Jens Risom
Danish, 1916 - 2016
Jens Risom was widely considered one of the first mid-century modern designers to introduce Scandinavian design to the United States. Born in Copenhagen in 1916, Risom attended the School for Arts and Crafts in Denmark, where he studied alongside Hans Wegner. Among Risom’s teachers were Ole Wanscher and Kaare Klint. Risom emigrated to New York in 1939 and by 1942 had designed his first furniture collection in collaboration with Hans Knoll. Together, the duo launched the legendary Knoll furniture company. Risom established his own firm in 1946.
Risom was best known for his elegant yet functional designs. One of his most iconic works was his pared-down, sculptural lounge chair, made of cedar and surplus nylon straps. Risom began experimenting with straps, which became somewhat of a signature, as World War II led to material shortages in the United States. Risom lived to be 100 years old, and will always be remembered as a giant of mid-century Modernism. Jens Risom furniture chairs desks & designs remain popular worldwide.
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Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Playboy Dining Chairs - Set of 4
H 32 in W 22 in D 23 in
$ 3,495
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Jens Risom Model U-150 Mid Century Walnut Bracket Back Sofa
H 32 in W 80 in D 30 in
$ 5,995
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Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk
H 28 in W 72 in D 35 in
$ 3,495
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Jens Risom early lounge chair for Knoll Associates
H 29 in W 24 in D 26 in
$ 2,400
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Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci
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Jens Risom Model 108 Accent Chair in Cinnamon Brown Alpaca With Walnut Frame
H 32 in W 22 in D 25 in
$ 2,750
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Handsome Jens Risom Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
H 39 in W 27 in D 29 in
$ 3,450
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Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
H 24 in W 36 in D 21 in
$ 2,495
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Jens Risom Design Pair of Oiled Walnut & Leather Upholstered Armchairs, c.1965
H 33 in W 26 in D 22 in
$ 3,000
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Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
H 24 in W 36 in D 21 in
$ 2,495
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Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk
H 24 in W 54 in D 21 in
$ 2,995
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Jens Risom Floating Three-Seat Armless Walnut Sofa
H 33 in W 77 in D 29 in
$ 6,800
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Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
H 24 in W 36 in D 21 in
$ 2,495
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Jens Risom Cognac Leather Slipper Lounge Chairs for Knoll
H 31 in W 23 in D 30 in
$ 7,895
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