Alf Svensson Seating
Swedish, 1923-1992
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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Creator: Alf Svensson
Scandinavian Organic Recliner by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Ljungs Industrier Sweden
Located in Dronten, NL
Lounge chair model Contour-Set 327 by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier AB, Sweden.
Adjustable in three different positions, very comfortable!
Marked with the original label at the...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Wool, Oak
Domus Lounge Chair By Alf Svensson For Dux Sweden Blue Bouclé Mid Century
By Alf Svensson
Located in Cambridge, GB
A superb set of 'Domus 1' lounge chairs by Alf Svensson for Dux Sweden. With black frames and blue boucle new upholstery. The frames are in good vintage condition with some age relat...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Bouclé, Beech
Alf Svensson “TeVe” Chair for Studio Ljungs Industrier AB, Sweden 1950s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “TeVe Stol” or “The TV chair” was designed in 1953, during the most active period of Swedish furniture designer Alf Svensson. This chair is a piece that is typically designed i...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage congo stoel by Alf Svensson for Bra Bohag
By Alf Svensson
Located in WEERT, NL
Vintage congo stoel by Alf Svensson for Bra Bohag
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Beech
Swedish TeVe chair by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier, Dux, 1950s
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden, Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Forserum, SE
A TeVe lounge chair, designed by the Swedish architect Alf Svensson in 1953 for the manufacturer Ljungs Industrier (Dux). Crafted from solid beech with brass details and featuring or...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Brass
Lounge Chairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier, Sweden, Midcentury, 1950s
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by Ljungs industrier during the 1950s in Sweden. Rare early metal version with original flag hal...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Steel
Scandinavian modern 'Teve' chairs by Alf Svensson for Bra Bohag, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of easy chairs designed by Alf Svensson for Bra Bohag, Ljungs Industrier, Sweden, during the 1950s.
Model is called 'Teve'.
Body in beach lacquered black and upholstered in c...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Pair of Domus Lounge Chairs by Alf Svensson for Dux Sweden, Sweden 1960s
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare pair of Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs Model 'Domus'. They were designed by Alf Svensson for Dux of Sweden. Featuring elegant design, made of b...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Fabric, Beech
Alf Svensson “Domus” for Dux Lounge Chairs
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alf Svensson "Domus" for Dux pair of Beech Lounge Chairs. Zen-Like Feel this low riders have a great look! They sit very comfortably low. Newly upholstered...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Upholstery, Beech
Mid-Century DUX Form 7 Swivel Blue Leather Lounge & Ottoman Des. Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson
Located in St. Louis, MO
MCM Alf Svensson designed for Dux Form 7 lounge chair and ottoman. All original blue leather, shows minor wear as expected with use and age, see photos.
P...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Leather
Mid-Century Domus Armchairs by Alf Svensson for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Madrid, ES
Three 'Domus' armchairs in teak and upholstery designed by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1960s.
These armchairs were conceived in a pure Mid-century style. The simple lines that make up th...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Teak
Pair of lounge chairs by Alf Svensson for Dux, Sweden
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Genarp, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by de Swedish designer Alf Svensson for Dux. The chairs are reupholstered with bouclé fabric and has been restored with new padding.
The Chairs are very comfo...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Bouclé, Wood
Midcentury Kontur Set of 2 Chairs by Alf Svensson for Dux Sweden 1950s
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Halle, DE
For maybe Reupholstery: A Set of two Kontur Chairs by Alf Svensson for Dux of Sweden ,1950s.
Very stabile , comfortable and ergonomic .
These Chairs are in Design and Quality perf...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Midcentury Kontur Sofa Bench by Alf Svensson for Dux Sweden 1950s
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Halle, DE
A really Ultra-Rare Kontur Sofa or Sofa - Bench by Alf Svensson for Dux of Sweden ,1950s.
Very comfortable and ergonomic this Sofa is elegant and small enough to fit in many Room Si...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Set of 2 1950s Danish armchairs by Alf Svensson for Dux, teak and goat hair
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Milan, IT
Set of 2 1950s Danish armchairs by Alf Svensson for Dux, teak and goat hair
Danish armchairs created by the designer Alf Svensson and produced by Dux of Sweden in the 1950s.
The str...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
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Goat Hair, Wood
Scandinavian Modern day bed from ALF SVENSSON & YNGVAR SANDSTRÖM model Carina
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Alf Svensson
Located in Skå, SE
Discover timeless comfort with the Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandström day bed "Carina," an epitome of Scandinavian design. Crafted meticulously from premium oak, this day bed seamlessl...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Modern Rosewood Lounge Chair by Søren Ladefoged for SL Mobler
By Fritz Hansen, Alf Svensson
Located in Belmont, MA
Designed by Søren Ladefoged in the 1950s, this Danish lounge chair is constructed using green wool for the seat and back and rosewood as the frame.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Alf Svensson “Domus” Lougnechair Sweden, 1960s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Forest, BE
Model “Domus” designed by Alf Svensson. Sweden, 1960s, DUX production. A clean and Minimalist chair, first presented in 1952 by Alf Svensson. The low-profile beechwood frame features...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Sweden Midcentury Teve Armchairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier AB, 1953
By Alf Svensson, Ljungs Industrier Sweden
Located in MIlano, IT
Sweden mid century modern pair of wood and brown leather Teve armchairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier AB, 1953.
Pair of Teve model armchairs with round section shaped wooden...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Teve Chair by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Alf Svensson Scandinavian low chair named teve chairs translates as TV chair designed in 1953 for watching television. Manufactured by Studio Ljungs Industrier AB Malmö during the 19...
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1950s Swedish Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Midcentury Modern "Teve" Chair in Sheepskin/Shearling Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1955
By Alf Svensson, Ljungs Industrier Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The "TeVe-chair" by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier made in Sweden 1955.
The chair given that typical Scandinavian minimalistic design and are very comfortable. This one with all...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Alf Svensson, a Pair of Classic Swedish Modern Chairs "Teve", Pierre Frey-Fabric
By Alf Svensson, Ljungs Industrier Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of iconic TeVe-chairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs industrier, Sweden mid-1900s.
Reupholstered in Maison Pierre Frey-fabric. Stained wood, dark brown. Marked with metal plate. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Wood, Faux Fur
Vintage reclining armchair and footstool by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage armchair with footrest.
High-backed armchair designed by Alf Svensson and produced by the DUX company in the 1950s.
The attractively designed chair has a solid oak frame...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Teve Chairs by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Teve chairs by Alf Svensson.
Aluminum manufacturer's label to underside of each example ‘Studio Ljungs Industrier AB Bra Bohag’.
Additional in...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Black metal lounge chair by Alf Svensson for DUX, Sweden, 1960's
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This lounge chair was designed by Alf Svensson for DUX in Sweden in the late 1950's or early 1960's. These metal versions were sold by Artifort in the Netherlands. This is why they a...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Metal
Alf Svensson armchair Model "Teve" for Ljungs Sweden 1960s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Paris, FR
Chair by Alf Svensson model " Teve " for Ljungs sweden 1960s, in its original turquoise green leather. good condition . Leather with some sign of wear.
Swedish furniture designer Alf Svensson (1929-1992) was particularly active from the 1950s through the 1970s, creating storage furniture, tables and seating for several influential brands. Information about Svensson is scarce, and while it is clear that his work encompasses many different areas of furniture design, his seating furniture is the most common in the vintage market...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Birch
Alf Svensson Teve Lounge Chair Sweden Malmo
By Alf Svensson
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Alf Svensson Scandinavian low chair named teve chairs translates as TV chair designed in 1953 for watching television.
It had to be light, easy to move while being robust.
Manufactur...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Beech
Alf Svensson Easy Chairs Model 4332 Produced by Fritz Hansen
By Alf Svensson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model 4332 designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
2 Adjustable seat positions.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
"Teve" Chairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier, 1953
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Unique pair of "TeVe-chairs" by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier (Sweden) in close to excellent original condition.
These chairs were designed to be easy to move around- it was important to be at the right distance while watching TV.
These chairs are not only easy to move around; they are also beautiful in their minimalistic design, and are very comfortable.
Condition: The original upholstery is in near-mint condition since it's been covered with another fabric for decades. The wood shows only light signs of use and age. The screws holding the backrests are not original but have been replaced with vintage brass screws...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Beech
1960's Pair of Sheepskin Armchairs by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Bjästa Möbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous pair of 1960's armchairs by the iconic Swedish mid-century designer Alf Svensson for Bjästa Snickerifabrik. Made of oak wood they are both on great vintage condition and new...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Teve Easy Chair by Alf Svensson, 1950's
By Alf Svensson
Located in Uccle, BE
This pair of lounge chairs was designed in 1953 by Swedish furniture designer Alf Svensson. Manufactured by Studio Ljungs Industrier AB Malmö during the 1950s. The model is called "T...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Beech
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Oak "Contour" Lounge Chair by Alf Svenss
By Alf Svensson
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern oak lounge chair model "Contour" designed by Alf Svensson and manufactured by Ljungs Indu...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Oak
Galaxy Vintage Lounge Armchairs by Alf Svensson
By Yngvar Sandström, Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of vintage futuristic Space Age "Galaxy" swivel armchairs by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandstorm for Dux Sweden. The design dates back to 1968.
Th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Alf Svensson Armchairs, Sweden, 1960s
By Bjästa Möbelfabrik, Alf Svensson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Design Alf Svensson. Black leather and oak. Produced by Bjästa Möbelsnickeri, Sweden, 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Easy Chair Designed by Alf Svensson and Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Alf Svensson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Easy chair designed by Alf Svensson and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. The chair is of teak and upholstered with green fabric.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Dux Lounge Chair by Alf Svensson, Sweden, circa 1950
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Minimalistic Scandinavian lounge chair. Clean and simple Swedish design.
The cushions have been reupholstered with the new Chivasso fabric from the 2020 collection. This chair has ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs industries, later known as DUX, made in the 1950s. Black lacquered steel frames with removable cushions upholstered in luxurious cogn...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Metal
Alf Svensson, Pair of Domus Lounge Chairs, DUX, 1950s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Uppsala, SE
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Alf Svensson for DUX / Ljungs Industrier and their furniture line Bra Bohag in the 1950s. The model was shown at the very well known H55 exhibition ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Steel
Stylish Danish Modern Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen Two-Position Reclining Chair
By Alf Svensson
Located in San Francisco, CA
A stylish Danish modern Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen 1960s stained teak two-position reclining lounge chair; this hip and very comfortable high back leather-upholstered chair with p...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Easy Chairs with Stool by Alf Svensson and Källemo
By Alf Svensson, Källemo
Located in Lejre, DK
A pair of easy chairs with stool designed by Alf Svensson and manufactured by Källemo. The chairs are of beech and with green cushions.
Measurements of stool:
H - 32 cm, W - 63 cm a...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of 'TeVe' armchairs by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson
Located in Brescia, IT
This pair of vintage Scandinavian 'TeVe' or 'TV Chairs' were designed by Alf Svensson, (there is a stamp of authenticity present under the seat).
The solid frame is made of beech wo...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Alf Svensson Easy Chairs Model Domus by DUX, 1960s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model "Domus 1" designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by DUX in Sweden, 1960s.
Original cushions and fabric with signs of usage and patina.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alf Svensson Seating
Materials
Beech
Alf Svensson seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Alf Svensson seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Alf Svensson seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Alf Svensson were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Karl-Erik Ekselius, O.H. Sjögren, and Norell Möbel AB. Prices for Alf Svensson seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $560 and can go as high as $13,203, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,796.