Abstracta Modular Shelf by Poul Cadovius for Royal System Smoked Glass - 2 Pcs
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Abstracta Modular Shelf by Poul Cadovius for Royal System with Smoked Glass - 2 Pc Set. Item features 2 shelves with slight variation in shelf height, clean Modernist lines, great st...
Chrome
Side Tables “Abstracta” system designed by Poul Cadovius 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Den Haag, NL
Elegant side tables 2 sizes is made of high quality chrome plated metal. It has a thin, tubular metal frame with the connections in each corner allowing the piece to be built up an...
Chrome
1960s Brazilian Rosewood Chess/Coffee Table by Poul Cadovius for France and Son
By France & Søn, Poul Cadovius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Rosewood and Aluminum Chess Coffee Table, designed by Paul Cadovius for France & Son in Denmark in 1965. This example dates to the 1960s. The top is done in rosewood with i...
Aluminum, Chrome, Steel
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Top Chrome Legs Folding Desk Mint
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Top Chrome Legs Folding Desk Mint
Chrome
Large Lighted Chrome Planter in Mid-Century Modern Style, USA, 1970s
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Large Lighted Chromed planter made in the USA , 1970s . Contain one ceramic E26 Edison base socket rated at 60 watt. 12 foot chain , 15 foot of wire . Switch on cord .
Metal, Chrome
POUL CADOVIUS Abstracta room divider
By Poul Cadovius
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
POUL CADOVIUS Abstracta room divider. The abstracta system designed by Poul Cadovius for the Royal system.
Chrome
Unavailable
H 35.04 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Original 1960 Poul Cadovius 'Abstracta' modular Shelf in chromed metal and Glass
By Poul Cadovius
Located in MONTREUIL, FR
Original Poul Cadovius “Abstracta” modular bookcase (not the re-edition).
Metal
Poul Cadovius 'abstracta' Shelf - 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Poul Cadovius 'abstracta' Shelf - 1960s Shelf - Decoration - Bookshelf Measures: 43x43cm H:171.5cm Materials: Smoked glass & chrome-plated steel This piece is attributed to the abov...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius "Absracta" Chrome and Glass Table
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Chrome cube table from the 'Abstracta' collection by Poul Cadovius produced by Royal System, Denmark.
Chrome
Abstract a Shelves by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in London, Lambeth
Shelving unit designed by Poul Cadovius for the Royal System, Denmark. Pure genius designed shelving system for any collection display.
Chrome
Vintage Poul Cadovius Abstracta shelving system
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Poul Cadovius Abstracta shelving system Beautiful Abstracta wall unit Designed in the 1950s by Poul Cadovius for Royal Systems. The Abstracta design is from the early 1950s a...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius 'abstracta' wall unit / room divider - 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Poul Cadovius 'abstracta' wall unit / room divider - 1960s Shelf - Decoration - Bookshelf Measures : 84x43cm H:172cm Materials: glass & chrome-plated steel Chrome pitted in some pl...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius Round Dining Table
By France & Søn, Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Poul Cadovius 1960s round dining table with an aluminium frame and white melamine top. In original condition with visible scratches to aluminium and top. Manufactured by Fran...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius Minimalist Rolling Cart for Abstracta, Denmark
By Abstracta, Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Poul Cadovius for the Danish manufacturer Abstracta, this two-tier rolling cart pairs a wire grid glass upper surface with a solid black enameled metal lower shelf.
Metal, Enamel, Chrome
Sold
H 88.59 in W 23.63 in D 16.54 in
Modular Chrome Display Shelf Abstracta System Designed, Cadovius, 1960s, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Antwerp, BE
This modular display shelf model "Abstracta" system with a timeless design was designed by Poul Cadovius and produced by Royal System, Denmark, 1960.
Metal, Chrome
Poul Cadovius "Revolte" for France & Son Loveseat
By Poul Cadovius, France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Cadovius "Revolte" 2-piece sofa for France & Son in good original condition with new upholstery. Shown with 3-piece sofa. Can combine both sets to create a large sectional or in...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius Abstracta Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Norwalk, CT
Very nice modern shaped 'Abstracta' shelving system designed by Poul Cadovius produced by Royal System, Denmark, in the 1960s.
Steel, Chrome
Steen Ostergaard for Poul Cadovius Chrome Pedestal Rosewood Coffee Table
By Cado, Poul Cadovius, Ostergaard Steen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-Century Danish coffee table designed by Steen Ostergaard for Poul Cadovius. Stunning rosewood arranged in a book matched star pattern around an aluminum disc in center, silver al...
Rare Small Rosewood Cabinet by Poul Cadovious on chrome Legs
By Poul Cadovius
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful versatile small sliding door rosewood cabinet with chrome polished legs nice clean condition beautiful grain small dove tail drawers , and shelves elegant unique removable ...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius Cado Aluminium Dining Table by Susanne Fjeldsoe AKA Mygge
By Poul Cadovius, Susanne Fjedldoe Mygge
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Poul Cadovius aluminium base dining table decorated by Susanne Fjeldsøe also known as the artist, Mygge. To preserve the painted top, our cabinet shop poured a two-part clear res...
Chrome
Vintage Danish Modern "Cado" Rosewood Four Drawer Nighstand
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful stand alone Poul Cadovius Rosewood four drawer cabinet with chrome legs.
Chrome
1970s Poul Cadovius Round Dining Table by France & Son, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
Chrome
Sold
H 27.75 in W 79.5 in D 20.5 in
1960s Poul Cadovius 'Abstracta' Shelving System with Glass & Mirror
By Abstracta, Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and unique modular shelving unit, this Poul Cadovius 'Abstracta' system features a chrome frame and four glass-fronted cubicle sections.
Chrome
Poul Cadovius Steel Frame 'Revolt' Sectional Sofa for France & Son
By France & Søn, Poul Cadovius
Located in Dronten, NL
Very versatile modular sofa designed by Poul Cadovius for France & Son. Beautiful matte chrome steel frame and original red fabric in nice vintage condition.
Chrome
Sold
H 28.25 in Dm 54.13 in
Aluminium Dining Table Hand-Painted by Susanne Fjeldsøe for Poul Cadovius, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Susanne Fjedldoe Mygge
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Poul Cadovius aluminium base dining table decorated by Susanne Fjeldsøe also known as the artist, Mygge. Signed. Original enamel finished has preserved the beautiful artwork unde...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius/Lilly Lichtenberg Coffee Table
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Porto, PT
Circular coffee table with a steel frame and chrome base, glazed ceramic top. Signed: Just Lichtenberg.
Steel, Chrome
Very Cool Poul Cadovius System Abstract Bookshelf Kit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Hudson, NY
Build-your-own bookshelf system. Comes with wood carry case and: 4-33 x 12 wood shelves 4-12 x 12 wood shelves 14- 31" long poles 26- 10" poles 24- metal corners 10 - 2" poles ...
Chrome
Danish Mid-Century Modern Modula Sectional Sofa by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish Mid-Century Modern modular steel frame 'Revolt' sectional sofa by Poul Cadovius. Newly upholstered in a combination of cement and off-white contrasted with a dark grey weave.
Chrome
Sold
H 23.63 in Dm 17.92 in
Set of Three Flower Lamps by Poul Cadovius for HF Belysning, Denmark, 1960s
By HF Belysning, Poul Cadovius
Located in Wilnis, UT
Beautiful set of "RS25", "RS37" and "RS50" flower lamps designed by Poul Cadovius for HF Belysning, Denmark, circa 1960. This wonderful set contains three lamps in different sizes...
Chrome, Metal
Minimalist Chrome and Glass Side Table by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
By Abstracta, Poul Cadovius
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
Vintage, 1960s side table, designed by Poul Cadovius for Abstracta System. Square, chromed tubular metal structure with glass plate, glass top.
Metal, Chrome
Danish Mid-Century Modern Modular 'Paper Clip' Sectional Sofa by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish Mid-Century Modern modular steel frame 'Revolt' sectional sofa by Poul Cadovius. Newly upholstered in a combination of cement and off-white contrasted with a dark grey weave. ...
Chrome
$3,400
H 67 in W 18 in D 18 in L 67 in
Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, Midcentury Design, 1960
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic square, chrome shelving unit from the 1960's. Finished all around. Can be floating in a room for decorative objects. Glass shelves are clear not smokey. Good condition.
Chrome
$1,760Sale Price / set|82% Off
H 18.71 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in
Pair of Max Sauze 'ISOCELE" side tables, Groupe S.A, France, 1970
By Max Sauze
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Very rare pair of 'Isocele' side tables designed by french artist Max Sauze and produced by Group S.A, France circa 1970. The structure is made of chromed steel rod and both tables ...
Chrome, Steel
$2,200
H 22.64 in W 21.07 in D 21.07 in
Danish Rosewood Coffee Table with Removable Chess Board, 1960s
By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik, Georg Petersens
Located in Lejre, DK
Game table in rosewood, designed and made by Georg Petersen. Great original condition.
Rosewood
Nesting Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This side table is an example of Danish design from the 1960s, made of teak wood, which radiates warmth and elegance. With its simple and functional design, this table fits perfectl...
Teak
Poul Kjaerholm PK71 for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of Poul Kjaerholm 'PK 71' nesting tables with steel frame and top of black acrylic. Designed by Kjaerholm in 1957, manufactured by E. Kold Christensen. Marked 'Denmark'...
$2,600
H 24 in W 30 in D 27 in
Mid-Century Modern Stow Davis Walnut and Chrome 24"H Side Coffee End Table MINT!
By Poul Kjærholm, Stow Davis
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Stow Davis Walnut and Chrome 24"H Side Coffee End Table MINT!
Chrome
Richard Schultz Rosewood and Chrome Dining Table for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Raleigh, NC
Richard Schultz dining table for Knoll combining rosewood top with chrome inlay and legs. The rosewood surface displays rich grain patterns and deep brown with red undertones with ...
Chrome
Johannes Andersen Rosewood Coffee Table by CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Coffee table crafted from rosewood, designed by Johannes Andersen and manufactured by CFC Silkeborg in the 1960s. The table features a square top and represents Danish furniture desi...
Rosewood
$1,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 20.5 in W 19.5 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Side Tables by Pierre Vandel, France, 1970s
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, A pair of side tables, designed and signed by Pierre Vandel. Fabulous clean modern lines. Paris France circa late 1970s. Maker signature present. Dimensions...
Aluminum, Brass
$3,800 / set
H 80 in W 35 in D 13.5 in
Lovely Pair of Floating Aluminum and Glass Shelves Etagere Mid-century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of chunky aluminum and glass floating shelves-etageres. These are hung directly on the wall and can be used together or separately. The chunky aluminum frames have acqu...
Aluminum
$652
H 17.33 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Scandinavian Mid-century Modern Rosewood Side Table / Coffee Table, circa 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
This elegant rosewood coffee table from Denmark, dating back to the 1960s, showcases the timeless beauty of Scandinavian modern design. With its minimal and simple form, the table em...
Rosewood
1970s Wavy Chrome & Glass Etagere Shelving Unit
Located in Bensalem, PA
Two piece shelving unit in the style of Milo Baughman please look at pictures for overall detail. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Chrome
$3,263
H 29.14 in W 86.62 in D 33.47 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Extendable Dining Table, Denmark 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a classic of Mid Century Modern era, an extendable dining table done in teak. The table has been fully refurbished. It features an extension which allow...
Teak
$1,950 / set
H 11.42 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Poul Kjærholm PK71 Nesting Tables for E. Kold Christensen, Early 1960 Production
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dronten, NL
A rare and highly collectible set of Poul Kjærholm PK71 nesting tables, produced by E. Kold Christensen in the early 1960s. These are unmarked early production examples, identifiable...
Steel
$990
H 19.69 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Coffee Table Made In Rosewood Designed By Johannes Andersen From 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Lejre, DK
This rosewood coffee table, crafted by Silkeborg Furniture in the 1960s and designed by Johannes Andersen, stands as a testament to the iconic Danish design of the era. Exuding ele...
Rosewood
$7,891
H 30.71 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Large Desk, Veneered Wood, Chrome-Plated Steel, Germany, ca. 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Mid-Century executive desk made of veneered wood and chrome-plated steel. The architectural, linear structure conveys a sense of lightness, stability, and order. The top is fin...
Steel, Chrome
A Stunning Mid Century Design Walnut and Chrome Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning Mid Century design richly patinated walnut and chrome desk of exceptional quality, finely carved and with a fabulous curvilear clean design. The well figured moulded and ...
Chrome
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$4,650
H 28.75 in W 49.22 in D 23.63 in
Jean Prouvé Compass Direction Desk Limited RAW Steel and Natural Oak by Vitra
By Vitra, Jean Prouvé
Located in Dronten, NL
Jean Prouvé Compass direction desk in natural oak and clear lacquered steel for Vitra. Originally designed in 1953, Prouvé's iconic desk is based the design on the structural princip...
Steel
$3,496
H 33.86 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brescia, IT
Modernist Desk George Nelson by Hermann Miller 1950 Laminated wood, aluminum base Rare model.
Aluminum
Teak Mid Century Danish Modern Double Sided Desk or Console Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This desk features all teak wood construction that is double sided to be used in the middle of a room. Sleek minimalist...
Teak
$2,400
H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in
Rosewood and Chrome Drexel Index Writing Desk Library Table, circa 1970s
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Stunning midcentury, Hollywood Regency, Post Modern design writing table, desk, made by Drexel as part of their Index series, possibly designed by Milo Baughman, circa 1960/1970s. T...
Chrome
$6,060
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Desk With Drawers And Bookshelf, Rosewood Veneer, Plated Metal, 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-century desk with six drawers on one side and a bookshelf on the other. Rosewood veneer and bent metal feet, Germany, circa 1960
Metal
$2,450
H 30 in W 78.75 in D 39.375 in
Mid-Century Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries, 1950s
By EEKA, Friso Kramer, Coen de Vries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Dutch mid-century modern design, this executive desk was designed by Friso Kramer and Coen de Vries for EEKA (Eindhovense Eisen- en Kantoorartikelenfabriek) in ...
Steel
1968 Executive Desk
By Warren Platner
Located in Hanover, MA
Executive desk formerly belonging to noted architect George M. Notter, (1933–2007) of the Boston firm Anderson Notter Finegold (now known as Finegold Alexander Architects). Current i...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with Drawers, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with Drawers, Italy, 1960s
Wood
Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk
By Knoll, Franco Albini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Franco Albini for Knoll, model 80, glass, lacquered wood, lacquered steel, Italy, 1949 Franco Albini’s model 80 desk combines glass, steel and wood which resulted in a minimalistic ...
Chrome
1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk
By J. Wade Beam
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful executive desk designed by J Wade Beam circa 1970. The rosewood top seems to float with a clean, geometric chrome base. Age-appropriate wear.A striking executive desk desig...
Chrome
USM Haller Credenza C2A Storage System
By Usm Haller
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the Usm Ha...
Steel, Chrome
Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A single pedestal writing desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller with a built-in pivoting lamp. Lamp is 18" H.
Steel
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.