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.

Creator: Jens Risom

Pair of Early Woven Leather Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

$6,375Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair of Early Woven Leather Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

RARE PAIR of Early woven leather lounge chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll. Made in USA, circa 1950's. Stamped. See images. East Coast Delivery for a fee. Please message for pricing.

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Birch

Jens Risom Desk Chair

$5,200

Jens Risom Desk Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

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

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

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

$6,800 / set

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...

Category

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

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom Design

$3,800 / set

Pair of Vintage Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom Design

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern arm chairs by Jens Risom Design feature extremely thick padded seating, a floating style backrest, and sculpted arm rests. A sturdy walnut fr...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

$1,255

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

By Jens Risom

Located in South Bend, IN

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

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Black Tufted Vinyl and Wood Floating Bench

$9,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Black Tufted Vinyl and Wood Floating Bench

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a black vinyl button tufted seat resting on a wooden floating frame base. (JENS RISOM).

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Light Gray Upholstered Walnut Floating Bench

$9,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Light Gray Upholstered Walnut Floating Bench

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

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

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

$2,200

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This armchair is an early example of Jens Risom's design for Knoll and is a simple yet innovative design. The chair is two separate pieces: a singular seat / back component is simply...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Birch, Textile

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621

$6,500

Jens Risom Floating Bench Model T621

By Jens Risom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Jens Risom Bench An iconic form Re-upholstered in Boucle Fabric Original label present.

Category

1950s American Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's

$12,500

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1960s Sofa Couch MINT!

$12,500

Jens Risom NEW Beige Linen Upholstery Oiled Walnut Frame c1960s Sofa Couch MINT!

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Rockaway, NJ

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

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut, Linen

Jens Risom Mid Century Model U430 Walnut Lounge Chair

$3,347

Jens Risom Mid Century Model U430 Walnut Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Model U430 Walnut Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 26 wide x 29 deep x 29.75 high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair clearance 23.25 inche...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Teak, Caning, and Orange Upholstery Conference Armchairs

$8,550 / set

Jens Risom Teak, Caning, and Orange Upholstery Conference Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 3 Danish mid-century dining/conference armchairs with teak wood frames, caned seat backs, and faintly striped orange fabric upholstered seats. (JENS RISOM)(PRICED AS SET)

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric

$5,750 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Atlanta, GA

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

$8,800

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...

Category

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

Materials

Linen, Walnut

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Leather

Jens Risom Custom Eight Foot Walnut Table/ Bench

$8,500

Jens Risom Custom Eight Foot Walnut Table/ Bench

By Jens Risom

Located in Highland, IN

This spectacular eight foot long table or bench by Jens Risom is not only a beautiful design with it's architectural base with tapered legs and a top that appears to float, it is hig...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Walnut Swivel Lounge Armchairs

$5,120Sale Price / set|35% Off

Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Walnut Swivel Lounge Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

A pair of walnut swivel lounge chairs in original purple composite upholstery with walnut bases and detachable suede cushions designed by Jens Risom.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Suede, Upholstery, Walnut

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Strap Stool

$650

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Strap Stool

By Jens Risom, Knoll

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 Seating

Materials

Maple

Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base

$6,800

Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base

By Jens Risom

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

Uncommon Jens Risom Model 2516 sofa with a curvaceous back and sculptural walnut base. The sides of the base with subtle bow tie shape, cutouts in the front of the frame lend to the...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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

$6,800 / set

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

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

Category

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

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric

$10,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Berlin, DE

Excellent set by Jens Risom in fully restored condition. The fabric is an orange yellow Missoni fabric with new foam and restored walnut frame.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Strap Stool Ottoman

$795

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Strap Stool Ottoman

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Strap Stool Ottoman This stool measures: 16.5 wide x 15.25 deep x 17.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

$1,755

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

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Reading, Berkshire

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

Category

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

Materials

Maple

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

$2,847 / set

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 26 wide x 24 deep x 35.75 high, with a seat heig...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Army Green Fabric Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

$7,500

Jens Risom Danish Army Green Fabric Upholstery and Wood Floating Bench

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).

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci

$17,000

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci

By Jens Risom

Located in San Francisco, CA

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

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Jens Risom Rosewood Mid Century Modern Blue Fabric Lounge Chairs - Pair

$5,800 / set

Vintage Jens Risom Rosewood Mid Century Modern Blue Fabric Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Jens Risom Rosewood Mid Century Modern Blue Fabric Lounge Chairs - Pair. Item features solid rosewood frames, beautiful wood grain, clean M...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

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.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Rose Pink Upholstery and Walnut Floating Bench

$7,500

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Rose Pink Upholstery and Walnut Floating Bench

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a textured rose pink upholstered seat resting on a walnut frame. (JENS RISOM).

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Fabric

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chair

$2,200

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Jens Risom Modernist Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - This lounge chair measures: 29 wide x 30 deep x 33.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches Retains early Jens Risom Desi...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

C. 1946 Jens Risom for Knoll Stool 667-W with Original Label

$2,200

C. 1946 Jens Risom for Knoll Stool 667-W with Original Label

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Risom Stool, Model 667-W, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1946. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA C. 1946. The stools design is comprised of a m...

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Maple

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

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 Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Swivel Chairs - Pair

$10,395

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Swivel Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Swivel Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 26.5 wide x 25.5 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 23.5 inches Go...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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....

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1970s

$12,000

Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1970s

By Jens Risom

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. There ar...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1960s Set of Twelve Jens Risom Playboy Armchairs in Walnut, Model C-140

$14,000 / set

1960s Set of Twelve Jens Risom Playboy Armchairs in Walnut, Model C-140

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of 12 Playboy Armchairs (10 are shown in the image, but we have twelve that are sold as the set), Model C-140, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs in 1958. The lis...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Steel

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...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Armchairs By Jens Risom

$5,200 / set

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Armchairs By Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This pair of mid-century modern armchairs by Jens Risom feature lacquered walnut legs with fully upholstered bodies in moss green tweed that is in keeping with Scandinavian color tre...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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...

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Maple

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.

$4,981 / set

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.

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

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...

Category

1950s French Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Oak

1960's Jens Risom Walnut Desk chair

$2,400

1960's Jens Risom Walnut Desk chair

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

1960's mid-century modern walnut desk or side armchair designed by Jens Risom, fully restored and re-upholstered in in boucle fabric, with minor wear and patina due to age and use. ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

C. 1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Associates Three-Seater Sofa/Settee w/ New Webbing

$5,800

C. 1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Associates Three-Seater Sofa/Settee w/ New Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a three-seater settee, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1941. The piece has a frame constructed of pine (or possibly birch), and has newly re-done webbed straps...

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Copper

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Swivel Chairs - Pair

$10,395

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Swivel Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Swivel Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 26.5 wide x 25.5 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 23.5 inches Go...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair Jens Risom Model U-430 Lounge Chairs Walnut Upholstery Mid Century Modern

$3,695

Pair Jens Risom Model U-430 Lounge Chairs Walnut Upholstery Mid Century Modern

By Jens Risom, Gaylord Brothers

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed early in his career by Jens Risom, this pair of chairs was produced by Gaylord Brothers. These designs were comissioned mainly for use in libraries, but some survived and ma...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Fauteuil et repose pieds

$7,600

Fauteuil et repose pieds

By Jens Risom

Located in LAMBLORE, FR

Fauteuil des années 1950 dessiné par Jens Risom, figure majeure du design moderniste scandinave aux États-Unis. Sa structure en noyer aux lignes anguleuses et parfaitement proportion...

Category

1950s Danish Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

C. 1951 Jens Risom for Knoll Stool 667-W in Maple and Canvas with Label

$1,400

C. 1951 Jens Risom for Knoll Stool 667-W in Maple and Canvas with Label

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Risom Stool, Model 667-W, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1946. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA C. 1951. The stools design is comprised of a m...

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Maple, Fabric

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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....

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

C. 2020 Pair of Jens Risom U-430 Lounge Chairs with Arms for DWR in Fabric & Oak

$2,000 / set

C. 2020 Pair of Jens Risom U-430 Lounge Chairs with Arms for DWR in Fabric & Oak

By Design Within Reach, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of U-430 Lounge Chairs with arms, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1955. These particular examples were produced by Design Within Reach in the year 2020. Their des...

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2010s American Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Foam, Oak, Fabric

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

$5,261 / set

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Firenze, FI

Six elegant dining chairs model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll International in the 1950s, an authentic expression of mid-century modernist design. The chairs feature a sleek...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

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 Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

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 Seating

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Birch

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 Seating

Materials

Steel

C. 1951 Set of Nine Jens Risom for Knoll 666 Dining Chairs in Walnut with Seats

$10,000 / set

C. 1951 Set of Nine Jens Risom for Knoll 666 Dining Chairs in Walnut with Seats

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of nine American Walnut Armchairs, Model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1942. This set dates to circa 1951, and the listed price includes the set o...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Steel

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?
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?
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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.