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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
Early Jens Risom Model 108 Arm Chair for Risom Designs in Walnut, USA, c. 1950s
Early Jens Risom Model 108 Arm Chair for Risom Designs in Walnut, USA, c. 1950s

Early Jens Risom Model 108 Arm Chair for Risom Designs in Walnut, USA, c. 1950s

$3,900

Early Jens Risom Model 108 Arm Chair for Risom Designs in Walnut, USA, c. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

A rare and elegant 1950's walnut armchair, Model 108, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs Inc. This collectable chair is found in it's original Naugahyd...

Category

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 ...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak, Leather

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet Credenza
Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet Credenza

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet Credenza

$2,760Sale Price|20% Off

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Two-door Mid-Century Modern cabinet by Jens Risom. Classic style of Risom where case appears to be floating on base. Nickeled hardware, finished back, Divided in centre with two adju...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom, Writing Desk
Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom, Writing Desk

Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom, Writing Desk

$7,800

Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom, Writing Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century walnut 8-drawer dresser with four narrow drawers on the left and four wider drawers on the right, the top of which folds down to crea...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$3,895 / set

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 19.5 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17.75 inches Great Vintag...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Marble Top Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Marble Top Credenza

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Marble Top Credenza

$3,895

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Marble Top Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Marble Top Credenza This credenza measures: 44.25 wide x 19 deep x 34.75 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Minor Wear on Stone Top. Minor Stain...

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

Materials

Marble

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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

Jens Risom Desk Chair
Jens Risom Desk Chair

Jens Risom Desk Chair

$5,200

Jens Risom Desk Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Jens Risom desk chair, solid oak base reupholstered with yellow Spinneybeck lesther, Adjustable seat, tilts and swivels Measures: H: 31.5" - ...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Lounge Chair

$5,700

Jens Risom Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Jens Risom lounge chair. Newly upholstered in a linen-blend fabric with a black lacquered base.

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood

Jens Risom Set of 12 Upholstered Oak Dining Side Chairs, USA 1960's
Jens Risom Set of 12 Upholstered Oak Dining Side Chairs, USA 1960's

Jens Risom Set of 12 Upholstered Oak Dining Side Chairs, USA 1960's

$45,000

Jens Risom Set of 12 Upholstered Oak Dining Side Chairs, USA 1960's

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

A set of twelve side chairs in oak and upholstery by Jens Risom.

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sled Leg Coffee Table
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sled Leg Coffee Table

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sled Leg Coffee Table

$3,295

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sled Leg Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sled Leg Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 18 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wear on Top Surface and Legs...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

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

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

Jens Risom Midcentury Coffee Table
Jens Risom Midcentury Coffee Table

Jens Risom Midcentury Coffee Table

$1,500

Jens Risom Midcentury Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage modern square table with floating top. Simple, handsome design by Jens Risom, featuring a detached looking top. (Please confirm item lo...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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 ...

Category

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

Materials

Maple

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...

Category

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

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Circular Wooden Lazy Susan End / Side Table
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Circular Wooden Lazy Susan End / Side Table

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Circular Wooden Lazy Susan End / Side Table

$5,900

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Circular Wooden Lazy Susan End / Side Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish mid-century end / side table with a revolving circular wooden top with a shallow lip, resting on four square tapered wooden legs. (Jens Risom).   

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Ottoman in Light Blue Mohair, circa 1960s
Jens Risom Ottoman in Light Blue Mohair, circa 1960s

Jens Risom Ottoman in Light Blue Mohair, circa 1960s

$5,800

Jens Risom Ottoman in Light Blue Mohair, circa 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

Exquisite round walnut ottoman designed by the legendary Danish-American furniture designer, Jens Risom, circa 1960s. This remarkable piece has been meticulously restored to its orig...

Category

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

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

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 ...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Knoll Studio - Risom Maple Lounge Chair With Flax Webbing
Jens Risom Knoll Studio - Risom Maple Lounge Chair With Flax Webbing

Jens Risom Knoll Studio - Risom Maple Lounge Chair With Flax Webbing

$1,447Sale Price|20% Off

Jens Risom Knoll Studio - Risom Maple Lounge Chair With Flax Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Jens Risom Knoll Risom Lounge Chair WIth Flax Webbing and Clear Maple Finished The Risom Lounge Chair by Knoll was designed by Jens Risom in 1941. This classic design remains a str...

Category

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

Materials

Maple

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric

$5,750 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean Lined Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs, designed by Jens Risom, circa 1960s. They have recently been reupholstered in an ivory color boucle fabric and the walnut bases have be...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s Pair of Jens Risom Designs Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table
1950s Pair of Jens Risom Designs Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table

1950s Pair of Jens Risom Designs Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table

$1,495

1950s Pair of Jens Risom Designs Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a rare pair of Jens Risom Designs Inc walnut & tan laminate end/side tables. These tables are marked and original examples. They were designed by Jens Risom and pr...

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair

$1,295

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair This chair measures: 19.5 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17.75 inches Good Vintage Condition. ...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Design 72 inch Credenza / Cabinet in Walnut
1970s Jens Risom Design 72 inch Credenza / Cabinet in Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Design 72 inch Credenza / Cabinet in Walnut

$6,500

1970s Jens Risom Design 72 inch Credenza / Cabinet in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a walnut credenza / cabinet designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company, Jens Risom Design. This particular piece was handcrafted in the USA and dates back to the 1970...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

1960s Jens Risom Walnut Dining Table with Two Leaves 40" x 72.5"
1960s Jens Risom Walnut Dining Table with Two Leaves 40" x 72.5"

1960s Jens Risom Walnut Dining Table with Two Leaves 40" x 72.5"

$5,000

1960s Jens Risom Walnut Dining Table with Two Leaves 40" x 72.5"

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Rectangular Dining Table in Walnut with two removable leaves, designed by Jens Risom in 1949 for his company Jens Risom Design. This example dates to the 1960s. The walnut ...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza

$4,447

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 20.25 deep x 26.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Draw Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Draw Leaf Dining Table, 1960s

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Draw Leaf Dining Table, 1960s

$8,500

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Draw Leaf Dining Table, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century walnut draw leaf dining table with a square top that pulls open from two sides to expand the table top surface, resting on four tapered dowel legs. (JENS RISOM) D...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Early production Jens Risom Magazine Table , Classic Modernist Design
Early production Jens Risom Magazine Table , Classic Modernist Design

Early production Jens Risom Magazine Table , Classic Modernist Design

$2,900

Early production Jens Risom Magazine Table , Classic Modernist Design

By Jens Risom

Located in Buffalo, NY

Original (OLD) model T.539 side table with magazine rack, designed by Jens Risom in 1949. Fantastic angular profile is sleek and modern, echoed in the wedge-shaped top. Functionality...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 6-Drawer Dresser
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 6-Drawer Dresser

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 6-Drawer Dresser

$9,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 6-Drawer Dresser

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century dresser with 6 drawers with angled rectangular oak drawer pulls in a blond oak case resting on four tapered legs. (JENS RISOM...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Console Table by Jens Risom with Leather Top
Danish Mid-Century Console Table by Jens Risom with Leather Top

Danish Mid-Century Console Table by Jens Risom with Leather Top

$4,800

Danish Mid-Century Console Table by Jens Risom with Leather Top

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century console table with a walnut frame and rectangular table top with a beige leather wrap. (JENS RISOM) Leather needs cleaning and is separating from table top aroun...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

9 Foot Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing
9 Foot Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing

9 Foot Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing

$3,500

9 Foot Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This large-scale sofa measures over 9 feet long and makes a unique and stylish seating addition to any interior. Comfortable and stunning in it's size and simplicity, the design by J...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom End Table With Rotating Top And Insert Ca' 1960's
Jens Risom End Table With Rotating Top And Insert Ca' 1960's

Jens Risom End Table With Rotating Top And Insert Ca' 1960's

$2,500

Jens Risom End Table With Rotating Top And Insert Ca' 1960's

By Jens Risom

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Jens Risom side table with rotating top and an aluminium insert. Made of walnut ca '1960's, this is a very uncommon design.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Modernist Jens Risom Diamond Top Walnut and Cane Coffee/ Cocktail Table
Modernist Jens Risom Diamond Top Walnut and Cane Coffee/ Cocktail Table

Modernist Jens Risom Diamond Top Walnut and Cane Coffee/ Cocktail Table

$3,900

Modernist Jens Risom Diamond Top Walnut and Cane Coffee/ Cocktail Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen version! Diamond Top Walnut and Cane Mid Century Modernist Coffee / Cocktail table designed by Jens Risom. Retains original early Jens Risom Design label. Also retains ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Cane, 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

Jens Risom Walnut and Laminate Coffee Table
Jens Risom Walnut and Laminate Coffee Table

Jens Risom Walnut and Laminate Coffee Table

$1,150

Jens Risom Walnut and Laminate Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Versatile square coffee or cocktail table by Jens Risom, with straight, turned walnut legs, squared stretchers and a floating white laminate top.

Category

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

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 ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

1960s Jens Risom Design Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table
1960s Jens Risom Design Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table

1960s Jens Risom Design Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table

$850

1960s Jens Risom Design Inc Walnut & Laminate End / Side Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original walnut and white laminate side / end table, designed by Jens Risom and produced by Jens Risom Design Inc circa 1960s. This is a classic example of Riso...

Category

1960s Danish Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci
Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci

$14,850

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci

By Jens Risom

Located in San Francisco, CA

Jens Risom design "Big Chair" and ottoman reissue by Ralph Pucci International. Large and impressive lounge chair with an equally oversized ottoman...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Mid-Century Modern Leather Walnut Armchair By Jens Risom
Mid-Century Modern Leather Walnut Armchair By Jens Risom

Mid-Century Modern Leather Walnut Armchair By Jens Risom

$3,200

Mid-Century Modern Leather Walnut Armchair By Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, solid walnut armchair by Jens Risom with seat, back and arms, newly upholstered in a rich cognac leather.

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s
Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

$8,995

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Raleigh, NC

Danish modern design at its finest. New leather to this floating sofa by Jens Risom. Dating to the 1960s with beautiful sculpted lines and walnut base....

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Walnut Bedside Table by Jens Risom
Danish Mid-Century Walnut Bedside Table by Jens Risom

Danish Mid-Century Walnut Bedside Table by Jens Risom

$4,850

Danish Mid-Century Walnut Bedside Table by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish mid-century walnut bedside table / commode with a bottom cabinet with a fall-front drawer and brass drawer pull with an open compartment above with four dowel legs. (JENS RISOM).

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

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...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Maple Magazine Table
Jens Risom Maple Magazine Table

Jens Risom Maple Magazine Table

$4,750

Jens Risom Maple Magazine Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original model T.539 side table with magazine rack, designed by Jens Risom in 1949. Fantastic angular profile is sleek and modern, echoed in the wedge-shaped top. Functionality added...

Category

20th Century American Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Maple

SOLD 03/20/26 Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
SOLD 03/20/26 Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

SOLD 03/20/26 Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

$14,295 / set

SOLD 03/20/26 Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom A-Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 31 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance of 21 inches Ex...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever End / Side Table
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever End / Side Table

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever End / Side Table

$3,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever End / Side Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish mid-century walnut cantilever side / end table with a rectangular off-center tabletop with shallow gallery supported by a walnut stretcher base. (Jens Risom).     

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

13 jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll
13 jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll

13 jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll

$950 / item

13 jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing the Knoll Risom Side Chair - A Timeless Icon of Modern Design! The Knoll Risom Side Chair is a true testament to the enduring legacy of modern furniture design. Created ...

Category

1940s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Wood

1960s Jens Risom Walnut Side Table with Faux Walnut Laminate Top
1960s Jens Risom Walnut Side Table with Faux Walnut Laminate Top

1960s Jens Risom Walnut Side Table with Faux Walnut Laminate Top

$900

1960s Jens Risom Walnut Side Table with Faux Walnut Laminate Top

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Jens Risom Walnut Side Table, designed by Jens Risom in 1950 and produced by his company, Jens Risom Design Inc., in the 1960s. The Table's design is composed of a floating...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Laminate

1970s Jens Risom Designs 29 inch Cabinet / Book Shelf in Walnut
1970s Jens Risom Designs 29 inch Cabinet / Book Shelf in Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Designs 29 inch Cabinet / Book Shelf in Walnut

$1,800

1970s Jens Risom Designs 29 inch Cabinet / Book Shelf in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Cabinet, originally designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Designs. This particular example was handcrafted in the USA in the 1970s. It has a beautifully grained waln...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch

$5,095

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch The credenza measures: 54 wide x 21 deep x 31.5 inches high The hutch measures: 43.25 wide x 14.75 deep x 44 inches hig...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll. Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle
Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll. Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll. Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle

$3,850

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll. Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Kansas City, MO

Classic and rare lounge chair designed by Jens Risom when he was design director for Knoll in the early 1950s. This example has been expertly refinished and reupholstered in an off ...

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Designs Side / End Table in Walnut 21x30"
1970s Jens Risom Designs Side / End Table in Walnut 21x30"

1970s Jens Risom Designs Side / End Table in Walnut 21x30"

$1,600

1970s Jens Risom Designs Side / End Table in Walnut 21x30"

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Side Table, originally designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Designs. This particular example was handcrafted in the United States and dates back to the 1970s. The...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Rockaway, NJ

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

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Linen

Rare Early Walnut Bench or Coffee Table by Risom
Rare Early Walnut Bench or Coffee Table by Risom

Rare Early Walnut Bench or Coffee Table by Risom

$3,600

Rare Early Walnut Bench or Coffee Table by Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice solid walnut bench or coffee table by Risom.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

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...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

$8,500

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern walnut sofa designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs, United States, circa 1950s. Model U-150 is a masterclass in design, where every line and proportion serves a purpose. The...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Leather

Jens Risom Danish Kidney-Shaped Beige Mica and Walnut Cocktail / Coffee Table
Jens Risom Danish Kidney-Shaped Beige Mica and Walnut Cocktail / Coffee Table

Jens Risom Danish Kidney-Shaped Beige Mica and Walnut Cocktail / Coffee Table

$4,800

Jens Risom Danish Kidney-Shaped Beige Mica and Walnut Cocktail / Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century coffee / cocktail table with a kidney-shaped table top with a beige marbled mica veneer resting on a walnut base with a cruciform stretcher and angled legs. (JENS ...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, 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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