(June 7, 1907-2002)
Also known as Count Sigvard Bernadotte of Wisborg
Son of King Gustav VI Adolphus and Queen Margaret of Sweden
Uncle of King Carl XVI Gustaf
Industrial designer
Founded the design firm Bernadotte and Bjorn

He lost his royal title and his place in the line of succession when he married a commoner.
He was married three times and divorced twice.
He sued to have his title reinstated.
He began calling himself a prince again, much to his family's chagrin.
His lawsuit was still unsettled when he died.

His mother died when he was 13.
He founded Scandinavia's first industrial design firm, Bernadotte and Bjorn.
He designed kitchen utensils ranging from glassware to kettles to bowls.
His work was bought by the Museum of Modern Art.
He designed the logo for the Marabou chocolate company.
He was a major figure in Scandinavian design.

Credit: The Truffle

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