$7,748
H 80.32 in W 63 in D 15.75 in
Danish Teak Wall Unit with Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid century Danish Teak Wall Unit with Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s
Teak
Wall Shelf with Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
Located in Neuss, NW
teak. The system consists of two shelves, a container with sliding doors, a bar container with folding
Teak
$2,130 / item
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Walnut
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid walnut frame, paper cordel
Walnut
$1,973 / item
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Smoked Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3, Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel
Oak
$1,816 / item
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Soap Oak
By Poul Cadovius, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat
Oak, Papercord
$1,816 / item
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Oil Oak
By Poul Cadovius, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat
Oak, Papercord
$1,816 / item
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Black Lacquered Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3, Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel
Oak, Papercord
$1,816 / item
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, White Oil Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat
Oak, Papercord
$795Sale Price / set|33% Off
H 15 in W 31.5 in D 11.75 in
Electro Voice EV SP8B Speakers for Poul Cadovius Royal System
By Electro Voice
Located in Littleton, CO
A pair of 1970s Electro Voice EV SP8B speakers in walnut cabinets custom made for the Poul Cadovius
Walnut
Unavailable
H 29 in W 18.63 in D 18.75 in
Teak and Raffia Side Chair by Poul Cadovius Denmark Circa 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Richmond, VA
A striking and expertly crafted teak and raffia chair by Poul Cadovius. Exceptional joinery and
Raffia, Teak
Cado Four-Bay Rosewood Shelving System
By Poul Cadovius
Located in New York, NY
A four-bay rosewood shelving unit by Paul Cadovius. Includes ten shelves, a bar with key, a glass
Poul Cadovius Trolley/Side Table Model Abstracta
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare trolley/side table model Abstracta designed by Poul Cadovius. Produced in Denmark.
Steel
Set of Six Poul Cadovius Teak Pia Chairs
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish teak chairs with paper cord seats and mortised leg joints designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado
Teak
Sold
H 101.19 in W 125.99 in D 18.12 in
Danish Teak 4-Bay Cado Wall Unit Modular Shelving System Bar Desk Paul Cadovius
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning 1970s four-bay Danish teak CADO shelving system designed by Paul Cadovius. These
Glass, Mirror, Formica, Teak
Mid Century Poul Cadovius Abstracta Game Table Needlepoint Surface
By Poul Cadovius
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Unique Poul Cadovius Abstracta game table. Iconic design with thin steel cube frame. Lift off game
Steel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Poul Cadovius & Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Chess Table
By Poul Cadovius
Located in London, GB
A high quality chess table by Poul Cadovius & Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen. Rosewood chess table with
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 77.96 in W 96.86 in D 15.75 in
60s Poul Cadovius Modular Teak 3-Bay Danish Royal System Wall Unit Shelving Bar
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly versatile and functional “Royal System” was originally designed by Poul Cadovius in
Metal
Mid-Century Two Bay Cado Wall Unit / Bar Cabinet
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century two bay wall mounted unit or bar cabinet. Made from warm teak wood and designed by Poul
Wood, Teak
Chess Table by Poul Cadovius
By France & Søn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chess table in rosewood and ash with natural leather on base of aluminium. Maker France & Son.
Chess Table by Poul Cadovius
By France & Søn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chess table in rosewood and ash with natural leather on base of aluminum. Maker France & Son.
Sold
H 70.87 in W 126.38 in D 14.57 in
1950s Teak 4-Bay Modular Danish Royal System Shelving Poul Cadovius Bar 17 piece
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly versatile and functional “Royal System” was designed by Poul Cadovius in 1948. This
Brass
Sold
H 77 in W 64 in D 16 in
1960s, Poul Cadovius Teak with Golden Supports Dry Bar or Book Case by Cado
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A beautiful and rare freestanding / wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark. This
Metal
Mid Century Danish Teak Bar or Desk
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Danish Teak Upright Bar or Desk. Perfect for limited space areas. Cado storage like
Laminate, Teak
Sold
H 53.15 in W 159.45 in D 11.82 in
1950s Poul Cadovius Teak Modular Danish Royal System Shelving Bar Midcentury
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly versatile and functional “Royal System” was designed by Poul Cadovius in 1948. This
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 75.6 in W 96.07 in D 14.57 in
1950s Teak Modular Danish Royal System Shelving by Poul Cadovius Office Desk Bar
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly versatile and functional “Royal System” was designed by Poul Cadovius in 1948. This
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 77.96 in W 125.99 in D 14.77 in
Poul Cadovius Modular Teak 4-Bay Danish Royal System Wall Unit Shelving Bar 60s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly versatile and functional “Royal System” was originally designed by Poul Cadovius in
Brass
Sold
H 77.96 in W 95.67 in D 14.77 in
1960 Poul Cadovius Modular 3-Bay Teak Danish Royal System Wall Unit Shelving Bar
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly versatile and functional “Royal System” was originally designed by Poul Cadovius in
Steel
Service trolley by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1970's
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brussels , BE
Service trolley made by designer Poul Cadovius forhis editor Cado. Produced in Denmark in the 1970
Beech
Sold
H 27.17 in W 31.5 in L 27.17 in
Danish Midcentury Cado Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius, 1965
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Nyborg, DK
Modernist Brazilian rosewood Poul Cadovius Cado Bar cabinet with fold-down door Designed by Poul
Rosewood
Sold
H 26.38 in W 31.5 in D 16.93 in
Danish Midcentury Cado Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius, 1965
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Nyborg, DK
Modernist Brazilian rosewood Poul Cadovius CADO bar cabinet with fold-down door Designed by Poul
Rosewood
Sold
H 25.6 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Foldable Serving Trolley, Bar Cart by Ary Fanerprodukter Nybro, Sweden
By JIE Gantofta, Poul Cadovius
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Serving tray or bar cart by Åry Fanérprodukter Nybro. Made in Sweden in the 1950s. Similar to the
Metal
Rare Poul Cadovius Danish Teak Bar for Roche Bobois, circa 1963
By Poul Cadovius, Roche Bobois
Located in L'Escala, ES
Beautiful and authentic Danish teak bar by Poul Cadovius for Roche bobois, circa 1963 . Backlit
Glass, Teak
Sold
H 30.12 in W 32.09 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century Teak Bar Cabinet on wheels By Avalon, Poul Cadovius style, 1965.
By Avalon Yatton
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Cadovius style Features Teak veneer front with internal compartments. Pull down door with piano hinges
Teak
Sold
H 26.97 in W 31.5 in D 14.97 in
Danish Midcentury Cado Rosewood Bar/LP Record Cabinet by Poul Cadovius, 1965
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Nyborg, DK
Rosewood Bar/Record cabinet by Cado, designed by Poul Cadovius in 1960. This is a 'stand alone
Rosewood
Sold
H 68.9 in W 33.08 in D 14.77 in
Poul Cadovius for Royal System Teak Dry Bar or Wall Unit, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Poul Cadovius, Finn Juhl, Royal System
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Danish design wall system or shelving unit with a dry bar by Poul Cadovius for Royal System
Mirror, Teak
R. Lalique "Flandre" Wall Sconce
By René Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
R. Lalique single wall sconce, model "Flandre", design created 1935. In clear and frosted molded glass.
Glass
Ligne Roset Leather Togo Loveseat by Michel Ducajoy
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Ligne Roset Togo Leather Loveseat, designed by Michel Ducaroy, is an iconic piece known for its unique, low-profile, and ultra-comfortable design. Made entirely of dense foam, th...
Leather, Foam
$1,518 / item
H 28.15 in W 15.16 in D 16.74 in
Wooden Counter Stool Wave with Solid Wood Seat and Steel Frame by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
Counter Stool Wave – Solid Wood Seat and Steel Frame for Modern Interiors The Counter Stool Wave features a solid wood seat paired with a durable steel frame, offering a stylish and...
Steel
$2,707 / item
H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Organic Modern Center Table Jean in Natural Travertine Marble Stone
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Jean oval center table is unique in its conception with Organic Modern inspiration. Natural Stone is unrepeatable in its individuality, this way each Jean center table is unique fea...
Marble
$7,264
H 28.35 in W 111.42 in D 18.12 in
Carlo Torrigiani. Sideboard in rosewood briar for Did Dado Industrial milano
By Dada Industrial Design
Located in Vigevano, PV
Industrial sideboard in rosewood root by Carlo Torrigiani for Did Dado Industrial, Milan, 1970s very technical and important piece.
Aluminum
S Table
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The S table is a simple concept for a simple table, though defined more by our commitment to sustainability of ingredients (and quality) than just its simple volumetric shape.
Mahogany
$3,147
H 12.6 in W 36.23 in D 21.66 in
1960s Italian Chrome and Rosewood Coffee Cocktail Table Mario Bellini Attributed
By Mario Bellini
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian minimalist midcentury chrome coffee or cocktail table with the top in rosewood, Mario Bellini attributed. Rounded-edge design in lovely Minimalist form. Measures cm: H 32 ...
Steel
$3,389
H 14.97 in W 34.26 in D 20.08 in
1960s Chrome Serving Trolley Coffee Table Smoked Glass Top & Faux Laminated Wood
By Gallotti & Radice
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Italy chrome serving trolley or coffee table, with smoked glass top with under faux laminated wood.
Steel
Italian Desk from the 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1960s the desk also features chrome tubular legs. Italian desk from the late 1960s characterize by the sleek and modern aesthetic. Second height 24.7 from the floor ...
Chrome
$17,555
H 29.53 in W 149.61 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-19 black leather 4-seater 'Pagoda' Sectional Sofa, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede DS1-19, Pagoda, De Sede Switserland, 1970s Rare De Sede Pagoda four-seater sofa in newly upholstered black leather. The design is characterized by pointy edges that are noti...
Leather
Leon Rosen for Pace Chrome and Marble Cocktail Table
By Leon Rosen, Pace Collection
Located in Houston, TX
A 1970s Leon Rosen for pace seamless chrome and marble cocktail or coffee table.
Marble, Chrome
Sold|$7,250
H 32 in W 33 in D 33 in
Eames 670 Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
One of the most iconic designs of the Mid Century period the Eames 670 lounge chair with 671 ottoman . In the very desirable soft black leather and enhanced even further with a rich ...
Aluminum
Mid-Century modular wooden bookcase, Italy, 1960s
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Modular Mid-Century bookcase with wooden structure and gilded brass details. This elegant piece offers versatile storage with four shelves, a central cabinet, four drawers, and two f...
Wood
A Vintage Hans Andersen Danish Side Table
By Hans C. Andersen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Danish side table with three legs by Hans Andersen. Round top in white mica, teak wood, finger joined on top. Nice patina and very good / excellent original condition.
Teak
Buffet "R08" Pierre Chapo, circa 1970
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Buffet "R08" by Pierre Chapo, circa 1970 Solid elm Remarkable traditional cabinet making Circa 1970 Créateur: Pierre Chapo (Designer) Dimensions: Hauteur : 84 cm (33,08 po)Largeur :...
Elm
$3,224Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas
By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The principle remains the same: a single volume, upside down, in beautifully blown glass. But this time there are four stems, and four curved corners to delineate the new top. It is ...
Blown Glass
While Poul Cadovius is most famous for his modular floating shelving system, his career in design didn’t actually start with wall units.
Born just outside of Copenhagen in 1911, Cadovius began manufacturing window treatments in the 1940s with his partner, Hother Brønner. He soon turned his focus from Venetian blinds to furniture, finding success designing svelte pieces in teak, a richly colored hardwood favored by the Danish mid-century modernists.
In 1945, Cadovius founded the furniture manufacturer Royal System with his designs, including the 1948 Royal System shelving unit, a space-saving solution that underscored Cadovius’s penchant for problem-solving in a multifunctional way. Rather than balance shelves on wooden or metal legs, it held them to the wall with brackets.
Cadovius followed the Royal System shelving unit with the System Ultra in 1957, the System Cado in 1960 and the System Abstracta, which was installed throughout the exhibition halls of the 1962 Cologne Furniture Fair. All expanded on his idea of wall-mounted shelving that saved space while offering functionality, allowing for limitless combinations of storage, shelves, work surfaces and other units. The Royal System proved to be especially popular and is still produced by Danish furniture brand dk3 today, with early models continuing to be in demand.
Along with the shelving systems, Cadovius designed everything from lounge chairs to mushroom-shaped bus shelters, and he held over 400 patents. In addition to being a designer, he was also an entrepreneur with an eye for opportunity, such as purchasing Danish manufacturer France & Søn in the mid-1960s and folded it into Cado, a company he founded years earlier. He used this as an occasion to experiment with his designs, conceiving such unusual pieces as an aluminum-based dining table topped with rosewood and hand-painted by artist Susan Fjedldoe Mygge.
Cadovius’s innovations in shelving continued throughout his career, with examples like the sculptural Butterfly shelf and vertical pieces mixing shelving and storage. In 2018, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Royal System, dk3 reissued the celebrated shelving system as well as a more compact version reimagined for 21st-century homes.
Find a collection of vintage Poul Cadovius storage cabinets, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.