens Risom, this super rare model was made in the USA by his own company: Jens Risom Design Inc. This cabinet rarely comes up for sale, especially in t...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Modern Floating Top End / Cocktail Tables by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair, (sold and priced individually) of walnut end / cocktail tables by Jens Risom. Tops appear to be floating, sculpted edges part of the Risom design staple. Tab...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$1,196 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
This desk measures: 72 wide x 36 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches
The depth including the return is 78 inches
All pie...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Metal
$6,495 / set
Mid century American Modern Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful American Modern Mid-Century Modern long black walnut 8-drawer dresser credenza with all solid Brass curved pull handles. High end Construction with Metal Drawer slides. Gre...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Brass
$3,570 Sale Price
40% Off
Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of sculptural slipper chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s, fully restored by Stamford Modern. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Pair of Early Woven Leather Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
RARE PAIR of Early woven leather lounge chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll.
Made in USA, circa 1950's.
Stamped. See images.
East Coast Delivery for a fee. Please message for pricing.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Leather, Birch
$6,375 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jens Risom design "Big Chair" and ottoman reissue by Ralph Pucci International. Large and impressive lounge chair with an equally oversized ottoman...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Jens Risom Teak, Caning, and Orange Upholstery Conference Armchairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 3 Danish mid-century dining/conference armchairs with teak wood frames, caned seat backs, and faintly striped orange fabric upholstered seats. (JENS RISOM)(PRICED AS SET)
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a newly restored set of iconic Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs designed by the influential Jens Risom. The "Playboy" derivation was coined after a July 1961 Playboy article o...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Ciancimino Walnut & Quadrilobed Aluminum Executive Credenza, C. 1970
By George Ciancimino, Jens Risom
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Georges Ciancimino for Jens Risom Walnut & Aluminum Quarefoil Credenza. Featuring a rectangular framework, Walnut veneered surface, strong Aluminum surround detailed with quadrilobed...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Jens Risom furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Jens Risom furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jens Risom furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 323 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 5 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Jens Risom were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Fredericia, Florence Knoll, and Craft Associates. Prices for Jens Risom furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $35,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,213.
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Questions About Jens Risom Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 2, 2023
There isn’t much of a difference between Nordic and Scandinavian design in that when it comes to furniture and decor, the descriptors “Nordic” and “Scandinavian” are often used interchangeably. The term Scandinavia is primarily used to refer to Denmark, Norway and Sweden. (It is sometimes inclusive of Iceland and Finland, too.) The Nordic region of the world also includes the likes of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden as well as Iceland, Finland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Åland.
Scandinavian modernism is a warm and organic iteration of modernist design that chiefly originated in Denmark, Sweden and Finland during the 1930s. It was introduced to the United States during the mid-20th century and had a profound influence on American mid-century modern design.
Scandinavian modernists are known for their emphasis on craftsmanship and use of natural materials such as ash, pine and beech. Scandi interiors are minimalist, bright and airy, and feature neutral palettes and classic shapes.
Characteristics of the work of such Scandinavian modernists such as Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl and Greta Magnusson Grossman include bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries. Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
For design enthusiasts all over the world, the promotion of functionality and simplicity associated with Scandinavian modernism and Nordic design continues to prove irresistible.
- Who is Jens Risom?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Jens Risom was a Danish designer. Many people credit him with bringing the modern style of Scandinavian design to the U.S. He is well-known for his chairs, which feature angled seat backs often upholstered with webbing. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Jens Risom furniture.
- Was Jens Risom Danish?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Jens Risom was Danish. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, on May 8, 1916, and attended Copenhagen School of Industrial Arts and Design. Following his graduation, Risom moved to the U.S., where he lived for the rest of his life. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Jens Risom furniture.
- Who sells Jens Risom rockers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Normally, vintage furniture dealers or auction and online platforms specializing in authentic vintage furniture sell Jens Risom rockers. From time to time, rocking chairs produced by the Danish designer may appear at thrift shops and secondhand stores or be available directly from individuals who own them. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Jens Risom chairs.
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