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. He 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 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 Yngvar 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, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed by Alf Svensson and produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 15” H x 6.5” W x 7.5“D Back Plate Dim...
Brass
Alf Svensson, modernist pendant lamp, opal glass, Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Forserum, SE
An eye-catching pendant lamp designed by Alf Svensson for the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer Bergboms in 1953. This exquisite design features a minimalist aesthetic, with thr...
Steel
Alf Svensson, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed by Alf Svensson and produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.75” H x 15.25” Diameter Dimensio...
Brass
1950s Opaline Glass Pendants by Alf Svensson for Bergboms Belysning
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Opaline Glass Pendants by Alf Svensson for Bergboms Belysning. Executed in opaline glass with black cloth cord and polished brass ceiling canopy. A lyrical and elegant Scandina...
Brass
Pair of Brass Wall Lamps by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s. Produced by Bergboms. Perforated brass with beautiful patina. New wiring.
Brass
Alf Svensson Swedish Mid-Century Adjustable Wall Sconce SL3 in Perforated Brass
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Örebro, SE
THE PRODUCT Presented here is the adjustable Swedish wall lamp model SL 3, designed by Alf Svensson for Bergbom & Co in the 1950s. The lamp features a bell-shaped, perforated brass s...
Brass
Scandinavian Floor Lamps by A. Svensson and Y. Sandström for Bergboms, Sweden
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of Scandinavian floor lamps by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström, Sweden, 1970s. The lamps are made of solid brass with a trump...
Brass
Swedish Desk Clamp Lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Desk clamp lamp designed by Alf Svensson, manufactured by Bergboms in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from steel with aluminum shade and brass joints.
Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Alf Svensson G-30R Floor Lamp, Brass & Black Metal, Mid-Century Modern
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in PARIS, FR
Floor lamp in brass in a sublime golden color and black lacquered metal with a clean-cut tripod base. Variable in height thanks to a nice little brass device 105 to 145 cm. Modernist...
Metal, Brass
Alf Svensson Floor Lamp Model G-36 Produced by Bergbom in Sweden
By Alf Svensson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare floor lamp model G-36 designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by Bergbom in Sweden.
Brass, Steel
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
Alf Svensson G34 Floor Lamp in Teak, Josef Frank Shade, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant floor lamp was designed by Alf Svensson and produced by Bergboms in Sweden in the 1960s. This three-legged design is numbered G34. The design is marked by the three legged base leading to the central tube, all in solid teak wood with a beautiful grain. A brass stem and the light fitting are mounted on top of the teak wood base. The cylinder shade is a custom design in a beautiful linen Svenskt Tenn fabric...
Brass
Modernist Rotoflex pendant lamp TR-67, Alf Svensson, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Yngvar Sandström, Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian modernist pendant lamp, model TR-67, designed by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström for the Swedish manufacturer Bergbom & Co in the 1960s. It features a softly shaped ...
Brass
Rare Pendant Lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This very good looking set of 3 conical pendant lamps was designed by Alf Svensson for Bergboms in Sweden in the 1950s. It consists of 3 metal shades in red, grey and blue lacquer. T...
Metal
Mid-Century Alf Svensson Floor Lamp Model G-34 for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Göteborg, SE
Model G-34 floor lamp designed by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, circa 1950s. The lamp features Svensson's characteristic minimalist aesthetic with a slender brass stem rising f...
Brass
Vintage Scandinavian Ceiling Light, Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant ceiling lamp with three lamp shades set at different heights, designed by Alf Svensson. Brass ceiling cup, metal shades lacquered red, grey and black. Shades perforated with ...
Metal, Brass
G-35 Teak Floor Lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Hägersten, SE
Floor lamp model G-35 designed by Alf Svensson. Produced in Sweden by Bergboms during the 1950s. Rare version made from steam bent solid teak, black original leather straps and brass...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Lacquered Metal by Alf Svensson, 1950's
By Alf Svensson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Lacquered Metal by Alf Svensson, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Lacquered metal Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare ceiling lamp model T7 Produced by Ber...
Metal
ceiling lamp model T-6H by Alf Svensson, Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Ceiling lamp model T-6H designed by Alf Svensson. Produced in Sweden by Bergboms during the 1950s. Large lamp shade in blue and white lacquered aluminum with brass details and original opal glass shade. Ceiling cup and counter weight in grey lacquered metal and beech wood. The lamp can be seamlessly heightened or lowered by pulling the counterweight up or down. The top wheel have a restoration (pictured). Good vintage condition with original lacquer. Age related wear and patina. The glass shade has slight hair needle...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Metal Ceiling Lamp by Hans Bergström
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Sleek metal ceiling lamp by Alf Svensson with black lacquered outside and light grey metal inside.
Metal
Ceiling Lamps in Lacquered Metal by Alf Svensson, 1950's
By Alf Svensson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamps in Lacquered Metal by Alf Svensson, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Lacquered metal Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare ceiling lamps model T7 Produced by B...
Metal
$6,447Sale Price|29% Off
H 9.06 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in
Paavo Tynell & Idman Brass Wall Lamp, Finland 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Espoo, FI
Set of 2 solid brass wall lamps by Paavo Tynell. Manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s Marked accordingly
Brass
Swedish Ceiling Light, 1950s, Enameled Glass
By Hans Bergström
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming Swedish ceiling light from the 1950s in classic colors of black, gold and white. Five black lacquered arms, each with an enameled glass diffus...
Brass, Steel
Swedish Opaline Glass & Brass Caged Lantern Pendant, 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This mid-century pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s. The light features a lantern-style pendant with a white opaline glass shade enclosed within a polished...
Brass
Striped Frosted Glass & Brass Pendant, Orrefors Sweden 1950s
By Orrefors, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Paavo Tynell
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual mid-century pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s. The light features a combination of brass and a white striped frosted glass lampshade. At the...
Brass
$1,400 / set
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 7.49 in
Pair of Adjustable Mid-Century Italian Brass Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a striking pair of mid-century Italian wall sconces from the 1970s, meticulously crafted from high-quality brass to infuse elegance and modern style into any space. These...
Brass
$276,575 / set
H 21.26 in W 28.35 in D 6.7 in
Pair of Impressive & Large Paavo Tynell Commissioned Wall Lamps, Taito c. 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
When you think you’ve seen every iconic Tynell design, this extraordinary pair of wall lamps emerges—showcasing the master’s unparalleled ability to blend nature, grandeur, and craft...
Metal, Brass
Large Swedish Wall Light White 1960s Vintage
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large wall light from Sweden edited in 1960s. Structure in lacquered steel with brass parts.
Brass, Steel
French Mid Century Modern Perforated Brass Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid Century Modern Perforated Brass Sconces, France, circa 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Glass & Brass pendant by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s
By Bohlmarks
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish glass and brass pendant by Böhlmarks, 1950s. Very good condition.
Brass
Brass Pendant by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms, Eje Ahlgren
Located in Karlstad, SE
Striking brass pendant designed by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms in the 1960s. The lamp features a sculptural domed shade with a polished brass surface that beautifully reflects its surro...
Brass
$525
H 3.94 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Modernist mid century wall lamp perforated brass, Scandinavian modernism, Sweden
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist wall or bedside lamp, crafted from solid brass with a tiltable shade perforated with a geometric pattern of holes. It can be mounted directly on the wall or a headboard u...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige fabric string wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 15.5"H x 13.5"W x 7.5"D Back P...
Brass
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H 53.15 in Dm 17.72 in
A Pair of Mid-Century Floor Lamps "Model G-34" by Alf Svensson for Bergboms 50s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Göteborg, SE
A pair of Model G-34 floor lamps designed by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, circa 1950s. An elegant matched pair of Swedish mid-century lighting combining natural materials. The...
Brass
Pair of Vintage Model B-024 Table Lamp from Bergbom, 1960s
By Yngvar Sandström, Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Genarp, SE
Pair of Table lamps, model B-024 in brass by Bergboms, Swedish Midcentury Modern 1960s. Height to socket: 49cm Height with lamp shade: 67cm
Brass
Floor Lamp mod G-35 by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in PARIS, FR
Floor lamp in beech with tripod base and leather ties by Alf Svensson for Bergboms. Modernist design but with natural, traditional materials. These floor lamps are very elegant and p...
Leather, Fabric, Beech
Floor lamp designed by Alf Svensson for Bergboms Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Floor lamp designed by Alf Svensson for Bergboms Sweden, 1950s Wood and leather. H: 150 cm / 4' 11'' Diameter of the shade: 43 cm / 17''
Leather, Wood
Floor Lamp by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Floor Lamp by Alf Svensson. Manufactured by Bergboms in Sweden, 1954. An off-white enameled stem and base construction, paired with a threaded rope shade. The shade was recently prod...
Metal, Brass
Pendant lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Forserum, SE
Pendant lamp designed by Alf Svensson for the renowned Swedish manufacturer Bergboms in 1953. This exquisite design features minimalist aesthetics with three clock-shaped opaline gla...
Steel
Lampadaires modèle G 30R vintage par Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of floor lamps in sublime golden-colored brass and black lacquered metal with a clean-cut tripod base. Minimalist and distinct design that highlights the importance of light. Th...
Metal, Brass
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H 49.22 in Dm 15.75 in
Midcentury Lacquered Metal & Brass Floor Lamps by Alf Svensson for Bergboms
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of very cool brass and red lacquered metal floors lamp by Alf Svensson. Minimalistic, distinct design with a sharp-cut tripod bases.
Brass, Metal
Alf Svensson Floor Lamps for Bergboms, Model G-34
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Modern floor lamps by Alf Svensson for Berboms, Model G-34 Sweden. Simple modern design floor lamps made from oak and brass that are light and elegant. Embroidered shade...
Brass
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H 53.15 in Dm 17.72 in
Alf Svensson, a pair of floor lamps, wood & brass, Bergboms. Scandinavian Modern
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Midcentury / Scandinavian Modern floor lamps, model G.34. Designed by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden mid1900s. Base in wood and brass. Marked on brass: BERGBOM & G-34. ...
Brass
Brass Floor Lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1940s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Hägersten, SE
Floor lamp designed by Alf Svensson. Early Bergboms production made in Sweden, designed in the late 1940s. Made from polished brass with a new fabric lamp shade in creme white. Origi...
Brass
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H 61.42 in Dm 23.63 in
Swedish Mid Century Floor Lamps "G-30R" by Alf Svensson for Bergboms 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of floor lamps model G-30R designed by Alf Svensson. Produced in Sweden by Bergboms during the 1950s. Made from black lacquered metall and polished brass. Lamp shades in Natural...
Metal, Brass