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The Model 666WSP Side Chair designed in 1943 by Jens Risom for Knoll Inc.

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Jens Risom: Introducing the US to Scandinavian Design

“Good design means that anything good will go well with other equally good things.” – Jens Risom

Jens Risom was not only an iconic mid-century modern furniture designer, but he was also responsible for introducing Scandinavian design to the United States. “Risom was often referred to as the first true Knoll designer” (1).  With the current popularity of mid-century furniture design, Risom’s warm, elegant, timeless designs inspire a new generation of furniture designers.

Jens Risom was born in Copenhagen, Denmark on May 8, 1916, the son of prominent Danish architect Sven Risom. Young Jens studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Design along with classmates Hans Wegner and Børge Mogensen (2) from 1935 until 1938. (3)

Designer Jens Risom. Photographer unknown. Image source.

Jens Risom and Hans Knoll

In 1939 Risom traveled to the United States to study design. Unfortunately, Risom found it difficult to find steady work in New York City. (2) In a 2012 interview with Modern Magazine Risom said, “What I found was that [the United States] was advanced in just about all areas—except for taste” (3). Risom was challenged to find anyone in the United States in the pre-war interested in producing the type of furniture he was designing. Risom’s freelance work secured him a position as Director of Interior Design at Dan Cooper, Inc., where he worked until 1940.

Jens Risom, 645W Chair for Knoll Inc. (1942). Image source.

After 1940 Risom returned to freelance work in furniture and textile design. “It was during this time that he met Hans Knoll. The pair collaborated on an exhibition for the New York World’s Fair.” (4) Risom finally found someone interested in producing and promoting his furniture designs. Then Knoll took Risom on as his partner and first designer for his new furniture company.

The first Knoll Catalog was published in 1942, “which included 15 pieces designed by Risom — the very first furniture to be commissioned specifically by Knoll” (4). One of the most timeless chairs in the collection was the Model 654W was designed by necessity. “Materials were hard to come by during the war, so Mr. Risom designed a chair with simple wooden legs and for upholstery used nothing other than surplus parachute straps” (1). In addition to Knoll, Risom sold designs to Frederik Lunning Inc., and this collection was introduced in October 1942. (2)

Jens Risom, Lounge Chairs Model U-416, (1941). Image source.

War, Love, and Breakup with Knoll

In 1943 Risom put his career on hold as he was drafted into the United States Army where he served as an interpreter under General George S. Patton. (1, 2) Risom returned to New York after the war. “…Mr. Knoll was involved romantically and professionally with a furniture designer named Florence Schust, who held a view of modern design that was in direct opposition to Mr. Risom’s”(1). Florence Schust eventually married Hans Knoll and became his business partner (4) leading Risom to split professionally with Knoll in 1946. (1)

Jens Risom, Magazine Table T.539, (1949). Image source.

Jens Risom Design Opens

Soon after his departure from Knoll, Risom established his own firm, Jens Risom Design which opened on May 1, 1946 (1); Risom ran the business until it was sold in the 1970s. (4) During the 1950s, Risom’s reputation grew as he promoted Danish design to a wider commercial and residential market. He hired fashion photographer Richard Avedon to photograph Risom’s furniture for sophisticated advertisements. The ads consisted of a photo of an item of furniture “against a white background with the simple tagline ‘The Answer is Risom’” (5).

Advertisement for T181 Dining Table and C240 Caneback Chair, (c. 1958). Image source.

Later in the decade, Risom began moving the firm away from residential work and into the “office furniture, hospital furniture, and library furniture” (2) markets. During the 1960s, Risom’s firm had showrooms in all major markets in the United States. (5) In 1961 Risom's work "was included in the legendary...Playboy Magazine article 'Designs for Living,' " (6) with mid-century design superstars "Charles Eames, Harry Bertoia, Eero Saarinen, Edward Wormley, and George Nelson" (6). President Lyndon Johnson selected a Risom executive chair for his use in the Oval Office. (2)

Renewed Interest in Risom’s Designs

After the sale of his design firm, Risom continued to design and work as a consultant throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The 1990s saw a resurgence in interest in Risom’s iconic designs, the popularity of his furniture continues today. In 1994 Knoll introduced a selection of Risom’s early 1940s designs. In 2005 Risom partnered with New York art and furniture dealer Ralph Pucci to market his work. Pucci’s firm still sells Risom’s work today. (7)

Jens Risom and Chris Hardy, Ven Cabinet, (1961). Image source.

Risom’s Legacy

“The Museum of Modern Art, the Brooklyn Museum and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum all have Risom selections in their permanent collections” (1). In 1996 Risom was knighted by Queen Margrethe II of Denmark. (5) Risom was also a trustee of the Rhode Island School of Design. (2, 5) Risom outlived his contemporaries; he died at his home in New Canaan, Connecticut on December 9, 2016, at the age of 100. (1)

References

Bernstein, J., (22 December, 2016). Jens Risom, Modernist Designer Whose Furniture Still Has Legs, Dies at 100. New York Times website. https://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/22/world/europe/jens-risom-dead.html

Wikipedia.com, (11 November, 2022). Jens Risom. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jens_Risom

Hine,T., (19 March, 2012), Designer Spotlight – Jens Risom. Modern Magazine. Retrieved from web.archive.org: https://web.archive.org/web/20160311134534/http://www.modernmag.com/?p=1683

Contract Design News, (10 December, 2016). Legendary Designer Jens Risom Dies at 100. https://contractdesign.com/news/people/Legendary-Designer-Jens-Risom-Dies-at-Age-100/

Knoll International, (n.d.). Knoll Designer Bios: Jens Risom. https://www.knoll.com/designer/Jens-Risom

Pamono GmbH, (2022). Designer Jens Risom. https://www.pamono.co.uk/designers/risom

Ralph Pucci International, (2022). Jens Risom. https://ralphpucci.com/artists/jens-risom

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Then You Run

Then You Run (Serie 2023) #LeahMcNamara #LiseRisomOlsen #RichardCoyle #FrancisMagee #CillianOSullivan #ChristianRubeck Mehr auf:

SerieJahr: 2023- Genre: Thriller Hauptrollen: Leah McNamara, Lise Risom Olsen, Richard Coyle, Francis Magee, Cillian O’Sullivan, Christian Rubeck, Vivian Oparah, Yasmin Monet Prince, Darren Cahill, Welket Bungué, Isidora Fairhurst, Leander Vyvey, Carl Shaaban, Famke Janssen … Serienbeschreibung: Eigentlich wollten Tara (Leah McNamara) und ihre drei Freundinnen Stink (Vivian Oparah), Nessi…

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Orange County Mediterranean Dining Room Great room - large mediterranean travertine floor and beige floor great room idea with white walls and no fireplace

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Home Office Chicago Large minimalist freestanding desk study room photo with white walls and no fireplace

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by Ole Risom, published January 1963 illustrated by Richard Scarry

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Red! Thought of you today when visiting the Viking centre in Ribe, Denmark. Lots of familiar beadwork, even in the gift shop ;) you probably already knew this, but here you go either way.

Yes!! OHHH I envy you being able to just go to Ribe like that. I am friendly acquaintances with Thomas Risom, a beadmaker who has been an active part of interpreting the digs there--chances are, he made the beads in the third photo. I have his book, the Beadmaker of Ribe, and treasure it. SO you've definitely seen me make a few of these!

Oh man. I dream of someday slipping the leash, and going to see Birka and Haithabu and Ribe and the associated museums. And meeting all my friends, like you and Thomas Risom and beadmakers and mutuals in Germany and Sweden too.

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Around and around the seasons

I am a Bunny by Ole Risom, illustrated by Richard Scarry

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.Making Glass Beads.

The image below shows a possible reconstruction of an oven / furnace for making glass beads. Photo taken at Moesgaard Museum, 2006.The variant shown is a closed oven. Excavations in Ribe seem to indicate ovens might have been used there, although the actual design is unknown. (C.f. Risom, Thomas. Perlemageren fra Ribe. Forlaget Liljebjerget, 2013, p. 33.; Sode, Torben. “Glass Bead Making…

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Modern Furniture Aesthetics: The Risom Influence

Jens Risom joined the young Hans Knoll Furniture Company in the early 1940s - Modern interior with wooden floor, geometric rug, chair, side table, and pendant lamp. Follow Ceramic City on Tumblr Source: https://soudasouda.tumblr.com/post/750059297300480000/jens-risom-joined-the-young-hans-knoll-furniture

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Jens Risom joined the young Hans Knoll Furniture Company in the early 1940s Follow Research.Lighting on Tumblr Source: https://soudasouda.tumblr.com/post/750059297300480000/jens-risom-joined-the-young-hans-knoll-furniture

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Dagobert Peche: Master of Ornament from the Arts and Crafts Movement to Art Deco

“Dagobert Peche was the greatest ornamental genius Austria has produced since the Baroque.” - Josef Hoffmann

Dagobert Peche was one of the most influential designers of the Wiener Werkstätte. (1) His work falls under the Arts and Crafts Movement and was extremely influential to the burgeoning Art Deco style. A very versatile designer, “Peche has been credited with ushering in a new era for the decorative arts” (2). “Peche designed across numerous media including wallpaper, textiles, furniture, glass, jewelry, toys, and metalwork” (1) and is also renown for his graphic designs. (1)

Dagobert Peche was “born April 3, 1887 in Lungau, Austria” (2). As a boy he aspired to become a painter, but his older brother was a painter so young Dagobert decided to become an architect. (3) Peche began his studies in engineering and architecture at “Technische Hochschule (Technical College) in Vienna” (4) in 1906. He studied under Max von Ferstel, Karl König, and Leopold Simony. (2) Two years later Peche left Technische Hochschule to enroll in “Akademie der bildenden Künste in Vienna (Academy of Fine Arts), where the architect Friedrich Ohmann was his main influence” (2).

In 1910 Peche journeyed to Great Britain where he was influenced by the art and design he saw there; Aubrey Beardsley’s work may have had a profound influence on the young designer.  In 1911 Peche graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts and also married his love Petronella (Nelly) Daberkow whom he had met the previous year. (2)

Dagobert Peche, Brooch (C. 1917) Image source.

Another momentous encounter in Peche’s life happened when he met architect and designer Josef Hoffmann at a celebration held in honor of architect Otto Wagner’s 70th  birthday. (3) Hoffmann began buying Peche’s textile and wallpaper designs for the Wiener Werkstätte. During this time Peche brached out in other areas of design “contributing designs for furniture, glass, jewelry, and toys” (2). His graphic designs for “postcards…invitation cards, bookplates, and posters” were popular as well. Many of his designs featured “a touch of the [Baroque and] Rococo style, and carry a playful erotic charge. Peche also designed woodcuts, which were included in the fashion portfolio Mode Wien 1914/15” (2).

Peche officially joined Wiener Werkstätte in 1915, “eventually becoming co-director between 1917 and 1923” (4). He also served as “Zurich branch of the Wiener Werkstätte until 1919” (1). “Peche “was drafted to serve in the war in 1916, but was released in 1917 after suffering from appendicitis” (2).

Dagobert Peche, Poster for Wiener Werkstätte fashions (1919) Image source.

During World War I, material shortages forced Peche to experiment with “simple materials like tole and cardboard” (4). A design strategy that would become more common during and after the Second World War for designers like Jean Prouvé and Jens Risom.

Peche did not design exclusively for Wiener Werkstätte. He also developed “textiles and carpets for Johann Backhausen, & Söhne, ceramics for Vereinigte Wiener & Gmundner Keramik, … and wallpaper for Max Schmidt and Flammersheim & Steinmann” (1).

Dagobert Peche, Silver Bird-shaped Candy Box (1920). Image source.

Sadly, Peche’s brilliant career was cut short when he died of cancer in Vienna on April 16, 1923 at the age of 35. (2) While Peche’s work slightly pre-dates the Art-Deco period his geometrically stylized designs were a major influence on designers like René Lalique, Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, and Jean Dunand.

Dagobert Peche, Large Leaves design for fabric (c. 1920). Image source.

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Tandem seat and table, Jens Risom

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Top Educational Books for Kids Under 5

The early years of a child's life are critical for their development, and books play a crucial role in fostering growth in areas such as language, social skills, emotional intelligence, and cognitive abilities. For kids under 5, educational books can help build foundational knowledge and introduce them to the world around them in a fun, interactive way. The right books can spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and inspire a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

Here’s a list of the top educational books for kids under 5, designed to engage young minds while teaching valuable lessons and skills.

Discover a wide range of books for children at ChildrenBook.info! Our collection includes delightful stories, engaging picture books, and educational resources designed to captivate young minds. Whether you're looking for adventure, learning, or fun, we have the perfect book for every child. Visit us today and inspire a lifelong love of reading with our thoughtfully curated selection of children's books!

1. "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

Age: 0-5

A true classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar follows the story of a little caterpillar as it eats its way through various foods before transforming into a butterfly. The book’s vibrant illustrations, rhythmic text, and the caterpillar’s journey of growth make it a fantastic educational tool.

Why it’s great: This book helps teach young children about counting, days of the week, and the life cycle of a butterfly. Its engaging design encourages early literacy and promotes an understanding of transformation and nature.

2. "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle

Age: 0-5

This delightful and repetitive picture book uses simple language and colorful illustrations to introduce children to animals and colors. The rhyming text and repetitive structure make it easy for young kids to follow along and anticipate what comes next.

Why it’s great: The book builds early literacy skills through repetition and rhyme. It also teaches color recognition and animal names in a fun and engaging way, making it ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.

3. "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom" by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault

Age: 2-5

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is an upbeat, rhythmic book that introduces children to the alphabet. As the letters of the alphabet race up a coconut tree, young readers are captivated by the playful language and lively illustrations.

Why it’s great: The engaging rhythm and repetition make it an ideal choice for teaching children their ABCs. It also promotes letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and language development.

4. "Goodnight Moon" by Margaret Wise Brown

Age: 0-5

Goodnight Moon is a beloved bedtime classic that follows a little bunny as he says goodnight to various objects in his room. The soothing, repetitive text and comforting illustrations help set the tone for a peaceful night’s sleep.

Why it’s great: While the book is primarily a bedtime read, it’s educational in its use of repetition and familiar vocabulary. It also encourages a sense of routine and calmness, making it an excellent choice for bedtime rituals.

5. "Where's Spot?" by Eric Hill

Age: 2-5

Where’s Spot? is an interactive lift-the-flap book that follows a little puppy named Spot as his mother looks for him around the house. With each flap that is lifted, children discover clues and learn about different locations around the home.

Why it’s great: This book promotes early problem-solving skills as kids try to find Spot. It also encourages motor skills development through the lifting of flaps, while teaching vocabulary related to everyday objects.

6. "I Am a Bunny" by Ole Risom and Richard Scarry

Age: 0-5

This sweet, simple story introduces children to a little bunny named Nicholas, who explores the world around him through the seasons. Each page is filled with soft illustrations and simple, nature-themed text.

Why it’s great: This book teaches kids about the changing seasons, nature, and animals, making it a great introduction to the natural world. It also fosters a love for the outdoors and curiosity about the environment.

7. "The Very Busy Spider" by Eric Carle

Age: 2-5

Another classic from Eric Carle, The Very Busy Spider follows a spider as she works to spin her web despite the many distractions around her. The tactile, raised web on each page invites young readers to interact with the story.

Why it’s great: This book teaches persistence, the importance of focus, and introduces children to the concept of different animals. It also strengthens fine motor skills and sensory awareness through the raised textures.

8. "First 100 Words" by Roger Priddy

Age: 0-3

This colorful board book is filled with pictures of everyday objects and their names. From animals to vehicles to food items, the book introduces young children to over 100 important words.

Why it’s great: Ideal for babies and toddlers, First 100 Words helps build a child’s early vocabulary. The large pictures and simple text make it easy for little ones to identify and name familiar objects.

9. "The Wheels on the Bus" by Paul O. Zelinsky

Age: 2-5

This beautifully illustrated version of the classic song The Wheels on the Bus features charming pictures that bring the lyrics to life. As children sing along, they can make the sounds and movements associated with the song.

Why it’s great: This interactive book is perfect for building early language skills, rhythm, and listening abilities. It also encourages participation, which makes it a great choice for group readings or sing-alongs.

10. "Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers About Animals" by Katie Daynes

Age: 3-5

This interactive, lift-the-flap book is full of fun facts about animals. Each page presents a question about animals, such as "What do cats like to play with?" or "Why do elephants have trunks?" Children can lift flaps to reveal the answers, sparking their curiosity and providing them with exciting, educational information.

Why it’s great: The book fosters curiosity and critical thinking skills by encouraging children to think about the answers before revealing them. It also introduces early concepts in science and biology, making learning fun and engaging.

Conclusion

Books for kids under 5 lay the groundwork for learning in a way that’s interactive, fun, and engaging. Whether through simple rhymes, engaging pictures, or interactive features like lift-the-flaps, these educational books help build essential skills such as language development, problem-solving, and social understanding. By incorporating these top educational books into your child’s daily routine, you are helping to inspire a lifelong love for reading and learning.

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