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Jens Risom Armchairs

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
Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs

$4,800 / set

Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A set of 8 vintage Jens Risom dining chairs. This beautiful set of Danish dining chairs are constructed with a lovely teak wood, the lovely grain and coloration perfectly compliment ...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Leather

Jens Risom Playboy Chair - Model C140 - Mid Century Walnut Armchair
Jens Risom Playboy Chair - Model C140 - Mid Century Walnut Armchair

Jens Risom Playboy Chair - Model C140 - Mid Century Walnut Armchair

$940

Jens Risom Playboy Chair - Model C140 - Mid Century Walnut Armchair

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Decatur, GA

Jens Risom Model C140 “Playboy” Armchair in Original Mustard Tweed Upholstery Model C140 “Playboy” armchair designed by Jens Risom circa 1960s. One of Risom’s most celebrated lounge...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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

Jens Risom C-120 Armchair

$1,800

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 Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

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

$2,750

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 Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom
Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom

Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom

$5,400 / set

Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of beautifully restored, model C-120 armchairs by Jens Risom feature sculptural, solid walnut frames with textured, steel blue tweed upholstery. A truly handsome pair of armchai...

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1960's Jens Risom Walnut Desk chair
1960's Jens Risom Walnut Desk chair

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. ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

$3,650 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Danish Jens Risom attributed Mid-Century Modern armchairs with new wool felt upholstery, circa 1960s . Button tufted. Tapered legs with minor loses and fading to wood. Good original ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Wool

1960's Danish Modern Jens Risom Walnut & Leather Oval Armchair
1960's Danish Modern Jens Risom Walnut & Leather Oval Armchair

1960's Danish Modern Jens Risom Walnut & Leather Oval Armchair

$1,699

1960's Danish Modern Jens Risom Walnut & Leather Oval Armchair

By Hans Olsen, Erik Buch, Jens Risom, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Burbank, CA

1960's Mid century Modern arm chair for sale. It was designed by Jens Risom, and is his oval chair. It has been professionally reupholstered in a butternut leather, and is in excelle...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Leather, 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.

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$7,295 / set

Set of 2 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 two restored Model C-108 armchairs designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from frames, legs and arms of solid black walnut replete wit...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

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

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

$8,500 / set

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

By Jens Risom

Located in North Miami, FL

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

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Suede, Walnut

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll
Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Textile

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Rare Restored Model C-108 Armchair, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1950s
Rare Restored Model C-108 Armchair, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1950s

Rare Restored Model C-108 Armchair, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1950s

$3,895 / item

Rare Restored Model C-108 Armchair, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Armchairs By Jens Risom
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Armchairs By Jens Risom

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...

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs
Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs

Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs

$7,200 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Jens Risom armchairs with black lacquered wood frames.   

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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 Armchairs

Materials

Steel

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

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

$2,600

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

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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

Materials

Leather, Maple

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

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

$11,500 / set

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Set of Six Jens Risom Designs C-120 Dining Armchairs in Walnut and Fabric
1960s Set of Six Jens Risom Designs C-120 Dining Armchairs in Walnut and Fabric

1960s Set of Six Jens Risom Designs C-120 Dining Armchairs in Walnut and Fabric

$12,000 / set

1960s Set of Six Jens Risom Designs C-120 Dining Armchairs in Walnut and Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of six walnut dining armchairs, Model C-120, designed by Jens Risom in the USA in ca. 1958. This set dates to the late 1960s. The listed price includes the set of six c...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Foam

Jens Risom Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Teak Frame, Striped Fabric
Jens Risom Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Teak Frame, Striped Fabric

Jens Risom Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Teak Frame, Striped Fabric

$8,500

Jens Risom Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Teak Frame, Striped Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

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

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

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

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

$1,750

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

By Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

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

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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 Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century 'Playboy' Armchair by Jens Risom in Gray Fabric
Danish Mid-Century 'Playboy' Armchair by Jens Risom in Gray Fabric

Danish Mid-Century 'Playboy' Armchair by Jens Risom in Gray Fabric

$3,900

Danish Mid-Century 'Playboy' Armchair by Jens Risom in Gray Fabric

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...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom Design
Pair of Vintage Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom Design

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Fauteuil et repose pieds
Fauteuil et repose pieds

Fauteuil et repose pieds

$7,467

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...

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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Oak

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

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

Materials

Teak

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Here is a very handsome pair of chairs in solid walnut and leather designed by Jens Risom and made by Marble. Each chair retains a Marble label. The pair is in good condition--the ch...

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$600

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By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in South Charleston, WV

A very early chair that is attributed to Jens Risom for Knoll. The chair features a vinyl type finish that is in good condition with a few marks and light staining. The legs have ...

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H 38 in W 29 in D 32 in

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By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Chic and sophisticated architectural lounge chair, after the iconic Risom big chair. The chair has a large upholstered seat which is set in a solid walnut fr...

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By Hans Olsen, Erik Buch, Jens Risom, Hans J. Wegner

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$3,800

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Located in St.Petersburg, FL

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By Jens Risom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s
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$3,620Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.53 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in

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By Jens Risom

Located in Berlin, DE

Jens Risom lounge chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA 1950s Upholstered in new Kvadrat Fabric.

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

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing

$2,700

H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in

Jens Risom 'Vostra' Lounge Chair in Canvas Webbing

By Jens Risom, Walter Knoll

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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H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in

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

By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

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

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

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Brass

Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery
Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery

Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery

$3,950

H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 29.73 in

Jens Risom Lounge Chair in Walnut and Bamboo Upholstery

By Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom, lounge chair, walnut and fabric, United States, 1960s. This armchair is designed by Jens Risom. The walnut frame serves as both structural foundation and defining visual...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll
Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

Jens Risom Armchair for Knoll

$2,200

H 30 in W 24 in D 27.5 in

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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Textile

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

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

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H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

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Walnut

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

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

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H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

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Walnut

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

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

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H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Listing for B: One Jens Risom "Playboy" Armchair in Walnut
Listing for B: One Jens Risom "Playboy" Armchair in Walnut

Listing for B: One Jens Risom "Playboy" Armchair in Walnut

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H 31.89 in W 22.45 in D 22.84 in

Listing for B: One Jens Risom "Playboy" Armchair in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom, 'Playboy' armchair, cane, fabric, walnut, United States, design 1958, production 1960s.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Walnut

Jens Risom Set of Four 'Playboy' Dining Chairs in Walnut
Jens Risom Set of Four 'Playboy' Dining Chairs in Walnut

Jens Risom Set of Four 'Playboy' Dining Chairs in Walnut

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H 32.09 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in

Jens Risom Set of Four 'Playboy' Dining Chairs in Walnut

By Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jens Risom, 'Playboy' armchairs, cane, fabric, walnut, United States, design 1958, production 1960s These "Playboy" walnut armchairs by Jens Risom feature original cane backs. The...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Walnut

For Peggy: Package deal
For Peggy: Package deal

For Peggy: Package deal

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H 31.89 in W 22.45 in D 22.84 in

For Peggy: Package deal

By Jens Risom

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Private listing for Peggy: - Jens Risom, set of 10 'Playboy' armchairs, cane, fabric, walnut, United States, design 1958, production 1960s. - Restored to a perfect match and conditio...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Walnut

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

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

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H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

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

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

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H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

C140 "Playboy" armchair by Jens Risom, USA, circa 1960
C140 "Playboy" armchair by Jens Risom, USA, circa 1960

C140 "Playboy" armchair by Jens Risom, USA, circa 1960

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H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in

C140 "Playboy" armchair by Jens Risom, USA, circa 1960

By Jens Risom

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Model C140 armchair, known as the Playboy chair, designed by Jens Risom around 1960 and produced by Risom Manufacturing Corp., North Grosvenordale, Connecticut. The frame is crafte...

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

Materials

Leather, Teak

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

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H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

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 Armchairs

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

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H 31.5 in W 25.25 in D 23 in

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Leather Webbed Armchair Model 652W by Jens Risom for Knoll
Leather Webbed Armchair Model 652W by Jens Risom for Knoll

Leather Webbed Armchair Model 652W by Jens Risom for Knoll

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H 24.5 in W 24 in D 30 in

Leather Webbed Armchair Model 652W by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Early Lounge Chair Model 652W design, 1950s designed by Jens Risom for Knoll International. Features a solid maple frame with original woven Leather straps. This label has one of the...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Maple

Jens Risom Model 108 Accent Chair in Cinnamon Brown Alpaca With Walnut Frame
Jens Risom Model 108 Accent Chair in Cinnamon Brown Alpaca With Walnut Frame

Jens Risom Model 108 Accent Chair in Cinnamon Brown Alpaca With Walnut Frame

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H 32 in W 22.5 in D 25 in

Jens Risom Model 108 Accent Chair in Cinnamon Brown Alpaca With Walnut Frame

By Jens Risom

Located in Stamford, CT

With great reason, the name Jens Risom is synonymous with the Mid-Century Modern design movement. Hailing from Denmark, Risom’s talent quickly resonated with the great Hans Knoll aft...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Alpaca, Upholstery, Walnut

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Armchair
Early Jens Risom for Knoll Armchair

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Armchair

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H 29.5 in W 27 in D 27 in

Early Jens Risom for Knoll Armchair

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Oakland, CA

An early Post War design for Knoll by Jens Risom with a maple frame and new Knoll Keaton / Harper fabric. The hardwood maple frame is in all original condition that has been lightly ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Single Mid-Century Modern Chair in Oak & Walnut by Jens Risom, USA, c. 1960s
Single Mid-Century Modern Chair in Oak & Walnut by Jens Risom, USA, c. 1960s

Single Mid-Century Modern Chair in Oak & Walnut by Jens Risom, USA, c. 1960s

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H 32 in W 25 in D 22 in

Single Mid-Century Modern Chair in Oak & Walnut by Jens Risom, USA, c. 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a "General Purpose" arm chair designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from a mix of solid and molded oak and walnut plywood and featuring an audaciously...

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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Jens Risom armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Jens Risom armchairs 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 armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 41 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original armchairs 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 armchairs by Charles Eames, Baker Furniture Company, and Eero Saarinen. Prices for Jens Risom armchairs 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 $3,900.

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Questions About Jens Risom Armchairs

  • 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.

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