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Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

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
Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern
Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern

Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern

$2,350

Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic Jens Risom Model 652-W lounge chair for KnollStudio, originally designed in 1941 and still celebrated as one of the icons of mid-century modern design. This timeless piece fe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair
Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair

$11,695

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 29 wide x 33 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 16.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 23.25 inches ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s
The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s

The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s

$16,000 / set

The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

This iconic Jens Risom lounge chair and ottoman set embodies the elegance and comfort of mid-century American design. Fully restored by our expert workshop, the chair features its di...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

$15,000 / set

Set of Lounges Model 2136 by Jens Risom, C. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

A-Line Lounge Chairs, designed by Jens Risom in the 1950s. These iconic chairs feature a sculptural walnut base, fully restored to its original splendor, and are reupholstered in Oce...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

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Walnut

Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953
Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953

Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953

$2,200

Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Jens Risom, this lounge chair was made exclusively for the model year 1953. It features a frame of solid carved walnut and is upholstered in a light floral fabric. Then d...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$9,800 / set

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Iconic Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom lounge chairs expertly reupholstered in soft ivory shearling with professionally refinished walnut frames. An exem...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hide, Walnut

Jens Risom U430 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
Jens Risom U430 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

Jens Risom U430 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

$3,895

Jens Risom U430 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom U430 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 26.75 wide x 29 deep x 29.25 high, with a seat height of 16.75 and arm height/chair clearance of 23.75 i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

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

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946. This early design has a hard maple frame with new linen upholstery.

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1950s Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

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

Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

$2,760Sale Price|20% Off

Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

By Jens Risom

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Designed by Danish-born Jens Risom, this vintage chair is beautiful perfection. The comfortably contoured faux leather seat floats in an exquisite, oiled walnut frame. The original ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

$16,000

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs, Inc. Beautifully restored with refinished walnut base and upholstered in Holly Hunt fabric.

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1950s Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci
Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs
Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

$5,440Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

Jens Risom`s career has spanned nearly sixty years. He began his study of design in the Copenhagen workshop of Kaare Klint in 1935 and joined Ernst Kuhn`s architectural office in 1938, where he designed furniture and interiors. In 1939, Risom emigrated to the U.S. and in 1941 designed the first chair manufactured by Knoll. Risom described the chair as "very basic, very simple, inexpensive, easy to make." The chair was constructed with a birch wood frame and, because of wartime materials constraints, cheap but strong army surplus...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Walnut

2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing
2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing

2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing

$900

2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Risom Lounge chair, Model 654LC, initially designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This particular example dates to the 2000s. The classic design features a sculpted lacq...

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Early 2000s American Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut, Rubber

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

Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll

$5,860 / set

Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll

By Jens Risom

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of Jens Risom scoop chairs for Hans Knoll A pair of very early Knoll post war design scoop chairs by Jens Risom. Each has been completely restored in a luxurious Sandra Jordan ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Alpaca

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

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 Jens Risom, Knoll

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.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

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

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

$3,895

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a newly restored set of iconic Model C140 "Playboy" Chairs designed by the influential Jens Risom. The "Playboy" derivation was coined after a July 1961 Playboy article o...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1940s Jens Risom Knoll Pair Upholstered Slipper Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Squirm
1940s Jens Risom Knoll Pair Upholstered Slipper Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Squirm

1940s Jens Risom Knoll Pair Upholstered Slipper Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Squirm

$4,000 / set

1940s Jens Risom Knoll Pair Upholstered Slipper Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Squirm

By Jens Risom

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A matching pair of Jens Risom's Vostra Lounge Chairs for Knoll, Germany. Feet in beechwood, from 1949. Appear to have been reupholstered fairly recently by the previous owner. Wood ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

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

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

$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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s
Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s

Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s

$3,823Sale Price|20% Off

Jens Risom Lounge Chair U-430 for Risom Inc., USA, 1950s

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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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Model U430 Walnut Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Mid Century Model U430 Walnut Lounge Chair

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in New Ivory Boucle Fabric

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Rockaway, NJ

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

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

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

$19,495

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design Mid Century Walnut Big Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 37.5 wide x 36 deep x 41.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height/chair c...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom U430 Walnut Lounge Chair With Ottoman
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom U430 Walnut Lounge Chair With Ottoman

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom U430 Walnut Lounge Chair With Ottoman

$6,200 / set

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom U430 Walnut Lounge Chair With Ottoman

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Mid-Century Modern iconic lounge chair, model U430, and matching ottoman, model 730, were both designed by the internationally popular Danish designer Jens Risom for Jens Risom ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Oak

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Oak, Fabric

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$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 ...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

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

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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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

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.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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.

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

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

Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

$14,295 / set

Jens Risom A Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom A-Chair Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 31 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance of 21 inches Ex...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen by Jens Risom, Model U430, C. 1950s
Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen by Jens Risom, Model U430, C. 1950s

Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen by Jens Risom, Model U430, C. 1950s

$7,500 / set

Walnut Lounge Chairs in Grey Linen by Jens Risom, Model U430, C. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

Experience the epitome of mid-century modern elegance with our fully restored walnut lounge chairs from the 1950s, a timeless creation by Jens Risom for Risom, Inc. Meticulously refu...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

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 ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

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

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 Gaylord Brothers, Jens Risom

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$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 ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

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

$3,300 / set

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

By Jens Risom, Walter Knoll

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing
2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

$1,100

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Armless Lounge Chair, originally designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This particular example was produced in the United States in the 2000s. The chair is comprised o...

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Early 2000s American Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple, Fabric

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

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

$14,000 / set

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

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

$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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

$2,247

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom midcentury walnut lounge chair. This chair measures: 23.25 wide x 24 deep x 31 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm h...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Maple

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...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch

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

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

$1,804

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Foam

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

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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

$7,260

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.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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 Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Jens Risom lounge chairs 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 lounge chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 58 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original lounge chairs 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 lounge chairs by Paul McCobb, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Craft Associates. Prices for Jens Risom lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $22,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,900.

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Questions About Jens Risom Lounge Chairs
  • Is a Risom chair comfortable?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not a Risom chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal perception. Jens Risom believed that the parachute webbing and sturdy maple wood frames of his chair perfectly suited the contours of the human body to deliver ample support. Shop a selection of Jens Risom chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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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