The Risom Side Chair
Jens Risom's designs were the first pieces conceived for and manufactured by Knoll. Due to wartime material restrictions, the side chair was originally constructed of simple maple frames and discarded parachute webbing. Described as good, honest furniture design, the collection helped establish Knoll as an early source of modern design in America.
Construction and Details
- Webbing
- Cotton: 100% natural cotton
- Sunbrella®: Acrylic/Polyester blended yarn. Has slight stretch, is UV/fade resistant, water repellent, bleach-cleanable and stain resistant(Sunbrella is recommended for use in kitchen and dining areas, or anywhere where you will need to easily clean food stains)
- Frame
- Select Maple or Walnut hardwood
- These frames are not suitable for outdoor use, please see related products for the Risom Outdoor Side Chair
- Catalyzed lacquer finish
- Select Maple or Walnut hardwood
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The Risom Side Chair
The Risom Side Chair
Jens Risom's designs were the first pieces conceived for and manufactured by Knoll. Due to wartime material restrictions, the side chair was originally constructed of simple maple frames and discarded parachute webbing. Described as good, honest furniture design, the collection helped establish Knoll as an early source of modern design in America.
Construction and Details
- Webbing
- Cotton: 100% natural cotton
- Sunbrella®: Acrylic/Polyester blended yarn. Has slight stretch, is UV/fade resistant, water repellent, bleach-cleanable and stain resistant(Sunbrella is recommended for use in kitchen and dining areas, or anywhere where you will need to easily clean food stains)
- Frame
- Select Maple or Walnut hardwood
- These frames are not suitable for outdoor use, please see related products for the Risom Outdoor Side Chair
- Catalyzed lacquer finish
- Select Maple or Walnut hardwood
Original: $1,952.00
-70%$1,952.00
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Description
Jens Risom's designs were the first pieces conceived for and manufactured by Knoll. Due to wartime material restrictions, the side chair was originally constructed of simple maple frames and discarded parachute webbing. Described as good, honest furniture design, the collection helped establish Knoll as an early source of modern design in America.
Construction and Details
- Webbing
- Cotton: 100% natural cotton
- Sunbrella®: Acrylic/Polyester blended yarn. Has slight stretch, is UV/fade resistant, water repellent, bleach-cleanable and stain resistant(Sunbrella is recommended for use in kitchen and dining areas, or anywhere where you will need to easily clean food stains)
- Frame
- Select Maple or Walnut hardwood
- These frames are not suitable for outdoor use, please see related products for the Risom Outdoor Side Chair
- Catalyzed lacquer finish
- Select Maple or Walnut hardwood






















