
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Bench
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Middlesex, NJ
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Bench
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
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.
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker
Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Danish Reupholstered Bench — 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Chic and timeless mid-century Danish bench, originally from the 1960s and newly reupholstered in a beautiful mustard-yellow fabric. The seat features classic button tufting and clean...
Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century 1950s Style Custom Made X-Base Bench
Located in St. Louis, MO
Made to order bench, mahogany base bench with X-cross stretcher in the style of a vintage design, shown in leather (COM) with a dark brown stain on mahogany. Dimensions can be custom...
Upholstery, Mahogany

Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handma...
Upholstery, Walnut
Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Tight Cushioned Accent Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern furniture, this tight cushioned accent bench is built to order and completely customizable. The bench shown was custom made...
Lacquer