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Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom

Name: Pair of Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom
Brand: Jens Risom
Rating: 5 (22 reviews)

$7,500List Priceper set

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Jens Risom

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.

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Set of 2 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

$7,295 / set

H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

Set of 2 Rare Model C-108 Armchairs, Jens Risom, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a limited set of two restored Model C-108 armchairs designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from frames, legs and arms of solid black walnut replete wit...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Set of 2 Model C-108 Chairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

$7,295 / set

H 32.25 in W 26 in D 25 in

Set of 2 Model C-108 Chairs by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design, USA, c. 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a limited set of two restored Model C-108 armchairs designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from frames, legs and arms of solid black walnut replete wit...

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Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

$3,650 / set

H 31 in W 23.75 in D 22.5 in

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Danish Jens Risom attributed Mid-Century Modern armchairs with new wool felt upholstery, circa 1960s . Button tufted. Tapered legs with minor loses and fading to wood. Good original ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Classic Pair of Modernist Club ./ Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950's, 60s

$3,900 / set

H 38 in W 26 in D 26 in

Classic Pair of Modernist Club ./ Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950's, 60s

By Jens Risom

Located in Buffalo, NY

Discover the timeless allure of a rare set of club chairs designed by Jens Risom in the late 1950s, early 1960s,,, Stunning design.. Retain they're original upholstery and finish.. F...

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Pair of Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom (Attr.), United States ca 1950s

$9,995 / set

H 29.93 in W 22.64 in D 31.5 in

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom (Attr.), United States ca 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Utrecht, NL

This pair of lounge chairs attributed to Jens Risom is truly a magnificent example of American design, reflecting the sleek elegance of mid-century aesthetics. With their clean lines...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

$3,147

H 31.75 in W 23.25 in D 24 in

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair This lounge chair measures: 23.25 wide x 24 deep x 31.75 high, with a seat h...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs - Pair

$6,495 / set

H 28 in W 34.5 in D 29 in

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 34.5 wide x 29 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair cleara...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclé Lounge Chairs

$7,064 / set

H 30.71 in W 25.6 in D 35.44 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclé Lounge Chairs

Located in Puglia, Puglia

An original and bold 1970s-style design, highly seductive. These armchairs captivate the beholder and welcome those who sit in them with comfort. The armchairs feature a unique wood...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Contemporary Italian Armchairs

$4,540 / set

H 31.89 in W 28.75 in D 30.71 in

Pair of Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Located in London, London

Pair of armchairs Nicely shaped and constructed Beech frame Fabric seat Choice of fabrics available Made in Italy Contemporary If not held in stock will be made to order Can be purchased individually These contemporary Italian armchairs...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs

$2,000 / set

H 29 in W 27.25 in D 27 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning pair of vintage modern Italian lounge chairs with sculpted armrests and angled back legs. The sleek design ensures maximum comfort without sacrificing style. Please confir...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

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Located in Las Vegas, NV

Stunning pair of authentic mid century lounge chairs by Jens Risom. This pair of chairs is absolutely breathtaking, the gorgeous two tone mohair upholstery contrasts the beautiful wa...

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Pair of Mid Century Scoop Lounge Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Las Vegas, NV

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Pair of Mid Century Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Sardis

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This is an elegant set of Klismos Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens, an iconic interpretation of the classical Klismos form. The sculptural frames feature gracef...

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Pair of Cube Chairs with Walnut Plinths

By Milo Baughman, Harvey Probber

Located in Las Vegas, NV

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Mid Century Sculptural High Back Swivel Chair

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Las Vegas, NV

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Pair of Vintage Coastal Reeded Bamboo Lounge Chairs

By Kreiss, Maguire

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Vintage, white washed, reeded bamboo lounge chairs. Great chairs with super organic feel. These chair give a very cozy, coastal sunroom vibe. Chair are sold as found. Fabric shows...

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