Jens Risom

Name: Jens Risom
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SKU: 9781838663070
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A Seat at the Table

By Vicky Lowry

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Jens Risom offers the first authoritative biography of the Danish-American designer who helped introduce Scandinavian design to mid-century America. This chronologically organised monograph traces Risom's education, early collaborations with Georg Jensen and Hans Knoll, the founding of Jen Risom Design, and his iconic prefab house on Block Island. Richly illustrated, it highlights his innovative use of materials and enduring influence on modern furniture design.
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Ideal for enthusiasts of mid-century modern design, furniture collectors, and those interested in Scandinavian-American cultural influences. A valuable resource for design students and professionals seeking insight into Risom's lasting legacy.

The first and only monograph on the life and work of the iconic Danish-American mid-century furniture designer Jens Risom - an unsung hero of Mid-Century Modern design

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The first-ever monograph on the life and work of celebrated Danish-American mid-century furniture designer Jens Risom. This is the first authoritative biography on a key figure in mid-century modern design, Jens Risom, who was one of the first designers to introduce Scandinavian design to the United States.

In 1942, Risom's designs formed the majority of the inaugural collection of original furniture for the iconic Hans Knoll Furniture Company. Organised chronologically, the book covers Risom's education in Denmark, early collaborations with Georg Jensen and Hans Knoll, the creation of his own company—Jens Risom Design—his celebrated prefab house on Block Island, RI, as well as his legacy and presence in the 21st century.

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Booklist praises it as "richly illustrated," while Bookforum notes Risom's ecological approach to material reuse. Galerie highlights the inclusion of personal diaries and photographs. ELLE Decor recommends it for design enthusiasts, and Interior Design Magazine calls it "thorough" and "long overdue." Azure affirms the author gives Risom his deserving recognition, and AD Pro notes the appeal even to newcomers familiar with his woven seating and woodwork.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838663070

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 214.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 1372g

Pages: 264

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About the Author

Vicky Lowry is a writer, editor, and the former special projects director at Architectural Digest and features director of Elle Decor, Veranda, and House Beautiful. She contributes to publications including Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, and Galerie.