While Danish furniture company Cado is popular among collectors of Scandinavian modern furniture for its well-crafted chairs, sofas, coffee tables and dining tables, the brand is best known for its sculptural wall shelving systems created by renowned Danish designer Poul Cadovius (1911–2011), Cado's founder.
The Copenhagen-born Cadovius initially studied to be an upholsterer and saddler before pursuing furniture design. He began his career in the 1940s making Venetian blinds and other window treatments before shifting his focus toward designing versatile furnishings that could be adapted to all sorts of interior spaces.
In 1945, Cadovius founded the furniture manufacturer Royal System intending to produce his designs for postwar homeowners. His visionary works included 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. The wall unit was practical and functional, but it was also decorative, made of rich and exotic woods like walnut, rosewood and teak, a favorite wood of Cadovius’s and a highly sought-after material among mid-century modern designers.
Cadovius established Cado in the late 1950s. The manufacturer followed the Royal System shelving unit with several other modular storage designs including the System Ultra in 1957, System Cado in 1960 and System Abstracta in 1962. Two years later, with more than 400 patents to his name, Cadovius purchased premier Danish furniture manufacturer France & Søn and incorporated it into Cado.
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Cado collaborated with influential Danish and European designers of the era such as Steen Østergaard, best known for his stackable Cado 290, a Space Age fiberglass-and-polyamide nylon lounge chair; Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick who embraced expressive, free-flowing shapes in chair and sofa designs much earlier than his colleagues; and Ole Wanscher, who drew on Shaker furniture and Chippendale forms and created the widely loved Colonial chair and coffee table for P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik.
Cadovius’s designs — as well as the other works manufactured by Cado — are widely coveted by vintage furniture enthusiasts all over the world. In 2018, the Danish brand dk3 reissued the Royal System as well as a more compact version.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Cado case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and tables.
Set of Four Steen Østergaard Dining Chairs A-Line 290, CADO, Denmark, 1960s.
By Cado, Steen Ostergaard
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type - stackable - marked - space age era
Faux Leather, Plastic
Ole Wanscher Senator Sofa by Cado, Teak Frame & Aniline Leather
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. Made of solid teak. Model senator, made by Cado.
Leather, Teak
Mogens Koch MK16 Folding Safari Chair for Cado, Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Cado
Located in Barcelona, ES
MK16 folding Safari chair designed in 1932 by Mogens Koch and produced in 1960's by Cado, Denmark. Stained beech wood, leather, brass and new canvas upholstery.
Brass
Ole Wanscher, set of 6 Danish leather and Mahogany dining chairs for CADO, 1960s
By Cado, Ole Wanscher
Located in Uppsala, SE
Set of 6 leather and Mahogany dining chairs designed by Danish designer Ole Wanscher for CADO in the 1960s. The set contains of 2 armchairs and 4 normal chairs. Newly upholstered sea...
Leather, Mahogany
$2,182Sale Price|68% Off
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark
By Cado, France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark. Arms are removable. You can use as armless lounge as well. (See final pho...
Textile, Rosewood
1960s Fully Restored Customizable Danish Ole Wanscher Sofa by Cado
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s fully restored customizable Danish Ole Wanscher sofa by Cado The elegant light Ole Wanscher design of the sofa feature organic elegant shapes and lines, combined with very ex...
Teak
Ole Gjerlov Knudsen for Cado Saw chair 1960 Denmark
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen, Cado
Located in Den Haag, NL
Saw chair designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen. 1958 Denmark. Birch wooden frame. Four parts sliding in each other. The seating angle can be changed by adjusting the parts more forward or...
Canvas
Steen Ostergaard Model 290 Pair of Red Chair for Cado, 1970
By Steen Ostergaard, Cado
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Steen Ostergaard model 290 red plastic stacking chairs manufactured by Cado, 1970. Set of 2. With some scratches and marks.
Plastic
Special Moduline Hanging Sofa by Cado, Denmark, 1960s
By Torben Lind, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen, Cado
Located in Haderslev, DK
Moduline two seater designed by Ole Gjerløv Knudsen and Torben Lind for Cado (Poul Cadovius) 1968. This rare wall mounted two seater is green colored pleather and in good condtio...
Aluminum
1960s Steen Ostergaard 'President' Fiberglass Lounge Chair for Cado, Denmark
By Cado, Ostergaard Steen
Located in Praha, CZ
- good (repolished ) original condition with minor signs of use - The fabric in good original condition
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Set of Six Ole Wanscher Dining Chairs for CADO, Denmark 1960s
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Utrecht, NL
Ole Wanscher was a leading figure in Danish and Scandinavian design, as was his mentor, the legendary Kaare Klint, renowned to be the “father” of modern Danish furniture design. Toge...
Fabric, Wood
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair by Cado, Teak & Cognac Leather, 1960s
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather Made of solid teak. Model senator, made by Cado.
Teak, Leather
Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa Senator, Danish Design Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 182 x 75 x 80 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This Mid Century three seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher for the Sentator Series for France and Son in the 1950s. This mod...
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Set of 2 Moduline chairs by Ole Gjerløv Knudsen and Torben Lind for Cado, 1960s
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, Cado
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Set of 2 Moduline chairs by Ole Gjerløv Knudsen and Torben Lind for Cado, 1960s Denmark. The “Moduline” series was like the name suggests a modular syst...
Faux Leather, Wood
$1,463Sale Price|20% Off
1970s, Danish design by Arne Vodder for Cado Denmark, 3 seater sofa.
By Cado, Arne Vodder
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by Arne Vodder for Cado Denmark. 3 seater sofa, furniture wool, dark exotic/teak wood. Loose cushions. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains.
Wool, Teak
Ole Wanscher Senator Sofa, Teak Frame, Tan Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with tan aniline leather. Made of solid teak. Model senator, made by Cado.
Leather, Teak
$2,432Sale Price|64% Off
Finn Juhl FD 112 Lounge Chair, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn, Cado
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl FD 112 Lounge Chair, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark. Gorgeous rosewood base. maker's label underside: "Cado Made in Denmark 7416...
Textile, Rosewood
Original Arne Vodder Stuhl Cado France & Son teak Midcentury 191
By Cado, Arne Vodder
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Stuhl vom bekannten Designer Arne Vodder aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Stuhl wurde ursprünglich vom dänischen Hersteller Cado aus hochwerti...
Teak
Rare Danish teak lounge chair/ Easy chair by Grete Jalk For Cado , 1960s
By Cado, Grete Jalk
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-century Rare Danish teak lounge chair/ Easy chair by Grete Jalk For Cado , 1960s Design year: 1960s Style: vintage, Danish modern Designed by: Grete Jalk For Cado Matching...
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Mahogany Senator High Back Lounge Chair by Ole Wanscher for Cado, 1960s
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This Danish mid-century modern high-back lounge chair is a must for those seeking that classic Scandinavian design. Elegant and beautifully sculpted, Ole Wanscher captured that refi...
Fabric, Mahogany
Three-seater sofa with teak frame and brown leather upholstery - Cado-
By Cado
Located in Madrid, España
Three-seater sofa with teak frame and brown leather upholstery - Arne Vodder - Cado - c. 1970 - Denmark Dimensions: 77 x 200 x 80 cm
Leather, Teak
Set of 10 Danish Mid Century Modern Cado Dining Chairs Wool Upholstery Denmark
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 10 Danish Mid Century Modern Cado Dining Chairs Wool Upholstery Denmark
Wool, Chestnut
Arne Vodder FD 164 Chaise Longue in Teak and Original Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Cado
Located in Santa Margherita Ligure, IT
Iconic FD 164 chaise longue designed by Arne Vodder for Cado, Denmark, in the 1960s. This elegant piece is crafted from solid teak, showcasing Vodder's signature organic lines and re...
Wood, Teak
Set of Lounge Chairs by Ole Wanscher in Sangria Leather, Denmark, C. 1960s
By Cado, Ole Wanscher
Located in Westport, CT
An exquisite set of Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs by renowned Danish designer Ole Wanscher for Cado. Crafted from rich mahogany, these chairs exude sophistication and elegance. P...
Leather, Mahogany
Finn Juhl Set of Two Fully Restored Armchairs Including Custom Upholstery Cado
By Cado, Finn Juhl
Located in Knebel, DK
Finn Juhl set of two fully restored armchairs including custom upholstery The chairs were designed in 1963 for France and Son that later changed their name to Cado as part of an of...
Leather, Teak, Fabric
1960s Finn Juhl Model 209 Diplomat Chair in Mahogany and Brown Leather - Cado
By Cado, Finn Juhl
Located in Knebel, DK
Finn Juhl designed the model 209 chairs in 1961. The chair is part of a series of furniture named the Diplomat series with chairs, desks, tables, cabinets and other furniture. The c...
Leather, Mahogany
Coppia di poltrone Senator di Ole Wanscher per Cado
By Cado, Ole Wanscher
Located in Brescia, IT
Coppia di poltrone Senator di Ole Wanscher per Cado. Refined pair of Senator model armchairs designed by Ole Wanscher for Cado in the 1960s. Realizzate in teak massello, presentano ...
Fabric, Teak
2x Moduline armchairs designed by Ole Gjerløv Knudsen & Torben Lind for Cado
By Torben Lind, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen, Cado
Located in Breda, NB
2x Moduline armchairs designed by Ole Gjerløv Knudsen & Torben Lind for Cado, 1960s. Timeless design combined with unparalleled comfort. These iconic Moduline leather lounge chairs,...
Wood
$5,663 / set
H 29.14 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Set of Four Mid Century Glossy Mint Green Cado Chairs, Steen Østergaard, 1974
By Ostergaard Steen
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Polish production chairs from Plastics Factory 'Krywald' in Knurow have embossed signatures. They come from the 1970s. The author of this project is the Danish architect Steen Østerg...
Plastic
$9,203 / set
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Ole Wanscher Set of Twelve Refinished Mahogany Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in Knebel, DK
This set of 12 mahogany Rungstedlund dining chairs designed by Ole Wanscher were produced during the 1960s and 1970s by Poul Jeppesen Furniture. The dining chairs are part of the Rungstedlund dining furniture series designed by Ole Wanscher and named after author and adventurer Karen Blixen...
Mahogany
Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mogens Koch furniture designed a lot of award wining midcentury furniture. The Danish architect was known for his functional approach to furniture design and for prioritizing comfort and accessibility. Koch also drew on older traditions and techniques. His chairs and tables show the influence of the Shaker Style and Englisch pieces of the 18th century. Koch was born in Copenhagen and attended the Royal Danisch Academy of fine Arts. After graduating, he worked as an assistant to Kaare Klint, an important figure in Danish modernism who was responsible for establishing the furniture design program at Koch’s alma mater. Klint favored historical styles and inspired Koch to view furniture design as an evolutionary process built on the traditions of the past. Over the course of their partnership, in the late 1920s, Koch began creating modular bookcases. In 1932, Rud Rasmussen began to produce Koch designs. An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari...
Leather, Beech
Set of Four Red Cado Chairs, Steen Østergaard, 1974
By Ostergaard Steen
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Polish production chairs from Plastics Factory 'Krywald' in Knurow have embossed signatures. They come from the 1970s. The author of this project is the Danish architect Steen Østerg...
Plastic
$4,247 / set
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Set of Four Mid Century Sea Blue Cado Chairs, Steen Østergaard, Europe, 1960s
By Ostergaard Steen
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Polish production chairs from Plastics Factory 'Krywald' in Knurow have embossed signatures. They come from the 70s. The author of this project is the Danish architect Steen Østergaa...
Plastic
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with light grey 100 % New Zealand Divina wool. Made of solid mahogany. Model Senator, made by France & Son.
Wool, Mahogany
$3,244
H 87 in W 50 in D 50 in
Mid-Century modern scandinavian chair Folding MK16 by Mogens Koch. New product.
By Mogens Koch, GETAMA
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mogens Koch designed the MK16 Folding Chair for a supplemental church seating contest, reinterpreting the traditional folding stool by pairing easy fold...
Leather, Oak
Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This teak high-back two-seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher as part of his 'Senator' line, circa 1960s. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Upholstery, Teak
Ole Wanscher Set of Six Chairs for a. J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher set of six chairs in mahogany with seats of black leather. Executed by A. J. Iversen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Leather, Mahogany
$719
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in taranto, IT
Danish collectible chair, model "197", France & Søn production based on a design by Finn Juhl, mid-1960s made on a teak structure, it measures 76 cm in height, 50 cm in width, 45 ...
Faux Leather, Teak
Danish teak dining chairs 1960s, set of 6
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Danish teak dining chairs 1960s, set of 6 The chair frames are made from solid teak and and are in Good condition. Made in Denmark in the 60s Dimensions: Width: 52 cm Depth: 4...
Faux Leather, Teak
$3,375
H 30.32 in W 29.14 in D 28.35 in
Finn Juhl FD133 Lounge Chair John Stuart France and Daverkosen
By Finn Juhl, John Stuart Inc., France & Daverkosen
Located in Fraser, MI
Finn Juhl FD 133 chair in Teak. Made by France and Daverkosen. Sold through John Stuart of Grand Rapids.
Fabric, Foam, Teak
Sold
H 31.89 in W 27.17 in D 21.26 in
Danish Teak and Leather Armchair Model 209 "Diplomat" by Finn Juhl for Cado.
By Finn Juhl, Cado
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
The iconic "Diplomat" armchair by this equally famous designer is elegant, balanced, and very comfortable. It is ideal for a living room, office, or professional use. This piece of f...
Leather, Teak
1960s Armchair, Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic armchair from the 1960s. Model Senator by Ole Wanscher for Cado. High-quality solid teak frame. The original spring core has been reupholstered and covered with a high-qualit...
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 34.5 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
A Pair of Mid-Century 1960s Mogens Koch by Cado Mk-16 Folding Safari Chairs
By Mogens Koch, Cado
Located in Centennial, CO
A classic pair of Mid-Century 1960s Mogens Koch by Cado MK-16 safari folding chairs crafted of beautifully patinated beechwood. with original brass fittings and leather rawhide sling...
Brass
Sold
H 27.96 in W 131.89 in D 37.41 in
Moduline living room set by Knudsen & Lind for Cado, Denmark 1960s
By Cado, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind
Located in ECHT, NL
Sectional sofa set designed by Ole Gjerlov Knudsen and Torben Lind. Made by Cado, formerly France and son, in Denmark during the 1960s. Three lounge chairs, a side table and a corner...
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 30.71 in D 30.32 in
Pair of 'FD164' easy chairs by Arne Vodder for CADO, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Cado
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful set of two 'FD164' easy chairs by Arne Vodder for CADO, Denmark 1960s. The frame is made of teak wood and the cushions are reupholstered with a light blue fabric. The set ...
Fabric, Teak
Armchair by Ole Wanscher for Cado, Denmark, 1960's
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Barcelona, ES
Armchair designed in 1960's by Ole Wanscher for Cado, Denmark. Structure in teak wood with original upholstery in wool fabric.
Fabric, Teak
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair, oak, Leather
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge upholstered with original black leather Made of solid oak Model senator, made by Cado.
Leather, Oak
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair, oak, Leather
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge upholstered with original black leather Made of solid oak Model senator, made by Cado.
Leather, Oak
Finn Juhl Diplomat Chair for CADO
By Finn Juhl, Cado
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Designed by leading Danish furniture designer Finn Juhl, this chair, FD209, also known as the Diplomat chair, was designed for embassies in 1963 and presented by France & Son. The or...
Fabric, Mahogany
Sold
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 29.93 in
Poul Cadovius three seat sofa of Ash, Aniline Leather, Canvas and Saddle Leather
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul Cadovius three seat sofa with frame of ash. Seat and back with canvas, original upholstered tan leather cushions. Made by Cado.
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Sold
H 28.75 in W 27.17 in D 29.93 in
Poul Cadovius lounge chair of Ash, Aniline Leather, Canvas and Saddle Leather
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul Cadovius lounge chair with frame of ash. Seat and back with canvas, original upholstered tan leather cushions. Made by Cado.
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair, oak, Leather
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge upholstered with original black leather Made of solid oak Model senator, made by Cado.
Leather, Mahogany