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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 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

Jens Risom Open Book Cabinet 1950c.
Jens Risom Open Book Cabinet 1950c.

Jens Risom Open Book Cabinet 1950c.

$4,500

Jens Risom Open Book Cabinet 1950c.

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Jens Risom Open Book Cabinet, 1950c. Walnut case with white lacquered open shelving. Features divided, adjustable, and removable shelves. Raised on a solid walnut base with tapered l...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Wood Dining Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll
Wood Dining Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

Wood Dining Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

$10,600 / set

Wood Dining Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1947. USA. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Extremely rare early Knoll dining chairs with two tags that pinpoint 1947 manufacture date

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair and Ottoman
Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair and Ottoman

Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair and Ottoman

$15,347

Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair and Ottoman

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 37.5 wide x 36 deep x 41.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height/chair c...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

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

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

$7,519Sale 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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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

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 ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mid-century Jens Risom Walnut Eight Drawer Dresser
Mid-century Jens Risom Walnut Eight Drawer Dresser

Mid-century Jens Risom Walnut Eight Drawer Dresser

$8,800

Mid-century Jens Risom Walnut Eight Drawer Dresser

By Jens Risom

Located in Oakland, CA

High-quality chest of drawers by Danish designer Jens Risom, made in the USA. This early work features eight drawers, meticulously constructed with mitered corners and metal rails fo...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

$8,250

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

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom
American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

$875

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical versatyle solid wood stool designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Studio retains label , good solid construction nice patina .

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Birch

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza

$3,895

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 54.25 wide x 20 deep x 26.5 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Credenza has Minor Scratches on Top Surface. Doors ...

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

Materials

Walnut

1958 Jens Risom Ebonized Oak Wood Credenza / Cabinet from Seagram Building
1958 Jens Risom Ebonized Oak Wood Credenza / Cabinet from Seagram Building

1958 Jens Risom Ebonized Oak Wood Credenza / Cabinet from Seagram Building

$35,000

1958 Jens Risom Ebonized Oak Wood Credenza / Cabinet from Seagram Building

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an extraordinarily special cabinet by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, which came from The Seagram Building, arguably one of the most important works of architecture in the ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

$16,000

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.

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1950s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Waste Basket
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Waste Basket

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Waste Basket

$695 / item

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Waste Basket

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Waste Basket This waste basket measures: 11.75 wide x 11.75 deep x 14 inches high Fair Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a controlled lighting...

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

Materials

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

1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric
1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric

1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric

$3,500

1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a U-430 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1955. This particular example dates to the 1960s and was produced in the United States. The design is comprised of ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Foam

Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top
Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top

Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top

$4,850

Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top

By Jens Risom

Located in Kansas City, MO

Jens Risom desk for Risom Designs. Birch wood case, light blue lacquered drawer fronts, chrome pulls, brass feet, and virtually indestructible Laminate top. Condition is good and com...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Three Drawers
1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Three Drawers

1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Three Drawers

$6,000

1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Three Drawers

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Executive Desk in Walnut, designed by Jens Risom in the 1960s. Produced by Risom Design Inc. this example dates to the 1970s. It features several drawers which provide amp...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Jens Risom
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Jens Risom

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Jens Risom

$7,100 / set

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional and rare set of Mid Century dining chairs, designed by Jens Risom, for Risom Design Inc. The chairs feature solid walnut bases, with fully upholstered seats and backrest...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Rectangular Side Table with Walnut Base and White Laminate Top
Jens Risom Rectangular Side Table with Walnut Base and White Laminate Top

Jens Risom Rectangular Side Table with Walnut Base and White Laminate Top

$600

Jens Risom Rectangular Side Table with Walnut Base and White Laminate Top

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

This rectangular side table by Jens Risom has a walnut base and a white laminate surface. The legs are cleverly inset, giving the top a floating quality and an overall jauntiness to ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Set of Six 1950s Jens Risom Chairs in Solid Oak with Reed Weaving
Set of Six 1950s Jens Risom Chairs in Solid Oak with Reed Weaving

Set of Six 1950s Jens Risom Chairs in Solid Oak with Reed Weaving

$4,138 / set

Set of Six 1950s Jens Risom Chairs in Solid Oak with Reed Weaving

By Florence Knoll, Marcel Gascoin, Jens Risom, Jean Prouvé

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Set of six chairs designed by Jens Risom. The oldest model features a solid oak structure and natural reed weaving for both the backrest and seat. The chairs have developed a beautif...

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1950s French Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Oak

Set of Club Chairs in Mohair by Jens Risom, C. 1960's
Set of Club Chairs in Mohair by Jens Risom, C. 1960's

Set of Club Chairs in Mohair by Jens Risom, C. 1960's

$6,800 / set

Set of Club Chairs in Mohair by Jens Risom, C. 1960's

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

Discover the timeless allure of a rare set of club chairs designed by Jens Risom in the late 1960s, now meticulously restored for a contemporary touch. The walnut legs have undergone...

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

Materials

Mohair, 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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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

Pair of Jens Risom Slipper Lounge Chairs with Charcoal Tweed and Aluminum Frames
Pair of Jens Risom Slipper Lounge Chairs with Charcoal Tweed and Aluminum Frames

Pair of Jens Risom Slipper Lounge Chairs with Charcoal Tweed and Aluminum Frames

$8,000 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Slipper Lounge Chairs with Charcoal Tweed and Aluminum Frames

By Jens Risom

Located in Dallas, TX

A striking pair of 1960s classic slipper lounge chairs designed by Jens Risom, showcasing his signature blend of sculptural elegance and modernist restraint. These chairs feature new...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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

Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs
Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

$5,440Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

Jens Risom`s career has spanned nearly sixty years. He began his study of design in the Copenhagen workshop of Kaare Klint in 1935 and joined Ernst Kuhn`s architectural office in 1938, where he designed furniture and interiors. In 1939, Risom emigrated to the U.S. and in 1941 designed the first chair manufactured by Knoll. Risom described the chair as "very basic, very simple, inexpensive, easy to make." The chair was constructed with a birch wood frame and, because of wartime materials constraints, cheap but strong army surplus...

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

Materials

Cowhide, Walnut

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

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

$9,999

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

Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom
Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom

Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom

$5,400 / set

Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of beautifully restored, model C-120 armchairs by Jens Risom feature sculptural, solid walnut frames with textured, steel blue tweed upholstery. A truly handsome pair of armchai...

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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.  

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1950s American Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Lounge Chair

$4,200

Jens Risom Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Dallas, TX

A walnut based lounge chair designed by Jens Risom.

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1950s Vintage 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.

$5,320 / set

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

By Knoll, Jens Risom

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

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.

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

Materials

Leather, Birch

Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s
Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s

Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s

$3,736Sale Price|20% Off

Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Berlin, DE

Jens Risom lounge chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA 1950s Upholstered in new Kvadrat Fabric.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Playboy Lounge Chair, 1960s
Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Playboy Lounge Chair, 1960s

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Playboy Lounge Chair, 1960s

$1,255

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Playboy Lounge Chair, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern "Playboy" lounge chair or club chair By Jens Risom USA, 1960s Sculpted solid walnut frame, with original tan upholstery. Measures: 22.25"W x...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Circular Walnut Revolving Lazy Susan Dining Table
Danish Mid-Century Circular Walnut Revolving Lazy Susan Dining Table

Danish Mid-Century Circular Walnut Revolving Lazy Susan Dining Table

$8,500

Danish Mid-Century Circular Walnut Revolving Lazy Susan Dining Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century circular walnut dining table with a rotating lazy susan top resting on an X-shaped walnut base with tapered square legs. (JENS RISOM)(Similar tables: DUF0276, DUF0...

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

Rare Jens Risom Sideboard / Dresser
Rare Jens Risom Sideboard / Dresser

Rare Jens Risom Sideboard / Dresser

$4,750

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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Oak

Circle Dining Table by Jens Risom for Knoll
Circle Dining Table by Jens Risom for Knoll

Circle Dining Table by Jens Risom for Knoll

$2,300

Circle Dining Table by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 2000s. USA. Maple base with linoleum top.

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Maple

1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Five Drawers
1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Five Drawers

1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Five Drawers

$6,000

1970s Jens Risom Design Executive Desk in Walnut with Five Drawers

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Executive Desk in Walnut, designed by Jens Risom in the 1960s. This particular example was produced by Risom Design Inc. and dates back to the 1970s. The desk features fiv...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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

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 Upholstered Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

$3,800

Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A comfortable and stylish Jens Risom upholstered armchair, circa 1950s. Rare design with original early label still intact.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom in Walnut and Gray
Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom in Walnut and Gray

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom in Walnut and Gray

$9,800

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom in Walnut and Gray

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a walnut stretcher base supporting a rectangular seat cushion upholstered in light gray woven fabric with button tufted detail. (JENS RISOM).  

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Model 37 Loveseat Sofa For Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Model 37 Loveseat Sofa For Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Model 37 Loveseat Sofa For Knoll

$6,800

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Model 37 Loveseat Sofa For Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This early Jens Risom model 37 loveseat sofa for Knoll is a classic example of Mid-Century Modern design. The fully upholstered sofa features a high back with rounded edges and reces...

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Mid-20th Century American 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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Birch, Textile

Jens Risom C-120 Armchair
Jens Risom C-120 Armchair

Jens Risom C-120 Armchair

$1,800

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s

$7,500

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century rectangular floating bench with an off-white Shou-patterned fabric upholstered seat resting on a wooden floating frame base. (JENS RISOM).  

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza

$4,595

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 20.25 deep x 27.5 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Minor Wear and Scratches on Top Credenza Surface. D...

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

Materials

Walnut

Vintage 1960s Jens Risom Mid Century Modern Barrel Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Jens Risom Mid Century Modern Barrel Lounge Chairs

Vintage 1960s Jens Risom Mid Century Modern Barrel Lounge Chairs

$4,500

Vintage 1960s Jens Risom Mid Century Modern Barrel Lounge Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Toluca Ter, CA

A fully restored pair of low profile barrel back lounge chairs by Jens Risom, made in the United States c. 1960s. The oversized frame allows for a deep, wide seat, offering a leve...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, Model 666C-WB
2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, Model 666C-WB

2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, Model 666C-WB

$650

2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, 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 example dates to 2020. The design features a lacquered maple frame, and has tan cotton webbi...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

Early Model 652 Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates, circa 1946
Early Model 652 Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates, circa 1946

Early Model 652 Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates, circa 1946

$2,250

Early Model 652 Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates, circa 1946

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Early Model 652 Lounge Chair, circa 1946 by Jens Risom (1916-2016) for Knoll Associates maple, nylon Early Decal: Knoll Associates Inc., 601 Madison Ave, New York 22, N.Y. "This ...

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

Materials

Maple

Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored
Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored

Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored

$7,850

Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored

By Jens Risom

Located in Kansas City, MO

This Jens Risom high back tufted back sofa has been expertly restored and reupholstered in an off white fabric. Like new and ready to ship.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Early Jens Risom Low Profile Walnut Coffee Table, circa 1948
Early Jens Risom Low Profile Walnut Coffee Table, circa 1948

Early Jens Risom Low Profile Walnut Coffee Table, circa 1948

$3,250

Early Jens Risom Low Profile Walnut Coffee Table, circa 1948

By Jens Risom

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Danish modern design is predominantly known for two features - sculptural design and quality construction meant to last and last. And this early Jens Risom table...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, Upholstered, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, Upholstered, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, Upholstered, 1960s

$7,500

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, Upholstered, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish mid-century rectangular floating bench with a banded Southwestern blue and green patterned fabric upholstered seat resting on a wooden floating frame base. (JENS RISOM).    

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

$2,395

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 23.25 wide x 24 deep x 31.75 high, with a seat height of 19 an...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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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