Bramin Møbler manufactured covetable Scandinavian modern furniture from the mid-1950s until the early 1980s.
Originally founded as N.A. Jørgensen Møbelfabrik in Bramming, Denmark, the company rebranded as Bramin Møbler in the late 1950s. During the 1960s, Bramin Møbler’s offerings retained the simplicity and warmth commonly associated with Scandinavian cabinetmaking traditions and the N.A. Jørgensen Møbelfabrik name but its collaborations with forward-thinking designers helped steer it toward adopting the Danish modern style that had captivated new homeowners in the United States during the postwar years.
Bramin Møbler prioritized quality, form and function — attributes that were promoted by the firm in its print ad campaigns. Its credenzas, dining tables and sideboards were made from strong, rich woods like oak, rosewood and teak (a highly prized material in the mid-century modern era), while its artisans upholstered the company’s durable seating with inviting materials such as wool and leather.
Bramin Møbler collaborated with many legends of Scandinavian and Nordic design, including Johannes Andersen, Hans Olsen, Kurt Østervig and Frank Reenskaug. Its most successful partnership was with Norwegian furniture designer H. W. Klein, who studied under Finn Juhl — a stylistic maverick and master of mid-century Danish design — and moved to Bramming to work for Bramin Møbler.
Over the course of two decades, Klein created elegant coffee tables and cabinets for Bramin Møbler that featured clean lines and gracefully tapered legs, but he is best known for his lounge chairs — most notably, his leather-padded swivel lounger, with its five-spoked, wheeled base.
The global recession of the 1980s hit Bramming hard. Many of the region’s numerous furniture manufacturers had to close their doors — Bramin Møbler included. Bramin Møbler creations remain highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of Scandinavian and mid-century modern furniture.
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Elegant Hans Olsen Teak and Oak armchair. Circa 1960. New Upholstery.
By N.A. Jørgensens, Hans Olsen
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning Scandinavian dining chair or armchair from the 1960s, designed by Hans Olsen and produced by N.A. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik (Bramin). It features an elegant and organic struc...
Upholstery, Velvet, Oak, Teak, Fabric
$1,901
H 75 in W 71 in D 63 in
Armchair Made In Rosewood By Hans Olsen Made By Brdr. Juul K. From 1960s
By Juul Kristensen, Hans Olsen
Located in Lejre, DK
This elegant armchair in rosewood with black leather cushions is a splendid example of classic Danish design. The rosewood, with its deep color and fine grain, gives the chair a uniq...
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle Bikini Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek Bikini Chair in camel velvet, designed by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle. Traditional Danish craftsmanship is reimagined in this innovative design...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960s.
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Jutex
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern teak armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960s. Sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern chair in solid teak with black leather upholstery. Designed by Danish architect Arne H...
Leather, Teak
Hans Olsen Armchair Model 107, Oak Frame, Danish Design, 1960s
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Olsen armchair with frame of oak. Back of teak. Seat new upholstered with lighthallingdal. Model 107, made by Bramin.
Wool, Oak, Teak
Kurt Olsen Model 223 Teak Armchair
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk in 1955, this model 223 armchair is an understated, timeless design. Crafted of teak, it retains its original hand-loomed fabric upholst...
Upholstery, Teak
$6,880 / set
H 27 in W 27.75 in D 27 in
Pair of Danish Modern Cane Back Armchairs by Hans Olsen, c. 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous pair of mid-century upholstered armchairs exemplifies the Danish Modern style with clean lines and open, minimalist form. The design is attributed to Danish designer Ha...
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
$5,851 / set
H 29.93 in W 26.38 in D 29.14 in
Set of Rare Seen Hans Olsen Teak Chairs by Juul Kristensen from the 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Olsen was born in Denmark in 1919 and trained as a cabinetmaker before enrolling at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Art. In 1953 Olsen set up his own studio where he designed a...
Teak
$3,487 / set
H 30.32 in W 25.2 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Hans Olsen Model 134 Oak Chairs with Blue Fabric Upholstery
By Hans Olsen, N.A. Jørgensens
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of chairs designed by Hans Olsen in 1955 with oak frame, seat and back made of bentwood, upholstered in blue wool. Manufactured by N. A. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik, model 134/55.
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
Hans Olsen Balloon Armchair 1960's
By Hans Olsen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
A lounge chair manufactured in the 1960s (estimated). This is the iconic 'Balloon Chair' by Danish designer Hans Olsen. Its modern, playful design features a rounded seat and slender...
Metal
$1,983 / set
H 34.26 in W 20.08 in D 17.72 in
Pair Of Armchairs Made In Rosewood & Black Leather By Hans Olsen From 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Lejre, DK
This pair of armchairs in classic black leather and teak, designed by Hans Olsen from the 1960s, exudes timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. The chairs are not only funct...
Leather, Rosewood
$5,617 / set
H 38.19 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Hans Olsen Leather & Rosewood Armchairs - Denmark, Circa 1960s
By CS Møbler, Hans Olsen
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome and comfortable pair of black leather-upholstered armchairs, with outwardly-turned armrests, raised on rosewood legs. Sleek design by Danish designer Hans Olsen for C.S. M...
Pair of Hans Olsen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden, 1960s. Original green upholstery.
Leather, Suede