Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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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Period: 1960s
Creator: Jens Risom
Tall Walnut Cabinet by Jens Risom, 1960s - Mid Century
By Jens Risom
Located in Round Rock, TX
Beautiful and uncommon walnut cabinet designed by Jens Risom, 1960s.
This particular design can be used in a number of different usages. Perhaps originally deigned to be a linen ca...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
Midcentury Sideboard in Rosewood by Jens Risom, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Lejre, DK
The Danish sideboard from the 1960s, designed by the renowned furniture designer Jens Risom.
The sideboard is characterized by its beautiful rosewood, which brings warmth and charac...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Rosewood
Mid-Century Walnut Desk by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
A large desk made of walnut wood from the 1960s, designed by Jens Risom for the American manufactory Jens Risom Design. Desk with two drawer modules. There are two drawers in the lef...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Jens Risom
Featuring a refinished mid century modern walnut sideboard/credenza by Jens Risom. Great piece for an office.
The piece has a make...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Large Walnut Executive Desk by Jens Risom, USA, 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
A large and handsome executive desk constructed of solid walnut with "Y" shaped drawer pulls designed by Jens Risom, circa 1960.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut writing desk by Jens Risom and manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s. This desk has a conserv...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
1960s Jens Risom Designs Double Pedestal Executive Desk w/ Wood Pulls in Walnut
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an executive desk in walnut, designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Designs in the 1960s. It features two drawers on the left, three drawers on the right, and pull-out surface...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens RISOM Mid Century Modern CREDENZA / Media Stand / SIDEBOARD, c. 1960's
By Jens Risom
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Gorgeous Jens Risom Mid Century Modern Credenza / Media Stand, c. 1960's. This rare sideboard by Jens Risom offers a wealth of storage space among two shelving areas with adjustable ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut W Aluminum Inlay Credenza by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern credenza by Jen's Risom. 3 drawers beside a cabinet door with 1 shelf. Solid Walnut with a finished back. Aluminum hardware with inlay in the legs. Oak secondary woods for the drawers interior. Ebonized sculpted metal pulls. This piece was taken care of, original finish which was just oiled. In excellent vintage condition. Table with 8 chairs...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Midcentury American Studio Craft Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful American studio craft Mid-Century Modern long black walnut 8-drawer dresser credenza with all solid Brass curved pull handles. High end Construction with Metal Drawer slide...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Impressive Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Large Walnut Credenza or Sideboard
By Jens Risom
Located in St. Louis, MO
Handsome Jens Risom (1916-2016) designed Danish Modern walnut credenza is perfect for office or home. Designed and produced by Jens Risom...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Credenza in Oiled Walnut
By Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Jens Risom credenza in oiled walnut, features four drawers and one file drawer, two doors with adjustable shelves, finished on the backside, and Stainless...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Stainless Steel
Mid-century Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dorchester, MA
Jens Risom designed this credenza as part of an executive office suite. The handsome walnut case sets a shallow divided drawer above a deep drawer on either side of two shelves conce...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
Jens Risom Cabinet in Rosewood Produced by Gutenberghus in Denmark
By Jens Risom
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare small cabinet designed by Jens Risom. Produced by Gutenberghus in Denmark. Large desk is also available.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Steel
Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top
By Jens Risom
Located in Kansas City, MO
Jens Risom desk for Risom Designs. Birch wood case, light blue lacquered drawer fronts, chrome pulls, brass feet, and virtually indestructible Laminate top. Condition is good and com...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass, Chrome
Mahogany and Aluminum Cabinet Designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc
By Jens Risom
Located in Stamford, CT
A Mahogany sideboard with aluminum hardware designed by Jens Risom Designs Inc, circa 1960s. Labled on interior of top drawer. Two cabinets with shelfs, the third with drawers.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Mahogany
Jens Risom Credenza with Y-Shaped Drawer Pulls
By Jens Risom
Located in Pasadena, TX
A rare and unique vintage Jens Risom credenza, this particular piece has y-shaped metal pulls, six regular drawers, one partitioned drawer, a filing drawer and a shelved cabinet. An ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Midcentury Jens Risom Executive Desk - Black Walnut Danish Modern - Circa 1960s
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Decatur, GA
Vintage mid century modern executive desk by Jens Risom, circa 1960s. Manufactured by his firm, Jens Risom Design and produced during the late 1960s / early 1970s. Features five draw...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Walnut and Brass Credenza / Bookshelf / Media Center
By Jens Risom
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Walnut Credenza, designed by Jens Risom, American, circa 1960s. Signed with Risom label. Jens Risom was definitely influenced by Danish Modern design, and this piece is n...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal, Brass
Two Modern Chests or Credenzas designed by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two Modern Chests or Credenzas designed by Jens Risom, American, circa 1960's. The price noted below is for each chest.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
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Jens Risom case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Jens Risom case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets by Calvin, Milo Baughman, and Glenn of California. Prices for Jens Risom case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,900 and can go as high as $15,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,595.
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Questions About Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
- Who is Jens Risom?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Jens 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Normally, 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.