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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
Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Upholstered Lounge Chair

$3,800

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.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery

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

$5,995 / set

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 ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Dining Chairs
Jens Risom Dining Chairs

Jens Risom Dining Chairs

$6,500 / set

Jens Risom Dining Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A set of 6 Jens Risom Dining Chairs Walnut Frames Original golden color Naugahyde Oversized and comfortable

Category

1950s American Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sofa - Pair
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sofa - Pair

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sofa - Pair

$10,395

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sofa - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Sofa - Pair Each sofa measures: 78.25 wide x 32.5 deep x 27.25 inches high, with a seat height of 15.75 and arm height of 24 inches Good Vintage Condi...

Category

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

Materials

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

$599

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

By Jens Risom

Located in West Chester, PA

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

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, 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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

$4,125

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...

Category

1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood

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 Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Southwestern Pattern Upholstery and Wood Bench
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Southwestern Pattern Upholstery and Wood Bench

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Southwestern Pattern Upholstery and Wood Bench

$7,500

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Southwestern Pattern Upholstery and Wood Bench

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).    

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Faintly Striped Red Upholstered Sofa
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Faintly Striped Red Upholstered Sofa

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Faintly Striped Red Upholstered Sofa

$14,800

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Faintly Striped Red Upholstered Sofa

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century sofa with angled arms, curved back, and faintly striped red and orange upholstery with button tufted detail, resting on a walnut base with four tapered square legs...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric

Stunning Black Button Tufted Leather Swivel Chairs, Jens Risom for Marble, Pair
Stunning Black Button Tufted Leather Swivel Chairs, Jens Risom for Marble, Pair

Stunning Black Button Tufted Leather Swivel Chairs, Jens Risom for Marble, Pair

$4,200 / set

Stunning Black Button Tufted Leather Swivel Chairs, Jens Risom for Marble, Pair

By Marble Imperial, Jens Risom

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning pair of black button tufted leather swivel chairs by Jens Risom for marble, Classic Mid-Century Modern design, self balancing swivel mechanism bringing chairs back to positi...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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

$6,800

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...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

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 Seating

Materials

Wood, Teak

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

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

$3,850

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

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Kansas City, MO

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

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee

$4,195

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Settee

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$3,900

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

$1,250

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Designed Armchairs - 1960
Jens Risom Designed Armchairs - 1960

Jens Risom Designed Armchairs - 1960

$3,300 / set

Jens Risom Designed Armchairs - 1960

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of mid-century modern armchairs by Jens Risom. Teak frames with floating seat. Please confirm location NY or NJ

Category

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

Materials

Teak

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

$7,850

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.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4
Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4

$5,893 / set

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining chair. Beechwood and blue wool fabric. Mid Century Dining chairs. This early condition is made from the 50ties. Beautiful patina on the wood. Set of 4

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Jens Risom Pair of 'Vostra' Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing
Jens Risom Pair of 'Vostra' Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing

Jens Risom Pair of 'Vostra' Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing

$5,450 / set

Jens Risom Pair of 'Vostra' Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Canvas Webbing

By Jens Risom, Walter Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom for Walter Knoll, pair of 'Vostra' chairs with ottoman, beech, canvas, brass, United States, design 1941, production 1950s An elegant lounge chair with ottoman featuring ...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Brass

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).  

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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

$7,072

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 Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Early Jens Risom Side Chair for Knoll
Early Jens Risom Side Chair for Knoll

Early Jens Risom Side Chair for Knoll

$960Sale Price|76% Off

Early Jens Risom Side Chair for Knoll

By Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Designed for Knoll by Jens Risom in 1943. Basket-woven parachute straps.

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Birch, Canvas

Jens Risom Danish Gray Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchair
Jens Risom Danish Gray Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchair

Jens Risom Danish Gray Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchair

$3,900

Jens Risom Danish Gray Fabric Upholstered Teak 'Playboy' Armchair

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century 'Playboy' armchair with and angular teak wood frame and gray woven fabric upholstered seat and back with button tufting. (JENS RISOM) Upholstery is stained and ha...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Set of Two '2' Jens Risom Armchairs / Accent Chairs on Walnut Frames, USA, 1960s
Set of Two '2' Jens Risom Armchairs / Accent Chairs on Walnut Frames, USA, 1960s

Set of Two '2' Jens Risom Armchairs / Accent Chairs on Walnut Frames, USA, 1960s

$3,200 / set

Set of Two '2' Jens Risom Armchairs / Accent Chairs on Walnut Frames, USA, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

This set of chairs is for the collector with exceptional taste, as it is one of the more profound designs by Jens Risom. Upholstered in original red knit fabric. Constructed on a sol...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

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...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Upholstery

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.   

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

Mid-Century Modern Leather Walnut Armchair By Jens Risom

$3,200

Mid-Century Modern Leather Walnut Armchair By Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Leather, 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

$2,395

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

$5,347 / set

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, 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 Great Vintage Condition - Mino...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, 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

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...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Steel

Two Restored Jens Risom Side Armchairs
Two Restored Jens Risom Side Armchairs

Two Restored Jens Risom Side Armchairs

$1,280Sale Price / set|20% Off

Two Restored Jens Risom Side Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

Pair of vintage side armchairs set. New upholstery in gray microfiber Tufted back detail Wood frame and legs.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Oak

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 Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Jens Risom Floating Three-Seat Armless Walnut Sofa
Jens Risom Floating Three-Seat Armless Walnut Sofa

Jens Risom Floating Three-Seat Armless Walnut Sofa

$6,800

Jens Risom Floating Three-Seat Armless Walnut Sofa

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Three-seat sofa, Model #U250, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Design in the 1950s. Composed of a sculptural walnut base on which the tufted, high-back seat is mounted. Sharp, modern...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wool, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

$2,395

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 23.25 wide x 24 deep x 31.75 high, with a seat height of 19 an...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom in Red Maharam Leather Armchairs or Occasional Chairs
Jens Risom in Red Maharam Leather Armchairs or Occasional Chairs

Jens Risom in Red Maharam Leather Armchairs or Occasional Chairs

$7,500

Jens Risom in Red Maharam Leather Armchairs or Occasional Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of poised and elegant model 1103 armchairs, designed by Jens Risom for his eponymous company Jens Risom Design Inc. Showcasing the designer’s fusion of Scandinavian and America...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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

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

$6,000 / set

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

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Birch

Model 666 Side Chair in Birch & Green Strapping, Jens Risom, Knoll, USA, 1950s
Model 666 Side Chair in Birch & Green Strapping, Jens Risom, Knoll, USA, 1950s

Model 666 Side Chair in Birch & Green Strapping, Jens Risom, Knoll, USA, 1950s

$1,055

Model 666 Side Chair in Birch & Green Strapping, Jens Risom, Knoll, USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing an iconic Model 666 side chair designed by the influential Jens Risom for Knoll. Build from a frame of solid Birch cut to sharp, archetypally Mid-Century Modern angles th...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Birch

Pair of New Navy Blue Wool Upholstery Lounge Slipper Chairs
Pair of New Navy Blue Wool Upholstery Lounge Slipper Chairs

Pair of New Navy Blue Wool Upholstery Lounge Slipper Chairs

$9,500

Pair of New Navy Blue Wool Upholstery Lounge Slipper Chairs

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Classic Jens Risom lounge chairs in navy blue wool upholstery. Gorgeous oiled walnut frames.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Four Restored Jens Risom Dining Side Chairs
Four Restored Jens Risom Dining Side Chairs

Four Restored Jens Risom Dining Side Chairs

$2,400 / set

Four Restored Jens Risom Dining Side Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

Four Vintage Side Arm Chairs Set New upholstery in gray microfiber Wood frame and legs

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Oak

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...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

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...

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Suede, Walnut

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 ...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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).  

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll
Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

$800

Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. Wood frame with red webbing.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Lounge Chair

$5,700

Jens Risom Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Linen, Wood

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666

$8,900 / set

Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Baltimore, MD

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

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood

Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City
Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City

Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City

$1,800

Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare and early Jens Risom stool for Knoll Associates, New York City. Simple, elegant design. Retains original finish as well as original early oil cloth upholstered top. Also origina...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, Model 666C-WB
2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, Model 666C-WB

2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, Model 666C-WB

$650

2020 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Tan Straps, 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 example dates to 2020. The design features a lacquered maple frame, and has tan cotton webbi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Steel

1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six
1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six

1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six

$5,850 / set

1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a set of six circa mid 1940s dining chairs designed by Jen Risom and produced by Knoll Associates. The model number is 666 WSP, a model introduced by Knoll Associa...

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Wood, Maple

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

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

$2,600

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

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Maple

1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric
1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric

1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric

$3,500

1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a U-430 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1955. This particular example dates to the 1960s and was produced in the United States. The design is comprised of ...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Foam

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

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...

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Steel

2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Risom Side Dining Chair Ebonized Maple & Black Webbing
2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Risom Side Dining Chair Ebonized Maple & Black Webbing

2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Risom Side Dining Chair Ebonized Maple & Black Webbing

$650

2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Risom Side Dining Chair Ebonized Maple & Black Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a single Risom dining chair in ebonized maple with black cotton webbing designed by Jens Risom and produced by Knoll. This example was produced in 2021 and came di...

Category

2010s American Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Ash

2021 Pair of Knoll Risom Side Chairs w/ Ebonized Maple Wood Frame, Model 666C-WB
2021 Pair of Knoll Risom Side Chairs w/ Ebonized Maple Wood Frame, Model 666C-WB

2021 Pair of Knoll Risom Side Chairs w/ Ebonized Maple Wood Frame, Model 666C-WB

$1,250 / set

2021 Pair of Knoll Risom Side Chairs w/ Ebonized Maple Wood Frame, Model 666C-WB

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Risom side chairs, Model 666C-WB, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. These examples date to 2021. Their design features an ebonized maple frame, and has blac...

Category

2010s American Modern Jens Risom Seating

Materials

Metal

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?
    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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