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, 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
Modernist Rotoflex pendant lamp TR-67, Alf Svensson, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms, Yngvar Sandström
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
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
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, 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...
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Mid-Century Alf Svensson Floor Lamp Model G-34 for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
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...
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Alf Svensson G34 Floor Lamp in Teak, Josef Frank Shade, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Alf Svensson, Bergboms
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...
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Mid century floor lamp model G-09 by Alf Svensson, Bergboms, Sweden 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Hägersten, SE
Floor lamp model "G-09" designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by Bergboms in Malmö, Sweden during the 1950s. Lamp base made from metal with stem in beautifully patinated brass and finis...
Metal, Aluminum, 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, Steel, Brass, Aluminum
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
Pair of Brass Wall Lamps by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Alf Svensson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s. Produced by Bergboms. Perforated brass with beautiful patina. New wiring.
Brass
Glass and brass ceiling pendant by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Hägersten, SE
Ceiling lamp model "T-16" designed by Alf Svensson. produced in Sweden by Bergboms during the 1950s. Thick opaline glass hanging on a brass suspension with three neat brass chains. O...
Metal, Brass
Bergboms, Pair of Floor Lamps, G-024, Brass, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury
By Alf Svensson, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Bergboms
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
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
Alf Svensson for Bergboms, pair of Wall lamps, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Hammarö, SE
Pair of Sculptural Brass Wall Lamps by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s An elegant and increasingly scarce pair of sculptural wall lamps designed by Alf Svensson for Bergbom...
Brass
G-35 Teak Floor Lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
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
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Alf Svensson Swedish Mid-Century Adjustable Wall Sconce SL3 in Perforated Brass
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Örebro, SE
A Swedish adjustable wall lamp model SL 3, designed by Alf Svensson for Bergbom & Co, circa 1950s. Executed in brass, the lamp features a perforated bell-shaped shade mounted on...
Brass
Vintage Scandinavian Ceiling Light, Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
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
Scandinavian Modern Metal Ceiling Lamp by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s
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
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
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 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
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
Swedish Modern, Pendant Light, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Pendant Light, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s A three light pendant light possibly designed by Hand Bergstrom and produced in Sweden in the middle of ...
Brass
Pair of Floor Lamps, Model G-075, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of two floor lamps in brass, model G-075 manufactured by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s. New wiring.
Brass
$3,371
H 59.06 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Alf Svensson G34 Floor Lamp in Teak, Josef Frank Shade, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Alf Svensson, Bergboms
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
$4,069 / set
H 67 in Dm 39 in
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
Wall lamps by Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of wall lamps attributed to Alf Svensson for Bergboms, produced during the mid-20th century. Made from brass with perforated shades and white lacquered interiors. Adjustable in...
Brass
Floor Lamp Model G-125 by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Manufactured by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s. Height 136 cm
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Floor Lamp from Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Bergboms
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant midcentury floor lamp, made from brass with a leather dressed stem. Black lacquered base.
Brass
$1,860
H 55.12 in Dm 15.36 in
Glass and brass ceiling pendant by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Hägersten, SE
Ceiling lamp model "T-16" designed by Alf Svensson. produced in Sweden by Bergboms during the 1950s. Thick opaline glass hanging on a brass suspension with three neat brass chains. O...
Metal, Brass
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Pendant, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Pendant, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s Swedish modern chandelier or pendant designed and produced in Sweden in the ...
Brass
Swedish Modern, Teak, Brass, Glass, Wall Lights, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Teak, Brass, Glass, Wall Lights or Sconces, Sweden, 1960s Pair of teak, brass and glass wall sconces designed and produced in Sweden c. 1960s. Each example have teak backplates, brass and teak stems, and their original reeded white glass shades. Teak, Brass, Glass; Sweden c. 1960s Lamp shades...
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
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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
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
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 Bergboms, Alf Svensson
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 Bergboms, Alf Svensson
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...
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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 Bergboms, Alf Svensson
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...
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