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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
Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll

$2,600

Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, scoop, lounge chair by Jens Risom for Knoll features a minimal, black lacquered maple frame with a floating scoop seat newly upholstered in mustard yellow, textur...

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

Materials

Leather, Maple

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...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Credenza for IBM
Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Credenza for IBM

Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Credenza for IBM

$3,000

Mid-Century Jens Risom Walnut Credenza for IBM

By Jens Risom, IBM

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bring home the Transatlantic elegance of genuine mid-century modern vintage design with this luxurious credenza designed by legendary Danish industrial designer Jens Risom for his na...

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 3-Drawer Chests
Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 3-Drawer Chests

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 3-Drawer Chests

$15,500 / item

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Blond Oak 3-Drawer Chests

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Danish Mid-Century chests / dressers with three drawers with angled wooden drawer pulls in a blond oak case resting on tapered wooden legs....

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pair of Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs
Pair of Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs

Pair of Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs

$4,900 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

Jens Risom Jens Risom emigrated from Europe to the U.S. when he was just 23 years of age. Like other Scandinavian designers such as Josef Frank and Kaare Klint, Risom continued to h...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Caning Coffee Table
Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Caning Coffee Table

Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Caning Coffee Table

$6,900

Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Caning Coffee Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

American/Danish Mid-Century walnut coffee table with a gently diamond-shaped top resting on a structured stretcher base with four tapered legs and stretcher shelf with caned inset...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom with Green Upholstery
Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom with Green Upholstery

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom with Green Upholstery

$7,500

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom with Green Upholstery

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century rectangular floating bench with a green fabric upholstered seat resting on a wooden floating frame base. (JENS RISOM).  

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Set of 2 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s
Set of 2 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

Set of 2 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

$7,295 / set

Set of 2 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a limited set of two restored Model C-108 armchairs designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from frames, legs and arms of solid black walnut replete wit...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern 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

Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom
Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

$8,500

Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage walnut sofa designed by the iconic designer Jens Risom in the United States, circa 1950s. Transform your living space with this exquisitely ref...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Leather

Jens Risom T 390 Coffee Table with Magazine Holder
Jens Risom T 390 Coffee Table with Magazine Holder

Jens Risom T 390 Coffee Table with Magazine Holder

$2,800

Jens Risom T 390 Coffee Table with Magazine Holder

By Jens Risom

Located in Highland, IN

This uncommon model T 390 walnut coffee table by Jens Risom has a beautiful soft boat shape to the top which appears to float above the base and has an opening to accommodate books o...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Daybed by Jens Risom
Daybed by Jens Risom

Daybed by Jens Risom

$9,500

Daybed by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Dallas, TX

A Jens Risom daybed with walnut frame and steel glides. Fully restored.

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1960s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing
Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing

Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing

$16,000

Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing

By Jens Risom

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A three (3) seat sofa on a teak frame base retaining the original yellow upholstery.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

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...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Vintage Midcentury Danish Jens Risom Teak Glass Bar Cart
Vintage Midcentury Danish Jens Risom Teak Glass Bar Cart

Vintage Midcentury Danish Jens Risom Teak Glass Bar Cart

$1,520Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Midcentury Danish Jens Risom Teak Glass Bar Cart

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

Jens Risom emigrated from Europe to the U.S. when he was just 23 years of age. Like other Scandinavian designers such as Josef Frank and Kaare Klint, Risom continued to honour tradition in modern design, combining old and new in highly original ways. Jens Risom's career has spanned nearly sixty years. He began his study of design in the Copehagen 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 webbing and has inspired countless imitations. Vintage Midcentury Jens Risom teak...

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

Materials

Teak

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 ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

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.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1960s Jens Risom Designs Large 3-Drawer Cabinet / Credenza American Black Walnut
1960s Jens Risom Designs Large 3-Drawer Cabinet / Credenza American Black Walnut

1960s Jens Risom Designs Large 3-Drawer Cabinet / Credenza American Black Walnut

$5,000

1960s Jens Risom Designs Large 3-Drawer Cabinet / Credenza American Black Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a walnut credenza, designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company, Jens Risom Designs. It was handcrafted in the USA in the 1960s. It has a beautifully grained walnut cas...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Magazine Side Table M6500 in Lacquered Oak by Jens Risom for Fredericia
Magazine Side Table M6500 in Lacquered Oak by Jens Risom for Fredericia

Magazine Side Table M6500 in Lacquered Oak by Jens Risom for Fredericia

$1,132 / item

Magazine Side Table M6500 in Lacquered Oak by Jens Risom for Fredericia

By Fredericia, Jens Risom

Located in Dubai, AE

Designed in 1949, the Magazine Table is a great example of Danish-American designer Jens Risom’s stylish and innovative approach to modern design. The dynamic side table with its ic...

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2010s Latvian Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Oak

1960s Jens Risom Designs 2-Door Cabinet / Credenza in Walnut, Small
1960s Jens Risom Designs 2-Door Cabinet / Credenza in Walnut, Small

1960s Jens Risom Designs 2-Door Cabinet / Credenza in Walnut, Small

$3,000

1960s Jens Risom Designs 2-Door Cabinet / Credenza in Walnut, Small

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a walnut two-door cabinet, designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company, Jens Risom Designs. It was handcrafted in the USA in the 1960s. It has a beautifully grained wa...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1950s Jens Risom C-106 Walnut Arm Chair in Original Brown Leather 3x Available
1950s Jens Risom C-106 Walnut Arm Chair in Original Brown Leather 3x Available

1950s Jens Risom C-106 Walnut Arm Chair in Original Brown Leather 3x Available

$1,400 / item

1950s Jens Risom C-106 Walnut Arm Chair in Original Brown Leather 3x Available

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a single (three chairs are available, though the price listed is for each chair) C-106 chair, designed by Jens Risom and produced by Jens Risom Design Inc. in the late 1950s....

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1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, 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 ...

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1940s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Wood

1960s Jens Risom Design Stereo Entertainment Cabinet Unit in Walnut
1960s Jens Risom Design Stereo Entertainment Cabinet Unit in Walnut

1960s Jens Risom Design Stereo Entertainment Cabinet Unit in Walnut

$6,500

1960s Jens Risom Design Stereo Entertainment Cabinet Unit in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Large Entertainment Cabinet, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs in the mid-1960s. The unit stands on four tapered legs, and has rich walnut veneered sides. There is p...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

Pair of Jens Risom 666 Side Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Jens Risom 666 Side Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Jens Risom 666 Side Chairs for Knoll

$2,250 / set

Pair of Jens Risom 666 Side Chairs for Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Jens Risom chairs made in the 1940s, model “666” of the 600 series from 1941.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Birch

Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666
Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666

Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666

$8,900 / set

Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Baltimore, MD

Spectacular set of 10 beautifully, ebonized, dining room chairs model "666" of the "600" a model introduced by Knoll Associates in 1941, by iconic designer Jens Risom for Knoll manuf...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood

Walnut End Table by Jens Risom
Walnut End Table by Jens Risom

Walnut End Table by Jens Risom

$3,200

Walnut End Table by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An expressive end table in rich walnut having raised and curved tapered side rails connected directly to the legs that support a floating top.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Jens Risom, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Jens Risom, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s

$5,400

Jens Risom, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in High Point, NC

A green fabric and wood lounge chair, Model 602, designed by Jens Risom and produced by Knoll, USA, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. O...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut
1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut

$2,750

1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Nightstand, 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 n...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Model T-390 Coffee table with magazine rack, by Jens Risom
Model T-390 Coffee table with magazine rack, by Jens Risom

Model T-390 Coffee table with magazine rack, by Jens Risom

$4,800

Model T-390 Coffee table with magazine rack, by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Model T 390 walnut coffee table by Jens Risom in walnut made in 1955, has a beautiful soft boat shape to the top which appears to float above the base and has an opening to accommoda...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Walnut

1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products
1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products

1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products

$5,950

1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare and early Jens Risom Sofa, model number 23, produced by Knoll and labelled H.G. Knoll Products. This particular examples dates to circa 1949....

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1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch
C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch

C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch

$6,000 / set

C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Risom Lounge chairs, Model 654LC, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. These are early examples, dating to C. 1946. The listed price includes the pair. Their c...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Birch

1960s Jens Risom Design Inc. Dining or Conference Table in Walnut 5 ft x 15 ft
1960s Jens Risom Design Inc. Dining or Conference Table in Walnut 5 ft x 15 ft

1960s Jens Risom Design Inc. Dining or Conference Table in Walnut 5 ft x 15 ft

$15,000

1960s Jens Risom Design Inc. Dining or Conference Table in Walnut 5 ft x 15 ft

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Group 8 Walnut Conference or Dining Table, designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company Jens Risom Design Inc. It features an oval top with a two-toned wood veneer th...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

Jens Risom Loveseats, a pair
Jens Risom Loveseats, a pair

Jens Risom Loveseats, a pair

$16,500 / set

Jens Risom Loveseats, a pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s, signed. Both have been fully refinished and reupholstered in Maharam Hearth with new foam. There is still age-appropriate wear though including light cracking, chips to the...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Studio Walnut Round Floating Coffee/Side/Cocktail Table Midcentury
Jens Risom Studio Walnut Round Floating Coffee/Side/Cocktail Table Midcentury

Jens Risom Studio Walnut Round Floating Coffee/Side/Cocktail Table Midcentury

$2,670

Jens Risom Studio Walnut Round Floating Coffee/Side/Cocktail Table Midcentury

By Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Design Studio walnut sculptural round coffee table with white floating top. Item features solid walnut sculptural base, walnut top with walnut t...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Flip Top Console Dining Table
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Flip Top Console Dining Table

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Flip Top Console Dining Table

$3,895

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Flip Top Console Dining Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Flip Top Console Dining Table This flip top console table measures: 60 wide x 21 deep x 28.75 inches high, with ...

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

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee

$4,195

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee This settee measures: 52 wide x 30 deep x 32.5 inches high, with a seat height of 15.75 inches Great Vintage Condition - Minor Areas of Wear o...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Design 36 inch Cabinet / Dresser in Walnut
1970s Jens Risom Design 36 inch Cabinet / Dresser in Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Design 36 inch Cabinet / Dresser in Walnut

$4,000

1970s Jens Risom Design 36 inch Cabinet / Dresser in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Cabinet / Dresser, designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company, Jens Risom Designs. It was handcrafted in the USA in the 1970s. It has a beautifully grained w...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Mahogany and Aluminum Cabinet Designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc
Mahogany and Aluminum Cabinet Designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc

Mahogany and Aluminum Cabinet Designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc

$5,500

Mahogany and Aluminum Cabinet Designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc

By Jens Risom

Located in Stamford, CT

A Mahogany sideboard with aluminum hardware designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc, circa 1960s. Labled on interior of top drawer. Two cabinets with shelfs, the third with drawers.      

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

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

$7,500

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Credenza / Cabinet, designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company, Jens Risom Designs. It was handcrafted in the USA in the 1970s. It has a beautifully grained ...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut
1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut

1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut

$3,000

1970s Jens Risom Design 27 inch Cabinet / Nightstand in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Nightstand, 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 n...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Risom/Marble Corporation Walnut Armchair
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Risom/Marble Corporation Walnut Armchair

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Risom/Marble Corporation Walnut Armchair

$599

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Risom/Marble Corporation Walnut Armchair

By Jens Risom

Located in West Chester, PA

Jens Risom solid walnut arm chair with the original burnt orange upholstery for Risom/Marble Corporation with the original tags intact underneath.

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Travertine Top Side End Table
Jens Risom Mid Century Travertine Top Side End Table

Jens Risom Mid Century Travertine Top Side End Table

$1,295

Jens Risom Mid Century Travertine Top Side End Table

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Travertine Top Side End Table This side table measures: 19.75 wide x 19.75 deep x 17 inches high Great Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a controlled...

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

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Travertine

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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple
1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple

1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple

$950

1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original Jens Risom for Knoll Associates 666 WSP dining chair, circa 1940s. The chair is in gorgeous original condition with some patina and wear shown to the s...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Maple

Jens Risom Mid-Century U-150 Loveseat with New Upholstery
Jens Risom Mid-Century U-150 Loveseat with New Upholstery

Jens Risom Mid-Century U-150 Loveseat with New Upholstery

$5,200Sale Price|20% Off

Jens Risom Mid-Century U-150 Loveseat with New Upholstery

By Jens Risom

Located in Sacramento, CA

Model U-150 loveseat designed by Jens Risom and produced by Jens Risom Design. An iconic piece of minimalist mid-century design by the legendary Danish-American designer, this piece...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa
Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa

$6,495

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 80 wide x 30.5 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 24 inches Fair Vint...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Large Jens Risom Desk
Large Jens Risom Desk

Large Jens Risom Desk

$7,700

Large Jens Risom Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Large vintage Jens Risom solid walnut desk. Has a single pull-out drawer. Desk has a glass top. Great for an office or home.  

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Glass, 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

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.

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

Mid-Century Modern 3-Drawer Chest by Jens Risom
Mid-Century Modern 3-Drawer Chest by Jens Risom

Mid-Century Modern 3-Drawer Chest by Jens Risom

$2,880

Mid-Century Modern 3-Drawer Chest by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This exceptional three-drawer chest is a quintessential example of mid-century American-Scandinavian modernism, designed by the legendary Jens Risom. True to Risom’s signature philos...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Cherry

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza

$4,595

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: 54.25 wide x 20.25 deep x 27.5 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Scratches on Top Surface. Credenza has ...

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

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by Jens with Walnut Bases
Scandinavian Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by Jens with Walnut Bases

Scandinavian Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by Jens with Walnut Bases

$9,000 / set

Scandinavian Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by Jens with Walnut Bases

By Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

What makes this pair of chairs really stand out is how high backed they are. This is particularly special and unusual for Mid Century lounge chairs. If you are looking for a pair to ...

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Jens Risom General Purpose Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Set of 4
Jens Risom General Purpose Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Set of 4

Jens Risom General Purpose Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Set of 4

$2,595 / set

Jens Risom General Purpose Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Set of 4

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom General Purpose Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 22 wide x 21 deep x 32.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17.25 inches ...

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

Materials

Walnut

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Stool
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Stool

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Stool

$1,875

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Stool

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century walnut stool This stool is 16 wide x 19 deep x 37.25 inches high, with a seat height of 27 inches All pieces of furnit...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern 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

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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