Since I was born 1953 I had the opportunity to read Swedish MAD in my teenage years 1963-1970.
That probably gave an lifelong imprint to me in a not strange but very selfclear way with a lot of memories.
In 2007 I found out about Tradera, the swedish possibility to buy all different possible things and items at the internet.
That gave me the idea to collect all the Svenska MAD issues magazines from no 1 1960 to the last no 8 1993.
Also I started up the www.svenskamad.se where the collections is showed and presented with comments, nostalgy-side, log in where pdf:s shows different special bonus pages and others, contact sides and more.
In 2010 I contacted Bengt Sahlberg, born 1933, not living far away from me. He worked with Svenska MAD during all these years and made all translations from MAD Magazines to the swedish version. He also was an exceptional word-trixer creating a lot of rims, funny games and a lot of extra bonus in the papers.
In 2013 me and my son made and interview with Bengt which is shown at the homepage mentioned above.
I also had the opportunity to buy a lot of MAD collector stuff from Bengt which is shown on this collections page.
Also I could buy Bengts complete work samples of the Svenska MAD and all the US MAD Magazine issues from no 50 to 275 which he used for the translation work! Oh happy days!
Some other collector items I have bought from other swedish collectors as well.
Alfred as a copper relief in plastic !! Very unusual. 40 x 33 cm.
The Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Bust.
In issue No. 2, 1973, it was announced as follows: NOW, IT HAS COMMIT. The real rarity is here. A true statue in porcelain representing Alfred E. Neuman himself.
The origin of Alfred E Neuman, or his grandfather? An advertisement for Antikamnia Chemical Company tablets from 1908. The company was located in St Louis, USA. Grek: Anti (mot) – kamnia (pain). The boy says, “It did not hurt a bit”!
A reader asked if we could provide a high resolution image of him on this beautiful front. He improved the image and created this beautiful invitation for his friend! Beautiful!
The famous poster from 1965 is extremely rare today. Superb beautiful colors and not to mention the format – 50 x 70 cm!
The texts down the corner are funny – “Forum for sheepskin” on the left and “Ding newspaper – Swedish MAD” on the right!
Collection of Alfred E. Neuman stickers.
The original drawing made by Sergio Aragonés in Stockholm in spring 1987 to Svenska MAD’s Jubilee Number 250, No. 9 1987. The drawing covered the front and back of the magazine. The measurement is 60 x 40 cm. I have posted 4 pictures with the subject divided and so some details. Enjoy it all!
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
Sergio Aragonés Original Artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
The colored and finished artwork for the cover of Svenska MAD #9 1987.
The Svenska MAD pin was sold in No. x 197x ..!
Swedish MAD pen
Swedish MAD Keyring Pendants
Svenska MAD Poster
The amazing mirror watch that was 1st prize in crossword contest no. 5 1988. Check the dial – the clock actually goes backwards – that is, saving time!?! loved the men at that time.
Very rare and real collectible!
Christmas cards by Kell StÃ¥hl and Claes Danielsson. Don’t know if they were made for the newspaper or sent out separately from the MAD editorial.
Also bought this from Bengt Sahlberg! He had it on his desk at the MAD editorial office!
This anniversary edition was published in 2010 to celebrate 50 years of SVENSKA MAD.
The MAD game in Swedish language
First Printing of ‘MAD for Keeps’ from 1958
Completely MAD Book
Back Cover Artwork from Svenska MAD No. 6 1979.
Drawn and signed by AAKE NYSTEDT.
Original Cover Artwork for MAD No. 9 1989. Drawn by Anders Ferm.
I store my complete collection in 32 beautiful brown binder!
Bought the whole collection + much more from Bengt Sahlberg.
A rare cast bust of Alfred E. Neuman from Sweden
Alfred E. Neuman stamps
The MAD stamps were sold the first time in No. 7 1965, then in No. 6 1972 together with the Alfred E Neuman poster!
A Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Coat Hanger
Original Membership Card for the Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Fanclub
Original Membership Card for the Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Fanclub
Original Membership Card for the Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Fanclub – Back
Original Membership Card for the Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Fanclub – Front
Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Award Metal Bust
Aurora ALFRED E. NEUMAN Model Kit
Aurora ALFRED E. NEUMAN Model Kit
Aurora ALFRED E. NEUMAN Model Kit
Aurora ALFRED E. NEUMAN Model Kit
ALFRED E. NEUMAN kit, manufactured by AURORA PLASTICS CORP, West Hempstead, L.I., N.Y. 1965th
Original Sergio Aragonés drawing from 1984 showing the outside world’s (American MAD’s) view of Svenska MAD!
What a wonderful face look he creates with “just” some simple slings!
Check the details on the left part !!! To sign with a sword so fast requires an enormous amount of exercise. Sergio Aragones can definitely do this, without any hassle! When I bought this by Aake Nystedt he said: “Aragones had a pippi on drawing. He sketched and sketched all the time, on what was closest to hand!”. In this case a small piece of toilet paper !!
