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Jens Risom Sofas

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 Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base
Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base

Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base

$6,800

Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base

By Jens Risom

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Walnut

Three-Seat Jens Risom Sofa for Risom Design Inc multicolored fabric with stripes
Three-Seat Jens Risom Sofa for Risom Design Inc multicolored fabric with stripes

Three-Seat Jens Risom Sofa for Risom Design Inc multicolored fabric with stripes

$7,000Sale Price|20% Off

Three-Seat Jens Risom Sofa for Risom Design Inc multicolored fabric with stripes

By Jens Risom

Located in Berlin, DE

This Jens Risom sofa for Risom Design Inc. is in good condition. The solid walnut frame has been oiled and is in vintage condition with normal wear with age (slight imperfections). T...

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

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Walnut Frame, Striped Fabric, USA
Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Walnut Frame, Striped Fabric, USA

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Walnut Frame, Striped Fabric, USA

$9,500

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Walnut Frame, Striped Fabric, USA

By Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Three seater sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Design Inc, c.1960s USA. Known for his "sensible" approach to design, Risom's work focuses on clean lines and functional beauty. The sofa fe...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Walnut, Textile, Upholstery

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 Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This early Jens Risom model 37 loveseat sofa for Knoll is a classic example of Mid-Century Modern design. The fully upholstered sofa features a high back with rounded edges and reces...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

$12,500

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

By Jens Risom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

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

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

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

Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's

$12,500

Classic Jens Risom Three Seat Sofa Ca' 1960's

By Jens Risom

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic three seat sofa by Jens Risom, ca' 1960's. Sculpted and recessed walnut base, model #2516. Freshly reupholstered and ready to be enjoyed for many years. The cushions are re...

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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 been expertly restored and reupholstered in an off white fabric. Like new and ready to ship.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Upholstery

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Wool, Walnut

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

9 Foot Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing

$3,500

9 Foot Long Mid-Century Sofa by Jens Risom Manufacturing

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This large-scale sofa measures over 9 feet long and makes a unique and stylish seating addition to any interior. Comfortable and stunning in it's size and simplicity, the design by J...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

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

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

$8,995

Jens Risom Floating Sofa, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Raleigh, NC

Danish modern design at its finest. New leather to this floating sofa by Jens Risom. Dating to the 1960s with beautiful sculpted lines and walnut base....

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

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Leather, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

$8,500

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Floating Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern walnut sofa designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs, United States, circa 1950s. Model U-150 is a masterclass in design, where every line and proportion serves a purpose. The...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Fabric, Walnut, Leather

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

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

$12,500

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

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Rockaway, NJ

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Sofas

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1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products
1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products

1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products

$5,950

1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare and early Jens Risom Sofa, model number 23, produced by Knoll and labelled H.G. Knoll Products. This particular examples dates to circa 1949....

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1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

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

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

$5,800

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

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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1940s American Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

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Copper

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa
Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa

$6,495

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 80 wide x 30.5 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 24 inches Fair Vint...

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

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Upholstery, Walnut

New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric
New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric

New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric

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

New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric

By Jens Risom

Located in Berlin, DE

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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

Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing

$16,000

Sofa by Jens Risom for Risom Manufacturing

By Jens Risom

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A three (3) seat sofa on a teak frame base retaining the original yellow upholstery.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

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By Jens Risom

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic mid-century three-seat sofa by one of the Grand Masters of the era, Jens Risom. Newly upholstered an a charcoal grey wool. Low profile cushions a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Jen Risom for Jen Risom Inc Three Seater Sofa Reupholstered in Teal Bouclé
Jen Risom for Jen Risom Inc Three Seater Sofa Reupholstered in Teal Bouclé

Jen Risom for Jen Risom Inc Three Seater Sofa Reupholstered in Teal Bouclé

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H 33.5 in W 89 in D 31.5 in

Jen Risom for Jen Risom Inc Three Seater Sofa Reupholstered in Teal Bouclé

By Jens Risom

Located in Seattle, WA

One of the first designers to bring the traditional Scandinavian values of function and craftsmanship to the United States, Risom was part of a new vanguard that helped establish pos...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Chair and Sofa by Jens Risom, 1950s
Chair and Sofa by Jens Risom, 1950s

Chair and Sofa by Jens Risom, 1950s

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H 32.75 in W 84.5 in D 32 in

Chair and Sofa by Jens Risom, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Hamburg, PA

A rare set of Jens Risom upholstered furniture pieces, circa 1940-1950s. It seems to be a difficult model to come across upon our research we did not see any information in the Jens ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Jens Risom sofas 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 sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Jens Risom were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Ficks Reed, Paul McCobb, and Selig. Prices for Jens Risom sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,400 and can go as high as $16,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,648.

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Questions About Jens Risom Sofas
  • Who is Jens Risom?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Jens Risom was a Danish designer. Many people credit him with bringing the modern style of Scandinavian design to the U.S. He is well-known for his chairs, which feature angled seat backs often upholstered with webbing. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Jens Risom furniture.
  • Was Jens Risom Danish?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Jens Risom was Danish. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, on May 8, 1916, and attended Copenhagen School of Industrial Arts and Design. Following his graduation, Risom moved to the U.S., where he lived for the rest of his life. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Jens Risom furniture.
  • Who sells Jens Risom rockers?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Normally, vintage furniture dealers or auction and online platforms specializing in authentic vintage furniture sell Jens Risom rockers. From time to time, rocking chairs produced by the Danish designer may appear at thrift shops and secondhand stores or be available directly from individuals who own them. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Jens Risom chairs.

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