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Jens Risom Seating

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
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of walnut lounge chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s. Expertly restored by Stamford Modern, the solid walnut frames feature a rich natural fini...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Mohair, Walnut

Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

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Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a newly restored set of two iconic Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs designed by the influential Jens Risom with accompanying side chairs designed in the manner of Risom. The ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s
Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

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Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large set of eight Jens Risom Playboy dining chairs professionally reupholstered in super soft and curly camel fabric. An exemplar of Mid-Century Modern design, Danish American Jens ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs

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Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of walnut lounge chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s. Expertly restored by Stamford Modern, the solid walnut frames feature a rich natural fini...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

Vintage Jens Risom Six Foot (6ft) Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An uncommon six (6) foot long floating bench. Features a walnut frame base with a slightly curved cushion. A classic and timeless design that could blend into a variety of different ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Jens Risom Six Foot (6ft) Floating Bench
Vintage Jens Risom Six Foot (6ft) Floating Bench

Vintage Jens Risom Six Foot (6ft) Floating Bench

Jens Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut and Black Leather
By Design Within Reach, Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Jens Risom lounge chair and ottoman. Originally designed in 1949 for the Caribe Hilton Hotel in Puerto Rico, this set is as modern and timeless as ever. This is a recent auth...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Jens Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut and Black Leather
Jens Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut and Black Leather

Jens Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut and Black Leather

20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design
By Jens Risom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century Modern American two seater sofa or settee with four pillows, designed and produced by Jens Risom Design, Model U-151, in good condition. The seat, back rest of the divano is slightly inclinated with a button-tufted back and two straight arms, supported by a hand crafted Walnut frame, standing of four small curved wooden feet. Newly upholstered in an orange velvet. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1955, New York, United States. Seat: 18.5" H x 44.5" W x 19.5" D Pillows: 20" H x 20" W x 7" D Jens Risom was a Danish, American furniture designer born in 1916, in Copenhagen, Denmark and passed away in 2016, in New Canaan, United States. He finished his apprenticeship as a designer at the Copenhagen School...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design
20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design

20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design

Set of 14 Mid Century Jens Risom Oak Orange Dining Conference Arm Chairs MCM
By Jens Risom
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite set of 14 Jens Risom Conference / Dining Chairs. Features an intriguing orange polkadot fabric set within an oak frame with flared arms and straight legs. Marked along...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

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

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

Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning pair of authentic mid century lounge chairs by Jens Risom. This pair of chairs is absolutely breathtaking, the gorgeous olive green mohair (vegan) contrasts the beautiful wa...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Walnut, Mohair

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

Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom

Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a newly restored set of two iconic Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs designed by the influential Jens Risom with accompanying side chairs designed in the manner of Risom. The ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s
Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

Set of 6 Model C140 "Playboy" by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
signed 1960s bench with floating rectangular upholstered seat resting on a walnut base with square-form tapering legs connected by two stretchers; makers label to inner stretcher; Je...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench
Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Jens Risom lounge chairs in brown webbing for Knoll. The seat is removable and adjustable from lounge to occasional chairs.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a beautiful upholstered armchair designed by Jens Risom for HG Knoll & Associates in the 1940s. It is one of the early, iconic chairs that ushered in a period of incredible mid-century modern design. The solid Birch frame cradles a foam cushioned seat that was recently reupholstered in Knoll Maharam fabrics. The fabric is timeless and high-quality, and it suits the lighter birch wood color perfectly. This is more than just a collectible MCM chair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Birch

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll Associates
Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll Associates

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll Associates

Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( A )
By Jens Risom
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very nice sized Danish styled Mid Century loveseat upholstered in a tight woven blue contract fabric which is original to this piece . Framed in a medium dark walnut with great bac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( A )
Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( A )

Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( A )

Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large set of eight Jens Risom Playboy dining chairs professionally reupholstered in super soft and curly camel fabric. An exemplar of Mid-Century Modern design, Danish American Jens ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs

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....
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Leather, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

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Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a newly restored set of iconic Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs designed by the influential Jens Risom. The "Playboy" derivation was coined after a July 1961 Playboy article o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's
Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's

Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's

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Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.
By Jean Prouvé, Jens Risom, Marcel Gascoin, Florence Knoll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Set of six chairs designed by Jens Risom. The oldest model features a solid oak structure and natural reed weaving for both the backrest and seat. The chairs have developed a beautif...
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1950s French Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Oak

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.
Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.

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Early edition of the 666 chair by Jens Risom, produced by De Coene
By De Coene Frères, Jens Risom
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
This early edition of the 666 chair was produced by De Coene. Since 1954 De Coene became the Benelux producer of the expensive Knoll furniture. This rare old set of chairs are in all...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Wood

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

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

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.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

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

Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, 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 Al...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored
By Jens Risom
Located in Kansas City, MO
This Jens Risom high back tufted back sofa has ben expertly restored and reupholstered in an off white fabric. Like new and ready to ship.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery

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

Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored

Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Designed by Danish-born Jens Risom, this vintage chair is beautiful perfection. The comfortably contoured faux leather seat floats in an exquisite, oiled walnut frame. The original ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Faux Leather, Walnut

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

Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This armchair is an early example of Jens Risom's design for Knoll and is a simple yet innovative design. The chair is two separate pieces: a singular seat / back component is simply...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Birch, Textile

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll
Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

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 Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original Model 2117 Chair, designed by Jens Risom for his company Jens Risom Design Inc. Beautifully restored in plush Knoll mohair velvet. Angular lines of the lounge chair contr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Mohair, Walnut

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman
Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Immaculate Jens Risom Model-250 High back Armless Slipper Sofa. This sofa is STUNNING, the armless, slightly reclined silhouette and gorgeous walnut frames gives it a very simple, y...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Walnut

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom

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.
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1950s Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Fabric, Maple

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

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic three seat sofa by Jens Risom, ca' 1960's. Sculpted and recessed walnut base, model #2516. Freshly reupholstered and ready to be enjoyed for many years. The cushions are re...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's
Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's

Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's

Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Jens Risom scoop chairs for Hans Knoll A pair of very early Knoll post war design scoop chairs by Jens Risom. Each has been completely restored in a luxurious Sandra Jordan ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Alpaca

Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll
Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll

Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll

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Mid Century Modern Danish Jens Risom Set 4 Teak Dining Chairs 1960 Reupholstered
By Jens Risom
Located in Portland, OR
A very stylish set of four Jens Risom (1916-2016) Danish Mid Century Modern teal dining chairs, circa 1960. The chairs have just been professionally reupholstered in a very high quality black & cream checkerboard fabric. The floating backs above a slightly curved seat, the square legs with a ribbed edge moulding and a single stretcher bar to the back. The chairs are very comfortable and provide great lumbar support for one's back, condition is very good, the chairs are sturdy and robust, the teak has been polished in Bloomsbury's workshops and the upholstery is fresh, this very stylish set of four Danish MCM...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Mid Century Modern Danish Jens Risom Set 4 Teak Dining Chairs 1960 Reupholstered
Mid Century Modern Danish Jens Risom Set 4 Teak Dining Chairs 1960 Reupholstered

Mid Century Modern Danish Jens Risom Set 4 Teak Dining Chairs 1960 Reupholstered

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Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
signed 1960s bench with floating rectangular upholstered seat resting on a walnut base with square-form tapering legs connected by two stretchers; makers label to inner stretcher; Je...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench
Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Floating Bench

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Jens Risom Original Pair of Side Chairs for Walter Knoll, Circa 1940's
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of early Knoll side chairs by designer Jens Risom. Circa 1940's. In original condition, with wear shown throughout and near the bottom of the legs. The chairs have been lightl...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Nylon, Birch

Jens Risom Original Pair of Side Chairs for Walter Knoll, Circa 1940's
Jens Risom Original Pair of Side Chairs for Walter Knoll, Circa 1940's

Jens Risom Original Pair of Side Chairs for Walter Knoll, Circa 1940's

Signed Jens Risom Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Signed Jens Risom Floating Bench
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Signed Jens Risom Floating Bench
Signed Jens Risom Floating Bench

Signed Jens Risom Floating Bench

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair This lounge chair measures: 29 wide x 30 deep x 33.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches All pieces of furniture can be...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of sculptural slipper chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s, fully restored by Stamford Modern. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s
Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s

Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s

Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair with Ottoman
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair with Ottoman The chair measures: 37.5 wide x 37.5 deep x 42 high, with a seat height of 15 inches and arm height/chair ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Southampton, NJ
Classic early Knoll Associates sofa designed by Jens Risom in the early 1940s. Solid birch base with sleek angled and tapering legs support a comfortable cantilevered seat with origi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

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

Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee

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" - ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

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Leather, Oak

Jens Risom Desk Chair
Jens Risom Desk Chair

Jens Risom Desk Chair

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.
By Jean Prouvé, Jens Risom, Marcel Gascoin, Florence Knoll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Set of six chairs designed by Jens Risom. The oldest model features a solid oak structure and natural reed weaving for both the backrest and seat. The chairs have developed a beautif...
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1950s French Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.
Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.

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...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

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

Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing

Beautiful Armchair by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dallas, TX
Fully restored conversation chair designed by Jens Risom. Excellent condition.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Beautiful Armchair by Jens Risom
Beautiful Armchair by Jens Risom

Beautiful Armchair by Jens Risom

Pair of Jens Risom for Ralph Pucci Metallic Space Age A-Chairs
By Jens Risom, Ralph Pucci
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime pair of mid-century modern chairs designed by Jens Risom (1916-2016 Danish-American) in 1961. Known as the A-chair featuring a graceful and elegant sinuous design. Risom joined Ralph Pucci...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Jens Risom for Ralph Pucci Metallic Space Age A-Chairs
Pair of Jens Risom for Ralph Pucci Metallic Space Age A-Chairs

Pair of Jens Risom for Ralph Pucci Metallic Space Age A-Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Model 37 Loveseat Sofa For Knoll
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This early Jens Risom model 37 loveseat sofa for Knoll is a classic example of Mid-Century Modern design. The fully upholstered sofa features a high back with rounded edges and reces...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

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

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

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll International
By Jens Risom
Located in Munich, DE
Jens Risom lounge chair for Knoll International. Webbing redone. model no. 652. LOCATED IN HAMBURG
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll International
Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll International

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll International

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Playboy Lounge Chair, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern "Playboy" lounge chair or club chair By Jens Risom USA, 1960s Sculpted solid walnut frame, with original tan upholstery. Measures: 22.25"W x...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of sculptural slipper chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s, fully restored by Stamford Modern. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s
Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s

Set of Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom in Teddy Wool , C. 1950s

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Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen, Model U430 for Risom, Inc. Circa, 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
Experience the epitome of mid-century modern elegance with our fully restored walnut lounge chairs from the 1950s, a timeless creation by Jens Risom for Risom, Inc. Meticulously refu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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Linen, Walnut

Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen, Model U430 for Risom, Inc. Circa, 1950s
Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen, Model U430 for Risom, Inc. Circa, 1950s

Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen, Model U430 for Risom, Inc. Circa, 1950s

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Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Immaculate Jens Risom Model-250 High back Armless Slipper Sofa. This sofa is STUNNING, the armless, slightly reclined silhouette and gorgeous walnut frames gives it a very simple, y...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom

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Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chairs in Ivory Shearling, circa 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom lounge chairs expertly reupholstered in soft ivory shearling with professionally refinished walnut frames. An exem...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Hide, Walnut

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

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

13 jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll
By Jens Risom, Knoll
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 Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

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

13 jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll

Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a newly restored set of iconic Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs designed by the influential Jens Risom. The "Playboy" derivation was coined after a July 1961 Playboy article o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's
Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's

Set of 2 Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960's

Mid Century Risom for Knoll Vostra Slipper Chair c 1940/50's
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century armless slipper chair, known as the Vostra chair, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll circa 1940/50's. This example is structurally soun...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Risom for Knoll Vostra Slipper Chair c 1940/50's
Mid Century Risom for Knoll Vostra Slipper Chair c 1940/50's

Mid Century Risom for Knoll Vostra Slipper Chair c 1940/50's

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 ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, 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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 23 wide x 24 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 18 ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

Rare Pair of Risom for Knoll 666 Chairs
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Early and hard to find design by Jens Risom for Knoll, model 666 chairs having birch frames and cloth webbing seats. These chairs are in original and untouch...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Rare Pair of Risom for Knoll 666 Chairs
Rare Pair of Risom for Knoll 666 Chairs

Rare Pair of Risom for Knoll 666 Chairs

Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll
By Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll. Original condition.
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1980s American Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll
Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll

Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll

Jens Risom Teak Wood Arm Chair In Black Striped Chenille
By Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Danish Modern style teak wood arm chair in black striped chenille upholstery. Single Danish teak wood arm chair has a thick sloping seat and a form fitting back cushion. Angular and ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Teak

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

Jens Risom Teak Wood Arm Chair In Black Striped Chenille

Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( B )
By Jens Risom
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very nice sized Danish styled Mid Century loveseat upholstered in a tight woven blue contract fabric which is original to this piece . Framed in a medium dark walnut with great bac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( B )
Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( B )

Jens Risom Mid Century Danish Styled Loveseat ( B )

Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1960s
By Jens Risom, B.L. Marble Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
This sofa has been fully refinished, features new foam, and has been reupholstered in Maharam “Hearth” fabric - it feature a solid, white oak frame that has been steam-bent. While it...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1960s
Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1960s

Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1960s

Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A comfortable and stylish Jens Risom upholstered armchair, circa 1950s. Rare design with original early label still intact.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jens Risom for Walter Knoll, 'Vostra' chair, beech, canvas, brass, United States, design 1941, production 1950s An elegant lounge chair featuring exquisite canvas webbing, this piec...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Brass

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

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing

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Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
An exquisite pair of mid-century modern armchairs designed by Jens Risom, crafted circa 1960-1969. Meticulously restored, the walnut framework shines with renewed beauty, complemente...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s
Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s

Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s

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Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll
By Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll. Original condition.
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1980s American Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll
Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll

Jens Risom Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll

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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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

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 Seating

Materials

Cowhide, 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

Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic slipper or armless chairs by Jens Risom-original, vintage 1950's production. Walnut frames have a beautiful patina, newly reupholstered in Brunschwig & Fils linen, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's

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 Seating

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

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

Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing

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.
Category

1950s Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Lounge Chair by Jens Risom
Lounge Chair by Jens Risom

Lounge Chair by Jens Risom

Jens Risom C-120 Armchair
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this handsome 1950's model C-120 Jens Risom armchair in exceptional all-original condition. The chair features an exposed, solid walnut frame with an elegan...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Jens Risom C-120 Armchair

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621
By Jens Risom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jens Risom Bench An iconic form Re-upholstered in Boucle Fabric Original label present.  
Category

1950s American Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621

Cognac / Brown Leather Webbed Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom for Vostra
By Jens Risom
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of leather webbed lounge chair and matching ottoman, designed by Jens Risom and manufactured by Vostra (Walter Knoll) in Germany. Made of black...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cognac / Brown Leather Webbed Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom for Vostra
Cognac / Brown Leather Webbed Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom for Vostra

Cognac / Brown Leather Webbed Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom for Vostra

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....
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

Jens Risom seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Jens Risom seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 189 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Craft Associates, Charles Eames, and Directional. Prices for Jens Risom seating 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 $4,200.

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Questions About Jens Risom Seating
  • Who is Jens Risom?
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    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?
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    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?
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    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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