$5,800
H 31 in W 63.5 in D 28 in
C. 1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Associates Three-Seater Sofa/Settee w/ New Webbing
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a three-seater settee, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1941. The piece has a
Copper
$1,751
H 30.32 in W 20.48 in D 25.2 in
Jens Risom Knoll Studio - Risom Maple Lounge Chair With Flax Webbing
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Chair by Knoll was designed by Jens Risom in 1941. This classic design remains a striking and modern
Maple
Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jens Risom for Walter Knoll, 'Vostra' chair, beech, canvas, brass, United States, design 1941
Brass
$8,900 / set
H 30.5 in W 17.5 in D 22.5 in
Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Baltimore, MD
introduced by Knoll Associates in 1941, by iconic designer Jens Risom for Knoll manufactured in the USA
Wood
2023 Jens Risom for Knoll Amoeba 42” Child's Table in Beech
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Child's Risom Amoeba Table, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1941. This particular
Beech, Laminate
$3,300 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, this piece showcases the refined design sensibilities of Jens Risom, who created it in 1941. Each soft
Brass
$5,450 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
Jens Risom Pair of 'Vostra' Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Waalwijk, NL
webbing, this piece showcases the refined design sensibilities of Jens Risom, who created it in 1941. Each
Brass
$2,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30.5 in W 17.5 in D 17 in
Classic Jens Risom for Knoll Midcentury Woven Side Chairs, Pair
Located in Pasadena, CA
. Jens Risom's original 1941 collection for Knoll incorporates a natural aesthetic, characteristic of
Linen, Maple
1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Chair, Model 666; 600 series
By Jens Risom
Located in Miami, FL
1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Chair, Model 666; 600 series •Some discoloration and fading to the
Fabric, Wood
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H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
Jens Risom, Vostra Easy Lounge Chair, Design 1941 for Walter Knoll, Germany
By Walter Knoll, Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Munster, NRW
Jens Risom for Walter Knoll - Easychair Vostra, 1941 Design from 1941 - model of the 50s, beech
Beech
Jens Risom Side Chairs
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jens Risom side chairs from 1941 for Knoll. Solid birch construction with rarely seen and blue
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H 31 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Jens Risom for Knoll Model 666 Side Chair in Birch and Green Strapping, USA
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1941, the model 666 chair is perhaps Risom's most iconic
Birch
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H 31 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Set of Two '2' Jens Risom for Knoll Model 666 Side Dining Chairs in Birch, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1941, the model 666 chair is perhaps Risom's most iconic
Birch
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H 30.25 in W 17 in D 17 in
Modernist Webbed Dining Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll, a set of Eight
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Portland, OR
Originally designed by Jens Risom in 1941, the Risom side chair demonstrates modern design at its
Cotton, Polyester, Walnut
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H 31.25 in W 17.5 in D 17 in
Jens Risom Model 666 for Knoll Reupholstered Side Chairs c.1941-Set of 6
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original set of six Jens Risom for Knoll Model 666 WSP dining side chairs. Constructed of
Wool, Maple
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H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 27.96 in
Jens Risom Pair of "No. 654" Chairs, Knoll Internationnal, USA, 1940s
By Jens Risom
Located in Forest, BE
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Jens Risom in 1941. Jens Risom’s designs were the first pieces
Leather
Early Jens Risom for Knoll Maple and Wool Settee, 1940s
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
between Jens Risom and Hans Knoll in 1941/2. Their partnership, which is well documented by Knoll
Maple, Plywood, Wool
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H 27.96 in W 20.08 in D 30.32 in
Jens Risom 654 Cognac Leather Lounge Chair by Walter Knoll/ Knoll International
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The Chair is designed by Jens Risom in the year 1941.It was produced by Knoll International for the
Leather, Beech
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H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 22.4 in
1950s Rare Set Vostra Chairs Numbered & Original Fabric by Jens Risom for Knoll.
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
These rare “Vostra” easy chairs were designed by Jens Risom in 1941. These chairs are numbered in
Fabric, Elm
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Jen Risom for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of elegant Czech lounge chairs designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1941. Original burgundy
Fabric, Wood
Jens Risom, Chair Model 654W, Knoll, 1941
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Jens Risom chair designed for Knoll in 1941, Model 654W. Designed 1941. Natural birch frame
Birch
Jens Risom Set/6 Webbed Dining Chairs for Knoll, 1941
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
Knoll Reissue of Jens Risom design for Knoll, International, 1941. Set of six blonde dining chairs
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H 28.35 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Two "Vostra" Easy Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll, USA in 1941
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Wilnis, UT
Eye-catching pair of two easy chairs model "Vostra" designed by Jens Risom, manufactured by Knoll
Beech, Leather
Jens Risom Set of 4 Webbed Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Knoll Reissue of Jens Risom design for Knoll, International, 1941. Set of four blonde dining
Early Pair of '654' Chair, Jens Risom
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A pair of lounge chairs designed by Jens Risom in 1941. Jens Risom's designs were the first pieces
Maple
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H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Webbed Armchairs Designed by Jens Risom for Knoll, Set of 2
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Ely, GB
A Pair of Super Stylish armchairs Designed by Jens Risom in 1941 for Knoll. Boasting clean lines
Canvas, Maple
Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll , 1941
Located in San Francisco, CA
Surprisingly comfortable and light arm chair designed by Jens Risom with webbing seat and back
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H 18 in W 17.25 in L 18 in
Set of Four Risom for KnollStudio Side Chairs, Ebony with Blue Webbing, 2010s
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
nylon webbing. Metal badge with engraved Jens Risom signature and “KnollStudio 1941”.
Nylon, Maple
Sold
H 30.25 in W 20 in D 27.75 in
Pair of Jens Risom for KnollStudio Lounge Chairs, Maple with Maize Webbing, 2013
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of 2013 Jens Risom lounge chairs for KnollStudio in maple with maize webbing seats
Maple, Cotton
$18,500
H 24 in W 74 in D 24 in
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa maintains its original verdigris finish, with heavy patina. The piece may be painted or professionally powder coated if so desired. Finals may be finished in ag...
Wrought Iron
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$16,684 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...
Canvas, Velvet, Walnut
One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946. This early design has a hard maple frame with new linen upholstery.
Fabric, Maple
Pair of Jens Risom 666 Side Chairs for Knoll
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Jens Risom chairs made in the 1940s, model “666” of the 600 series from 1941.
Birch
$1,250 / item
H 31 in W 18 in D 19 in
10 Niels O. Møller Dining Chairs Model 71 by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
10 teak dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller for J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The model 71 dates to 1968 and is an exceptional chair offering a very comfortable posture and the ...
Teak, Upholstery
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, s...
Chrome
Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Southampton, NJ
Classic early Knoll Associates sofa designed by Jens Risom in the early 1940s. Solid birch base with sleek angled and tapering legs support a comfortable cantilevered seat with origi...
Upholstery, Birch
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 39 in W 27.5 in D 29 in
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 ...
Faux Leather, Walnut
Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Jens Risom scoop chairs for Hans Knoll A pair of very early Knoll post war design scoop chairs by Jens Risom. Each has been completely restored in a luxurious Sandra Jordan ...
Alpaca
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.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.