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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 Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza
Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza

Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza

$2,200

Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A smaller sized walnut credenza with two drawers to the left side one small one file and a door to the other having an adjustable shelve. Designed by Jens Risom whose slim trademark ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Expertly Restored - Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Side Tables
Expertly Restored - Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Side Tables

Expertly Restored - Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Side Tables

$2,895 / set

Expertly Restored - Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Side Tables

By Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom, Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1960s
Jens Risom, Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1960s

Jens Risom, Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1960s

$5,800

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

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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
Mid-century Walnut Executive Desk by Jens Risom for Jen Risom Designs c.1950

Mid-century Walnut Executive Desk by Jens Risom for Jen Risom Designs c.1950

$3,495Sale Price / item|38% Off

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...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing
Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing

$2,700

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing

By Jens Risom, Walter Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom for Walter Knoll, 'Vostra' chair, beech, canvas, brass, United States, design 1941, production 1950s An elegant lounge chair featuring exquisite canvas webbing, this piec...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom Mid Century Nightstands - Pair
Jens Risom Mid Century Nightstands - Pair

Jens Risom Mid Century Nightstands - Pair

$5,195 / set

Jens Risom Mid Century Nightstands - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 24 wide x 16 deep x 24.5 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Tops have Wear and Minor Scratches. Very Minor Scr...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Extension Dining Table by Jens Risom
Mid Century Extension Dining Table by Jens Risom

Mid Century Extension Dining Table by Jens Risom

$4,500

Mid Century Extension Dining Table by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Rare mid century extension dining table with three leaves. The table features four tapering legs with architectural and stylized stretchers which radiate down from the center. The ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s
The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s

The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s

$16,000 / set

The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

This iconic Jens Risom lounge chair and ottoman set embodies the elegance and comfort of mid-century American design. Fully restored by our expert workshop, the chair features its di...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern
Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern

Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern

$2,350

Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern

By Knoll, Jens Risom

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Set of 14 Mid Century Jens Risom Oak Orange Dining Conference Arm Chairs MCM
Set of 14 Mid Century Jens Risom Oak Orange Dining Conference Arm Chairs MCM

Set of 14 Mid Century Jens Risom Oak Orange Dining Conference Arm Chairs MCM

$7,500 / set

Set of 14 Mid Century Jens Risom Oak Orange Dining Conference Arm Chairs MCM

By Jens Risom

Located in Dayton, OH

An exquisite set of 14 Jens Risom Conference / Dining Chairs. Features an intriguing orange polkadot fabric set within an oak frame with flared arms and straight legs. Marked along...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Walnut Side Table By Jens Risom
Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Walnut Side Table By Jens Risom

Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Walnut Side Table By Jens Risom

$1,100

Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Walnut Side Table By Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Mid-Century Modern 'Floating' top walnut side table was designed by Jens Risom circa 1950s. This occasional side table features a 19" square top that gives the appearance of flo...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

$15,000 / set

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Large Rosewood Executive Desk, Jens Risom, Y Pulls, 1960's
Large Rosewood Executive Desk, Jens Risom, Y Pulls, 1960's

Large Rosewood Executive Desk, Jens Risom, Y Pulls, 1960's

$5,775Sale Price|30% 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...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

$2,999

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll (Two Available)
Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll (Two Available)

Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll (Two Available)

$599 / item

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...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing
Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing

$3,300 / set

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing

By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom for Walter Knoll, 'Vostra' chair with ottoman, beech, canvas, brass, United States, design 1941, production 1950s An elegant lounge chair with ottoman featuring exquisite...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Handsome Jens Risom Leather and Walnut Chairs
Pair of Handsome Jens Risom Leather and Walnut Chairs

Pair of Handsome Jens Risom Leather and Walnut Chairs

$2,880Sale Price / set|40% 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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Cabinet Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Cabinet Credenza

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Cabinet Credenza

$3,295

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Cabinet Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Cabinet Credenza This credenza measures: 36.5 wide x 20.25 deep x 29 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wear and Scratches on Top...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's
Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's

Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's

$5,800 / set

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, ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

$12,500

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom
Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom

Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom

$5,250Sale Price / set|30% Off

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...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Bench
Jens Risom Mid Century Bench

Jens Risom Mid Century Bench

$3,295

Jens Risom Mid Century Bench

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Bench This bench measures: 41.25 wide x 18.25 deep x 16.5 high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 16.5 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Walnut Legs are in...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1960s Jens Risom Floating Walnut & Cane Coffee Table, 39" Round, Model T300
1960s Jens Risom Floating Walnut & Cane Coffee Table, 39" Round, Model T300

1960s Jens Risom Floating Walnut & Cane Coffee Table, 39" Round, Model T300

$3,500

1960s Jens Risom Floating Walnut & Cane Coffee Table, 39" Round, Model T300

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut and Cane Coffee Table, model T300, designed by Jens Risom for Risom designs in 1959. The piece is constructed entirely from Walnut, having a solid walnut frame with ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Walnut Magazine Table
Jens Risom Walnut Magazine Table

Jens Risom Walnut Magazine Table

$4,000

Jens Risom Walnut Magazine Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Model T.539 side table, designed by Jens Risom for his eponymous company in 1949. The design is defined by its sharp, wedge-shaped profile, with an angled support, broad walnut top, ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Rosewood Executive Desk with Y Pulls by Jens Risom, 1960s.
Mid-Century Rosewood Executive Desk with Y Pulls by Jens Risom, 1960s.

Mid-Century Rosewood Executive Desk with Y Pulls by Jens Risom, 1960s.

$8,091

Mid-Century Rosewood Executive Desk with Y Pulls by Jens Risom, 1960s.

By Jens Risom

Located in Asaa, DK

Mid-Century Rosewood Executive Desk with Y Pulls by Jens Risom, 1960s. Rare large freestanding executive rosewood desk designed by Jens Risom. Exceptionally beautiful large table to...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Jens Risom Set of Six ‘Playboy’ Armchairs in Black Upholstery and Walnut
Jens Risom Set of Six ‘Playboy’ Armchairs in Black Upholstery and Walnut

Jens Risom Set of Six ‘Playboy’ Armchairs in Black Upholstery and Walnut

$10,500 / set

Jens Risom Set of Six ‘Playboy’ Armchairs in Black Upholstery and Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom, set of six 'Playboy' armchairs, model 'C140’, walnut, faux leather, United States, design 1958, production 1960s The classic Playboy dining chairs by Jens Risom owe the...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Set of Stools by Jens Risom in Cognac Leather, C. 1950s
Set of Stools by Jens Risom in Cognac Leather, C. 1950s

Set of Stools by Jens Risom in Cognac Leather, C. 1950s

$4,800 / set

Set of Stools by Jens Risom in Cognac Leather, C. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

Set of stools by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, fully restored by Stamford Modern. The solid wood frames have been expertly refinished in a rich espresso tone, highlighting the...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery
Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery

Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery

$3,950

Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery

By Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom, lounge chair, walnut and fabric, United States, 1960s. This armchair is designed by Jens Risom. The walnut frame serves as both structural foundation and defining visual...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table
Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

$4,800

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table
Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

$975

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!

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

$2,760Sale Price|20% Off

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 ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Original Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs in Green Suede w/ Label, PAIR
Original Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs in Green Suede w/ Label, PAIR

Original Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs in Green Suede w/ Label, PAIR

$8,500 / set

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...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Suede, Walnut

Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1960s Sofa Couch MINT!
Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1960s Sofa Couch MINT!

Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1960s Sofa Couch MINT!

$12,500

Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1960s Sofa Couch MINT!

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1950s U-150 Sofa Couch MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Linen

Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953
Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953

Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953

$2,200

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Jen Risom Walnut Coffee Table
Mid-Century Jen Risom Walnut Coffee Table

Mid-Century Jen Risom Walnut Coffee Table

$2,220

Mid-Century Jen Risom Walnut Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

40? Mid-century Jen Rison walnut coffee table. Jens Risom coffee table in walnut laminate. Round top with square sculptural base. Original Jens Risom D...

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.
Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

$5,354 / set

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Firenze, FI

Six elegant dining chairs model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll International in the 1950s, an authentic expression of mid-century modernist design. The chairs feature a sleek...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs in Ivory Shearling, circa 1950s
Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs in Ivory Shearling, circa 1950s

Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs in Ivory Shearling, circa 1950s

$9,800 / set

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...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Hide, Walnut

Knoll Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set
Knoll Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set

Knoll Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set

$1,957

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester, Teak

Jens Risom Teak Wood Arm Chair In Black Striped Chenille
Jens Risom Teak Wood Arm Chair In Black Striped Chenille

Jens Risom Teak Wood Arm Chair In Black Striped Chenille

$2,750

Jens Risom Teak Wood Arm Chair In Black Striped Chenille

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Danish Modern style teak wood arm chair in black striped chenille upholstery. Single Danish teak wood arm chair has a thick sloping seat and a form fitting back cushion. Angular and ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Teak

Jens Risom Credenza with Y-Shaped Drawer Pulls
Jens Risom Credenza with Y-Shaped Drawer Pulls

Jens Risom Credenza with Y-Shaped Drawer Pulls

$4,560Sale Price|22% Off

Jens Risom Credenza with Y-Shaped Drawer Pulls

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

A rare and unique vintage Jens Risom credenza, this particular piece has y-shaped metal pulls, six regular drawers, one partitioned drawer, a filing drawer and a shelved cabinet. An ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs

$4,800 / set

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 ...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak, Leather

Pair of Early Woven Leather Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll
Pair of Early Woven Leather Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

Pair of Early Woven Leather Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

$6,375Sale Price / set|25% Off

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk

$6,495 / set

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk The desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches The retur...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Credenza in Oiled Walnut
Jens Risom Credenza in Oiled Walnut

Jens Risom Credenza in Oiled Walnut

$6,600

Jens Risom Credenza in Oiled Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Jens Risom credenza in oiled walnut, features four drawers and one file drawer, two doors with adjustable shelves, finished on the backside, and Stainless...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Early edition of the 666 chair by Jens Risom, produced by De Coene
Early edition of the 666 chair by Jens Risom, produced by De Coene

Early edition of the 666 chair by Jens Risom, produced by De Coene

$4,164

Early edition of the 666 chair by Jens Risom, produced by De Coene

By Jens Risom, De Coene Frères

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

This early edition of the 666 chair was produced by De Coene. Since 1954 De Coene became the Benelux producer of the expensive Knoll furniture. This rare old set of chairs are in all...

Category

1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Jens Risom Chairs
Pair of Jens Risom Chairs

Pair of Jens Risom Chairs

$2,650 / set

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

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

$3,650 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Danish Jens Risom attributed Mid-Century Modern armchairs with new wool felt upholstery, circa 1960s . Button tufted. Tapered legs with minor loses and fading to wood. Good original ...

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wool

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing
2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

$1,100

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Armless Lounge Chair, originally designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This particular example was produced in the United States in the 2000s. The chair is comprised o...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Maple, Fabric

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621
Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621

$6,500

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621

By Jens Risom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Jens Risom Bench An iconic form Re-upholstered in Boucle Fabric Original label present.  

Category

1950s American Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee
Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee

Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee

$3,695

Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee

By Jens Risom, Knoll

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll
Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

$2,200

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This armchair is an early example of Jens Risom's design for Knoll and is a simple yet innovative design. The chair is two separate pieces: a singular seat / back component is simply...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Birch, Textile

Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table
Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

$2,987

Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Tulsa, OK

Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Table has been refinished and doea have s...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Newly upholstered Kvadrat Jens Risom settee or two seater USA - 1950s
Newly upholstered Kvadrat Jens Risom settee or two seater USA - 1950s

Newly upholstered Kvadrat Jens Risom settee or two seater USA - 1950s

$7,567Sale Price|20% Off

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

2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing
2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing

2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing

$900

2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Risom Lounge chair, Model 654LC, initially designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This particular example dates to the 2000s. The classic design features a sculpted lacq...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Walnut, Rubber

Jens Risom 1970s Paldao Wood Modernist File Cabinet
Jens Risom 1970s Paldao Wood Modernist File Cabinet

Jens Risom 1970s Paldao Wood Modernist File Cabinet

$5,400

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

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
  • What is the difference between Nordic and Scandinavian design?
    1 Answer
    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 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Jens 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 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 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 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Normally, 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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