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Creator: John Risley
Rare vintage mid century figural chair by John Risley, USA 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Hastings, GB
Rare whimsical mid century figural chair by John Risley, USA 1960s. Great as a sculptural accent.
Black steel in the form of a rather demure lady
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern John Risley Steel Sculpture Chair
By John Risley
Located in Tulsa, OK
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Rocker
By John Risley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Risley Rocker
John Risley Created his group of "People" chairs in the 1960s
The Rocker was part of the group Picked up by Raymor and distributed throughout the U.S
Always coming...
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1960s American Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Wrought Iron Female Queen Rocking Chair Mid Century Modern
By John Risley
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Dive into the legacy of mid-century design with this John Risley Wrought Iron Female Queen Rocking Chair."John Risley, a renowned American sculptor and furniture designer, is celebra...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Modern John Risley Steel Sculpture Bench
By John Risley
Located in Tulsa, OK
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Mr and Mrs Settee
By John Risley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mr and Mrs Settee
Designed by John Risley C.1965
This group of Wrought Iron People Furniture was distributed by Raymor.
Original Black surface.
S...
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1960s American Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By John Risley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Risley Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Hand wrought in his studio C.1965
The People collection was discovered and distributed by Raymor
Original Black Surface
Some oxidation
enameled ...
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1970s American Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Iron and Cane Lounge Chair
By John Risley
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A California modern design by John Risley known as the Duyan lounge. Hand woven and braided caned sling with an iron frame. An architecturally pleasing design to the eye.
Profession...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Iron
John Risley Leaf Shaped Table
By John Risley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Risley Leaf -Shaped Side Table
Original Black surface
Some oxidation
enameled steel
Category
1960s North American Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair John Risley Metal Rocking Chairs with Mongolian Fur Cushion
By John Risley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great pair of metal rockers with a very architectural design and look. The pair are a compliment to many rooms and would work especially well in a child room or play area.
The...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Metal
Whimsical Vintage Man & Woman Metal Wire Bench by John Risley
By John Risley
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical vintage man & woman metal wire bench by John Risley, circa 1960s. The piece has its original white distressed finish and measures 36.5"W x 23"D...
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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Wire, Metal
John Risley Monsieur & Mademoiselle Patio Bench Sculpture 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Dallas, TX
Handmade John Risley Studio welded steel bench sculpture. Freshly restored in a stunning yellow-orange powder coat.
Measures: Seat height is 17"
Seat depth is 17".
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Black Iron Horse Bar Cart with Bottle Holders and Removable Tray
By John Risley
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
John Hollister Risley (1919-2002) black wrought iron bar cart in the design of a horse, complete with two removable bottle holders on each side and a removable glass tray on casters, circa 1955.
The "horse bar cart...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
John Risley Sculptural Patio Set with Two Lady Chairs and Wire Tulip Table 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Dallas, TX
Two solid steel lady chairs by mid-century sculptor John Risley (1919-2002).
Handmade in his studio in Middletown, Ct circa 1960.
Freshly powder-coated in a Calder red...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Steel
Mid Century "Duyan" lounge chair by John Risley for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, John Risley
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
This unique lounge chair was designed in 1953 by John Risley for Ficks Reed. A combination of braiding and weaving techniques were used to create the rattan 'basket,' which is anchor...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Metal
John Risley Alligator Table
By John Risley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Risley Alligator Table with conforming Glass Top
Original surface on the wrought Iron.
Category
1960s American Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
John Hollister Risley, Large Sculpture "Lily Pads", 1965
By John Risley
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Important sculpture in black lacquered curved/welded round steel bar by the American artist John Hollister Risley (1919-2002), titled "Lily Pad" United States 1965.
Unique piece.
Me...
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1960s American Other Vintage John Risley Furniture
Materials
Iron
John Risley Metal Sculpture
By John Risley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual sculpture by John Risley, circa 1960s. Could be hung or stand on a pedestal.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Risley Furniture
John Risley Duyan Chair for Craft Associates Furniture
By John Risley, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
John Risley Duyan chair for Craft Associates Furniture.
This John Risley Duyan chair for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly crafted by artisan...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern John Risley Furniture
Materials
Metal
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John Risley furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
John Risley furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John Risley furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 14 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by John Risley 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 furniture by Richardson Nemschoff, Davis Allen, and Maurice Bailey. Prices for John Risley furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $850 and can go as high as $16,643, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,700.