Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Wood Executive Desk 1960s

Description

A large Jens Risom executive desk in walnut, featuring five drawers.
Restored to a very good standard ready for your home
Dismantles

*No keys for locking mechanism.

Dimensions:

78"L × 36W" × 29.5"H

Chair Clearance: 27.87"

Weight: 255 lbs

Bio:
Jens Risom (8 May 1916 – 9 December 2016) was a Danish American furniture designer. An exemplar of Mid-Century modern design, Risom was one of the first designers to introduce Scandinavian design in the United States.

Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good

Dimensions:
Height: 29.5 in.
Width: 78 in.
Depth: 36 in.

Category: Executive Desks
Origin: United States
Materials: Walnut
Creator: Brand: Jens Risom; Artist: Jens Risom; Designer: Jens Risom

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Condition

Restored; Some Imperfections; Very good

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Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Wood Executive Desk 1960s

Lot 0668

Estimate $2,750-$8,250

Jun 7, 2026, 8:34 PM EDT

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