Swedish architect and furniture designer Alf Svensson worked with a range of organic materials that are today commonly associated with Scandinavian modernism, utilizing rosewood, oak and teak in his cabinets, chairs, tables and other furniture, and opting for leather when it came to creating upholstery for his sleek seating.
Svensson worked for several manufacturers including String Seffle AB, Bergbom & Co., Nybrofabriken and Nesto but is best known to collectors for the designs he created for DUX as well as the works he produced with Yngvar Sandström. A like-minded obscure Swedish designer who worked regularly with luxury retailer Nordiska Kompaniet, Sandström may be familiar to Scandi furniture aficionados for his chrome-framed Drum tables for Dux or his stylish teak furnishings for Seffle Möbelfabrik AB.
As creative director at Bergboms, Svensson worked with brass and opaline glass to create a range of lighting. He designed sculptural tripod-style floor lamps with bodies of steam-bent solid teak — a popular material with furniture makers of the mid-20th century — while his hanging ceiling lights featured lacquered metal shades that bring pops of color into living rooms and entryways.
Svensson’s role at the lighting manufacturer, which was founded in 1940 by Efraim Ljung — also the founder of Ljungs Industrier — saw him collaborating with the likes of legendary designers such as Greta Magnusson Grossman and Edward Wormley, a favorite of mid-century modern furniture collectors and the longtime director of design for the Dunbar furniture company.
Svensson also served as the creative director at Ljungs Industrier. In Sweden, Studio Ljungs Industrier AB is the large family-owned parent company of Duxiana (in America, DUX). In 1950, Folke Ohlsson, then leading Ljungs Industrier’s design team, decamped to the States to explore how he could expand DUX’s business, which at that point included a wide range of furniture. It was during this time, in the postwar era, that American tastemakers really sold the citizenry on the warmth and good craftsmanship that characterizes Scandinavian modern design.
Ohlsson established a DUX office not long after he arrived in California, first in San Francisco and later in Burlingame. Svensson, a chief designer in the Malmö, Sweden, office of Ljungs Industrier, was among the top-tier furniture design talent with which DUX collaborated (a list that included Wormley and Bruno Mathsson). Svensson’s Galaxy chair, a comfortable upholstered swivel seat attributed to a partnership between the designer and Sandström that exudes Space Age charm, is highly sought after, and Svensson's relationship with DUX yielded similarly attractive sideboards, lounge chairs and other furnishings that are some of his most celebrated works.
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Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström G-025 Brass Floor Lamp, Bergboms, Sweden 1960s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant floor lamp was designed by Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandström in the 1960s. This model numbered G-025 was produced by the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer Bergboms. ...
Brass
Table lamps by Yngvar Sandström and Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
This pair of table lamps was designed by Yngvar Sandström and Alf Svensson for Bergboms during the 1960s. The lamps feature an elegant base that rises into a slim brass stem, giving ...
Brass
"Galaxy" Lounge Chair by Alf Svensson & Ingvar Sandstrom for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Dronten, NL
A 1960s Galaxy chair designed by Alf Svensson for DUX, Sweden. This chairs features an upholstered and tufted red cushion and a brown colored plastic frame and pedestal base. One of...
Aluminum
Brass Table Lamp B-024 by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström for Bergboms, 1960s
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Bergboms
Located in Karis, Nyland
A Swedish brass table lamp, model B-024, designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström for Bergboms in the 1960’s. The design features a tulip-shaped brass base with a slender stem, ...
Brass
Table Lamps in Brass and Original Le Klint Lamp Shades, 1950's
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Table Lamps in Brass and Original Le Klint Lamp Shades by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass and original Le Klint lamp shades Style: Mi...
Brass
$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
(2) Beech and Fabric Easy Swivel Chairs by Yngvar Sandstrom Chairs C.1970's
By Källemo, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Norwalk, CT
This impeccable pair of easy chairs, crafted in Sweden during the 1970s, embodies the era's signature blend of form and function. Designed by Ygnvar Sandstrom for Källemo New Furnitu...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of table lamps B-024 by Alf Svensson and Yngvar sandström by Bergboms
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Genarp, SE
Pair of table lamps B-024 Designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström för Bergboms, 1960s. Both lamps have their original lampshades.
Brass
Iconic table lamp, model B-024 by Bergbom, Scandinavian Modern
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Iconic table lamp, model B-024, designed by Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström for Bergbom, Sweden mid-1900s. A beautiful trumpet-shaped base, bottom with makers mark. In good condit...
Brass
Bergboms, Pair of Floor Lamps, G-024, Brass, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of G-024 floor lamps in brass with original shades in fiberglass and fringe. Designed by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström for Bergboms, Sweden 1960s. This pair was bought in ...
Brass
Pair of "Galaxy" Easy Chairs by Alf Svensson & Ingvar Sandstrom for DUX Sweden
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Dux of Sweden
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Hard to find as a pair are these Space Age futuristic "Galaxy" swivelling easy chairs by ALF SVENSSON & YNGVAR SANDSTORM for DUX Sweden The design is from 1968 when the space race to the moon and the futuristic Concorde airplane inspired...
Aluminum
$2,114Sale Price|25% Off
Galaxy Armchair by Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandsteom for Dux, 1970s
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage armchair mod. Galaxy by Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandsteom for Dux. Resin shell, metal base, quilted padding on the back and seat and black leather upholstery. Fully original...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Commode by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström, 1960s
By AB Nybrofabriken 1, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in PARIS, FR
Very nice little chest of drawers that can also be used as a TV stand, in rosewood, by the designers Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandstrom. Its elegance is underlined by the brass base, ...
Brass
Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström Floor Lamps Model G-024 by Bergbom in Sweden
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of floor lamps model G-024 designed by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström. Produced by Bergbom in Sweden.
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Floor Lamp Model G-025 by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, 1960s.
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Bergboms
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Enhance your living space with this rare and beautiful floor lamp designed by two of the most renowned Swedish designers Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandstrom for Bergboms. This floor la...
Brass
Bergboms, brass and leather table lamp, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Bergboms Scanlight table lamp. Produced in Sweden during the middle of the 20th century. Luxurious design with brass wrapped in leather. A brass b...
Brass
Swedish designer 'G-090' floor lamp by Bergboms, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Floor lamp in brass, model G-090 manufactured by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s. Made in brass with adjustable shade with plastic diffuser.
Brass
Midcentury Pair of Bergboms B-024 Table Lamps, 1960s, Sweden
By Bergboms
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The table version of the iconic Bergboms design with all new cotton shades, made in Sweden. Cast iron base finished in brass. This pair of table lamps will give that great look to a ...
Brass
Brass Floor Lamp G-075 by Bergboms, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Adjustable shade. Excellent vintage condition. Produced by Bergboms in Sweden. New wire.
Brass
$995 / set
H 40 in Dm 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Avocado Green and Gold Plasto Lamps with Original Shades
By Plasto Usa
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Incredible complete pair of Mid-Century Modern avacado green lamps by Plasto. These have got to be some of the most authentic Mid-Century lamps around. It is quite rare to find lamps...
Ceramic
$3,750
H 37.5 in W 30 in D 32 in
Danish 1940s Easy Chair with Open Armrests in Beech by Alfred Christensen
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully carved natural beech wood. Nice slim elegant ...
Beech, Wool
1969, Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Pernilla Lounge Chair
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
Leather, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$3,850
H 36.75 in W 31 in D 29 in
Danish 1940s Easy Chair with Channeled Backrest and Open Armrests in Beech
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully carved stained mahogany. Very elegant sculptu...
Wool, Birch
Pair of Bergboms Brass Table Lamps, Model B-024
By Bergboms
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Elegant pair of Swedish modern table lamps by Bergboms, model B-024, produced in the 1960s. A refined example of Scandinavian minimalism, these lamps combine clean architectural line...
Brass
$850Sale Price|32% Off
H 34.5 in W 31 in D 36 in
Vintage Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Milo Baughman, Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Chicago, IL
A Vintage Lounge Chair Attributed to Folke Ohlsson for Dux. Chair will require complete reupholstery as well as some work on the wood structural frame that the upholstered seat set...
Wood
$8,200 / set
H 33.25 in W 31.75 in D 31 in
Ilmari Lappalainen, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Green Fabric, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Manhasset, NY
Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, "Laila" Lounge Chairs, Beech, Green Fabric, Finland, 1950s Pair of 'Laila' lounge chairs designed by Ilmari Lappalainen (Finlan...
Fabric, Beech
Swedish Walnut Recliner Chair by Alf Svensson for Dux
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning mid-century walnut recliner chair, designed by Alf Svensson for Dux in the 1960s, is a true masterpiece of Scandinavian design. The solid wood frame stained in a warm w...
Fabric, Walnut
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H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
Swedish Corner Table Teak - Design by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Oirlo, LI
Discover the elegance of Scandinavian design with our Swedish corner table. A timeless piece of furniture that makes a statement in any room. Made from high-quality teak wood, this t...
Teak
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H 48.43 in W 26.38 in D 0.79 in
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, AB Nybrofabriken 1
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful mirror in rosewood and leather by designers Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström. The frame is made of rosewood with a lovely structure featuring a worked rectangular pattern,...
Leather, Rosewood
Alf Svensson and Ingvar Sandström Commode
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, AB Nybrofabriken 1
Located in PARIS, FR
Very nice little chest of drawers that can also be used as a TV stand, in rosewood, by the designers Alf Svensson and Ingvar Sandström. Its elegance is underlined by the brass base, ...
Brass
Scandinavian sofa "Carina" by Svensson & Sandström
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, KOK
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s teak sofa convertible into single bed. "Carina" model with original upholstery. Vintage Scandinavian sofa model "Carina" designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström for KOK ...
Fabric, Teak
Pair of Floor Lamps by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström, Sweden 1960s
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Utrecht, NL
This model was created by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström for the Swedish firm Bergboms during the golden age of Scandinavian lighting design. The model is characterised by its min...
Brass
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H 26.78 in Dm 15.75 in
Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström B-024 pair Brass Table Lamps for Bergboms
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of elegant brass B-024 table lamps, designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström for Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s. Very good overall original condition with normal signs of use. The...
Brass
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H 11.03 in Dm 20.87 in
Brass Pendant T-5 by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström for Bergboms, Sweden 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Wide vintage brass pendant T-5 designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström and manufactured for Bergboms in Sweden. The exterior of the pendant is made of strong brass with a smoo...
Metal, Brass
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H 13 in Dm 17.72 in
Rare Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström Rotoflex Pendant Lamp TR-67 Bergboms 1960s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern Rotoflex pendant lamp or haning light. Model TR-67. Designed by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström for Bergboms, Sweden,...
Brass
Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström Model "G-024" Floor Lamp, Sweden 1960s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Utrecht, NL
This elegant floor lamp was produced by Bergboms in Sweden during the 1960s. The design was created by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström, both of whom were brilliant Swedish designer...
Brass
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H 37.01 in W 27.56 in D 35.83 in
Dux Galaxy set of 2 Space Age armchairs by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Two Galaxy armchairs in a fantastic color combination of black acrylic and pink upholstery. The plastic shells of both chairs, as well as the metal feet, are in excellent condition a...
Fabric, Acrylic
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H 18.9 in W 41.74 in D 15.75 in
1960s Slim Walnut With Brass Sideboard Credenzas Model 'Club 60' By Nybro Sweden
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, AB Nybrofabriken 1
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and elegant slim drawer sideboard in walnut with brass details resting on slim brass legs. This sideboard, model 60, is designed by Alf Svensson and Ynvar Sandström for the AB Nybrofabriken in Nybro Sweden. This elegant cabinet is a absolute rarity and eye catcher for your interior. Overall the condition of this model 60 cabinet...
Brass
Bergboms Model G-026 Swedish Brass Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Bergboms
Located in Prague, New Town
Swedish brass floor lamp, model G-026, designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström and manufactured by Bergboms in Sweden, 1960s. This el...
Brass