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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Creator: Jens Risom
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
This credenza measures: 77.75 wide x 20 deep x 33.25 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
This desk measures: 72 wide x 36 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches
The depth including the return is 78 inches
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk with Left Return
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk with Left Return
This desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches
The return measures: 62 wide x 6...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
The desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches
The retur...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk
This dresser measures: 54 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
This desk measures: 81.25 wide x 36 deep x 27.5 high, with a chair clearance of 23.75 inches
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
This credenza measures: 75 wide x 21 deep x 28 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Leather Top Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Leather Top Executive Desk
This desk measures: 81.25 wide x 36 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut, Leather
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Desk
This desk measures: 72 wide x 36 deep x 29.75 high, with a chair clearance of 26 inches
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza
This credenza measures: 72 wide x 20.25 deep x 26.25 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
This chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
This chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
This chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Desk
This desk measures: 52 wide x 28 deep x 28.25 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches
All ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
This desk measures: 68 wide x 72.5 deep x 28.25 high, with a chair clearance of 25 inches
The return ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Chrome
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza
This credenza measures: 75.25 wide x 20 deep x 28 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom 1970s Paldao Wood Modernist File Cabinet
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern paldao wood file cabinet designed by Jens Risom, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Jens Risom Midcentury Walnut Bookcase Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom midcentury walnut bookcase credenza
This credenza measures: 77.75 wide x 20 deep x 29.25 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Midcentury Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom midcentury Walnut and Formica top writing desk
This desk measures: 72 wide x 35.25 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Formica, Walnut
Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom mid-century walnut credenza.
This credenza measures: 54.25 wide x 20.25 deep x 26.25 inches high.
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century walnut credenza
This credenza measures: 72 wide x 22 deep x 26 inches high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Walnut Bookcase Shelving
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom walnut bookcase shelving
Bookcase measures: 22.5 wide x 15 deep x 44 high
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jens Risom Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
This credenza measures: 77.75 wide x 20 deep x 28.25 inches high
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1970s 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.