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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 Mid Century Walnut Round Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Round Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Round Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves

$4,595

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Round Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Round Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves This table measures: 48 wide x 48 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches, each leaf...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Off-White Vinyl and Teak Dining Side Chair
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Off-White Vinyl and Teak Dining Side Chair

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Off-White Vinyl and Teak Dining Side Chair

$3,200

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Off-White Vinyl and Teak Dining Side Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century dining side chair with a teak wood frame and off-white vinyl upholstered seat and chair back. (JENS RISOM) Discoloration and small tears in upholstery.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak

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

Jens Risom for Knoll Striped Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair
Jens Risom for Knoll Striped Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair

Jens Risom for Knoll Striped Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair

$8,500

Jens Risom for Knoll Striped Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century Modern slipper / side chair with red, blue, yellow, and beige striped fabric upholstery, resting on an angled blonde wood base with angled and tapered legs. (JENS RISOM F...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Single Drawer Console Tables
Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Single Drawer Console Tables

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Single Drawer Console Tables

$5,800 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Single Drawer Console Tables

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Danish Mid-Century console tables with walnut frames and rectangular table tops with a single drawer beneath. (JENS RISOM) (PRICED AS Pair) Finish is damaged.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, 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.  

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Floating Top Walnut Coffee Table / Benches
Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Floating Top Walnut Coffee Table / Benches

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Floating Top Walnut Coffee Table / Benches

$5,500 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Floating Top Walnut Coffee Table / Benches

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Danish Mid-Century walnut coffee tables / benches with floating tops supported by a walnut stretcher base with four tapered legs. (JENS RISOM) (PRICED AS Pair) Damage to fi...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Model C-275 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Jens Risom Model C-275 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Jens Risom Model C-275 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$2,595 / set

Jens Risom Model C-275 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Model C-275 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 18.25 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18 inches F...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, 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

American Mid-Century Modern "Playboy" Armchair Model C-140 by Jens Risom
American Mid-Century Modern "Playboy" Armchair Model C-140 by Jens Risom

American Mid-Century Modern "Playboy" Armchair Model C-140 by Jens Risom

$1,750

American Mid-Century Modern "Playboy" Armchair Model C-140 by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

American mid-century modern "Playboy" armchair model C-140 by Jens Risom, circa 1960s. The chair is in very good original condition with a solid walnut frame and NEW vibrant blue fab...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Walnut Chest of Drawers
Jens Risom Walnut Chest of Drawers

Jens Risom Walnut Chest of Drawers

$2,800

Jens Risom Walnut Chest of Drawers

By Jens Risom

Located in Astoria, NY

Jens Risom Walnut Chest of Drawers, with three frieze drawers on four tapered legs, "Jens Risom Design, Inc." label to reverse. 32" H x 36" W x 21" D. Provenance: From a 5th Avenue...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

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 ...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair

$595

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair. Featuring a straight line design, wooden frame with slanted arms, new gray upholstery, and a beautif...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Oak and Light Gray Laminate Serving Trolley
Jens Risom Danish Oak and Light Gray Laminate Serving Trolley

Jens Risom Danish Oak and Light Gray Laminate Serving Trolley

$3,950

Jens Risom Danish Oak and Light Gray Laminate Serving Trolley

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century two-tier serving trolley with an oak frame, light gray laminate shelf surfaces, and a removable tray top, resting on four casters. (JENS RISOM)

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Laminate, Oak

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

Grete Jalk, Unique. Lounge Chair with Frame of mahogany
Grete Jalk, Unique. Lounge Chair with Frame of mahogany

Grete Jalk, Unique. Lounge Chair with Frame of mahogany

$7,112

Grete Jalk, Unique. Lounge Chair with Frame of mahogany

By Jens Risom, Grete Jalk

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Grete Jalk, unique lounge chair in mahogany Original upholsteret with light patinated nature leather. Made by Niels Risom. Only made one of these.

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of 4 Model C-108 Armchairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960s
Set of 4 Model C-108 Armchairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960s

Set of 4 Model C-108 Armchairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960s

$12,995 / set

Set of 4 Model C-108 Armchairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Chairs, Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s
Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Chairs, Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Chairs, Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

$12,995 / set

Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Chairs, Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s
Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

$12,995 / set

Set of 4 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Strap Stool
Early Jens Risom for Knoll Strap Stool

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Strap Stool

$650

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Strap Stool

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in St. Louis, MO

Early Jens Risom for Knoll strap stool for Knoll, missing label, but date stamped May 15, 1952. Original finish shows age, original strap webbing wor...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Maple

1950s Jens Risom Design Round Side Table in Walnut 25"
1950s Jens Risom Design Round Side Table in Walnut 25"

1950s Jens Risom Design Round Side Table in Walnut 25"

$2,500

1950s Jens Risom Design Round Side Table in Walnut 25"

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a side table, originally designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. This particular example was handcrafted in the United States and dates back to the 1960s. The design is...

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Maple

1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB
1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB

1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB

$900

1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Risom side chair, Model 666C-WB, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This is an early example, dating to the early 1950s. The design features a lacquered maple frame,...

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Steel

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Coffee / Cocktail Table with Magazine Rack
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Coffee / Cocktail Table with Magazine Rack

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Coffee / Cocktail Table with Magazine Rack

$7,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Coffee / Cocktail Table with Magazine Rack

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century walnut coffee table with a rectangular top with tapered edges and a rectangular cutout on one side resting on a stretcher base with built-in magazine rack and four...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Off-White Shou Patterned Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench
Jens Risom Danish Off-White Shou Patterned Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

Jens Risom Danish Off-White Shou Patterned Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

$7,500

Jens Risom Danish Off-White Shou Patterned Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

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 Danish Mid-Century Beige Leather and Walnut Console Table
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Beige Leather and Walnut Console Table

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Beige Leather and Walnut Console Table

$4,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Beige Leather and Walnut Console Table

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

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

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

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

$5,900

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century lazy susan end / side table with a rotating circular top with an off-center circular cutout supported by four tapered square wooden legs. (JENS RISOM) Minor wear ...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare Model C-108 Armchair in Walnut, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s
Rare Model C-108 Armchair in Walnut, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

Rare Model C-108 Armchair in Walnut, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

$3,895 / item

Rare Model C-108 Armchair in Walnut, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare restored Model C-108 armchair designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from a frame, legs and arms of solid black walnut replete with exceptional ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Pair of Jens Risom Model 2137 Walnut "Floating" Lounge Chairs in Olive Velvet
Pair of Jens Risom Model 2137 Walnut "Floating" Lounge Chairs in Olive Velvet

Pair of Jens Risom Model 2137 Walnut "Floating" Lounge Chairs in Olive Velvet

$14,000 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Model 2137 Walnut "Floating" Lounge Chairs in Olive Velvet

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These exceptional Jens Risom Model 2137 lounge chairs supported by sculptural walnut bases are scarce examples of the 1961 design. They are relatively small in scale, though the sea...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Early Jens Risom Coffee Table, Solid Cherry Top
Early Jens Risom Coffee Table, Solid Cherry Top

Early Jens Risom Coffee Table, Solid Cherry Top

$3,234Sale Price|20% Off

Early Jens Risom Coffee Table, Solid Cherry Top

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Risom for Risom Inc. Coffee table. Bow shaped ends with architectural splayed base.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Mid-Century Danish Single Bed Head & Footboards with Vinyl Cushions
Jens Risom Mid-Century Danish Single Bed Head & Footboards with Vinyl Cushions

Jens Risom Mid-Century Danish Single Bed Head & Footboards with Vinyl Cushions

$3,600 / set

Jens Risom Mid-Century Danish Single Bed Head & Footboards with Vinyl Cushions

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

4 SETS of Mid-Century Danish single / twin size teak rectangular bed headboards and footboards with mustard yellow vinyl cushions (JENS RISOM)(PRICED PER SET)(Similar headboards: DUF...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Teak

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 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 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 for Knoll Mid Century Slipper Chair
Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Slipper Chair

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Slipper Chair

$2,095

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Slipper Chair

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Slipper Chair This chair measures: 24 wide x 29.5 deep x 30.75 high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 15.5 inches Good Vintage Condition - Min...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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Steel

1960s Set of Seven Jens Risom Design Model C-108 Dining Arm Chairs in Walnut
1960s Set of Seven Jens Risom Design Model C-108 Dining Arm Chairs in Walnut

1960s Set of Seven Jens Risom Design Model C-108 Dining Arm Chairs in Walnut

$11,500 / set

1960s Set of Seven Jens Risom Design Model C-108 Dining Arm Chairs in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of seven American Walnut Armchairs, Model C-108, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs in 1948 shortly after his departure from Knoll. This set dates to the 1960s, a...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Steel

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

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

$7,500

1970s Jens Risom Designs 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...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Brass

Jens Risom for Knoll Light Gray Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair
Jens Risom for Knoll Light Gray Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair

Jens Risom for Knoll Light Gray Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair

$8,500

Jens Risom for Knoll Light Gray Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper / Side Chair

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

"Mid-Century Modern slipper / side chair with light gray sateen fabric upholstery, resting on an angled blonde wood base with angled and tapered legs. (JENS RISOM FOR KNOLL)(Similar ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Set of 8 Jens Risom Danish Black Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchairs
Set of 8 Jens Risom Danish Black Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchairs

Set of 8 Jens Risom Danish Black Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchairs

$35,000 / set

Set of 8 Jens Risom Danish Black Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 8 Danish Mid-Century "Playboy" armchairs with angular teak wood frames and black woven fabric upholstered seats and backs with button tufting. (JENS RISOM)(PRICED AS Set) Uph...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

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

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

$7,400

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

By Jens Risom

Located in North Miami, FL

Wonderful authentic labelled vintage Jens Risom chairs in Walnut frame and upholstered in a sumptuous Rolex green suede. The walnut frame has been lovingly refinished to its origina...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Suede, Walnut

Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs
Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs

Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs

$7,200 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Jens Risom armchairs with black lacquered wood frames.   

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Multi-Colored Geometric Pattern Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench
Jens Risom Multi-Colored Geometric Pattern Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

Jens Risom Multi-Colored Geometric Pattern Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

$7,500

Jens Risom Multi-Colored Geometric Pattern Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century rectangular floating bench with a geometrically patterned blue, green, and orange 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 Model C-108 Chairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s
Set of 2 Model C-108 Chairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

Set of 2 Model C-108 Chairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

$7,295 / set

Set of 2 Model C-108 Chairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

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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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

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Walnut

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

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Walnut

Jens Risom Shaped Teak and Striped Upholstered Lounge Armchair
Jens Risom Shaped Teak and Striped Upholstered Lounge Armchair

Jens Risom Shaped Teak and Striped Upholstered Lounge Armchair

$8,500

Jens Risom Shaped Teak and Striped Upholstered Lounge Armchair

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish mid-century lounge armchair with a shaped teak frame with two wooden armrests, and seat and back cushions upholstered in a blue, gold, red, and beige striped fabric, resting o...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

Jens Risom for Knoll Multi-Colored Textured Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper
Jens Risom for Knoll Multi-Colored Textured Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper

Jens Risom for Knoll Multi-Colored Textured Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper

$8,500

Jens Risom for Knoll Multi-Colored Textured Upholstered Blonde Wood Slipper

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century Modern slipper / side chair with woven multi-colored fabric upholstery, resting on an angled blonde wood base with angled and tapered legs. (JENS RISOM FOR KNOLL)(Similar...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Upholstery

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

Lounge Chair by Jens Risom
Lounge Chair by Jens Risom

Lounge Chair by Jens Risom

$5,800

Lounge Chair by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Dallas, TX

A large scale lounge chair on walnut base. Designed by Jens Risom. Fully restored and reupholstered.

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1950s Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers

$2,847

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers This chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high We take our photos in a controlled ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom Danish Blue and Green Southwestern Pattern Upholstery
Jens Risom Danish Blue and Green Southwestern Pattern Upholstery

Jens Risom Danish Blue and Green Southwestern Pattern Upholstery

$7,500

Jens Risom Danish Blue and Green Southwestern Pattern Upholstery

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).  

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Black Vinyl Coffee Table
Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Black Vinyl Coffee Table

Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Black Vinyl Coffee Table

$6,900

Jens Risom Mid-Century Diamond Top Walnut and Black Vinyl 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 made of stretched b...

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20th Century American 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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