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.
Cado Teak Dininig Table, Denmark 1960s
By Cado
Located in Wien, AT
Solid teak dining table manufactured by Cado - France & Son. This table with his elegant and delicate shape is a rare find. We love it in combination with the solid teak chairs m...
Teak
Coffee Or Dining Table In Light Wood Designed by Paul Cadovius From 1960s
By Cado, Mogens Koch
Located in Lejre, DK
This dining table is a true gem of Danish furniture design and clearly bears the stamp of Paul Cadovius' unique vision and talent. Manufactured by the renowned company Cado in the 19...
Wood
Dining Table Designed by Mogens Kold, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining table, designed by Mogens Kold, Denmark. 1960’s. Brazilian rosewood. Measurements: Height: 73 cm/ 28 3/4'' Length when closed: 135 cm/ 53''. Two extension leaves at 45 cm/ 1...
Rosewood
Danish Teak Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish teak dining table, 1960s Vintage Danish modern extendable dining table. Two draw out extension leaves. Rounded tapered le...
Teak
1960s Scandinavian Modern Danish Solid Teak Round Dining Table
By Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Very elegant 1960s round dining table Made in Denmark, unusually constructed from solid teak wood (not veneered). Quintessential Scandinavian Modern design: minimal, fine materials, highly practical, clean smooth lines, sturdy construction and timeless aesthetic. The table has a diameter of 40 in (100 cm) and a single leg, which achieves an uncluttered appearance under the table and buttressing into four feet that rise a low profile parallel to the floor. This leg form in teak bears a striking resemblance to the iconic La Fonda base by Charles Eames, which was cast in Aluminum. Table height is standard 28.5 in (72 cm). The leg and feet are also carved from beautiful solid, strait grained teak. The table has been professionally refinished in a hard wax oil which faithfully presents the original look and feel whilst providing contemporary levels of robust protection. The table has only extremely minor signs of wear considering the age and use. This timeless table shows every promise of gracing a kitchen or dining room for another 60 years, and then some. The contemporaneous cognac leather shell chairs...
Steel
France & Son round dining table in teak Cado Denmark 1960
By France & Søn
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Exceptional round dining table was designed and produced by France & Son for Cado, Denmark, 1960. A fine example of Danish modern craftsmanship, it exemplifies the balance betwee...
Teak
$1,044
H 28.15 in W 43.71 in D 33.67 in
Adjustable Scandinavian, Coffee-to-Dining Table, 1960s, Teak & Black Steel
Located in Paris, FR
A Scandinavian mid century modern adjustable table from the 1960s, designed to shift from coffee table height to a true dining table height. A warm teak top sits on a black lacquered steel structure, giving the piece a crisp architectural presence that feels both practical and quietly elegant. The lift mechanism allows the table to rise from 47 cm to 71.5 cm, transforming how it lives in a space. Low and relaxed for everyday use, then elevated when you need a proper dining surface. Collectors love this kind of design for its honesty and intelligence. No decorative excess, just proportion, material contrast, and a clever system that still feels relevant today. • Function: adjustable coffee to dining table...
Steel
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dining table in teak with two pull out extension leaves. Measurements: Not extended: 139.5 x...
Teak
$2,833
H 28.5 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Danish MCM EX.+ Teak Wood Grain Dining Table by Dyrlund Denmark 1960s, Mod. 9276
By Dyrlund
Located in Basel, BS
This round dining table—Dyrlund’s original model 9276 in solid teak—comfortably seats four to six and embodies the timeless elegance for which the Danish maker is renowned. Its richl...
Teak
$1,337
H 29.14 in W 94.49 in D 35.44 in
Dining Table with Extentions in Teak of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This exquisite dining table, an epitome of Danish design from the 1960s, is crafted from teak, renowned for its rich grain and durability. Its sleek and elegant design is characteriz...
Teak
Extendable Teak Dining Table by Dyrlund, Denmark 1960s
By Dyrlund
Located in Utrecht, NL
Precious woods and hand finishing define the furniture pieces made by the Danish company, Dyrlund. As this stunning solid teak table shows, great emphasis is placed on skilled crafts...
Wood
$3,257
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
$8,600 / item
H 15 in Dm 40 in
Carlton Coffee Table 40" DIA, in Vintage Burl Wood Finish, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figural woods and casual, clean lines combine in our Carlton Table, shown here in our Vintage Burlwood finish. Also available in Natural Burlwood and Map...
Wood, Ash, Olive, Burl
Danish Extendable Teak Wood Dining Table by Dyrlund, 1960s
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 120 / 170 / 220 × 73 × 73 cm (47.2" / 66.9" / 86.6" × 28.7" × 28.7") Diameter / with 1 / with 2 extensions × Depth × Height Original extendable dining table by Dyrlund, ...
Teak
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 46.46 in
Danish Vintage Mygge Dining Table by Poul Cadovius and Bjorn Wiinblad for Cado
By Susanne Fjedldoe Mygge, Poul Cadovius, Bjorn Wiinblad, Cado
Located in London, GB
A stunning Danish vintage Mygge dining table by Poul Cadovius and Bjorn Wiinblad for Cado, dating from the 1960’s. This is a beautiful and iconic design, it is also very practical. ...
Steel
Danish Modern Cado Tulip Table
By Cado
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A Danish Modern tulip table made of aluminum and hand painted by Susanne Feljdose. Produced by Cado. Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do...
Steel
Danish Rosewood Table by Cado Chrome with Tulip Base
By Cado
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rosewood and polished aluminum dining table by Cado circa late 1960s. This example has stunning book matched rosewood that has been newly finished and the tulip base and trim have be...
Aluminum
Sold
H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 37.41 in
1960s Finn Juhl Mahogany Dining or Conference Table, Diplomat Series - Cado
By Finn Juhl, Cado
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Finn Juhl mahogany dining or conference table from the diplomat series by Cado Finn Juhl designed a series of furniture´from 1961 called the Diplomat series with chairs, desks...
Mahogany
Björn Wiinblad, Poul Cadovius, Susanne Fjeldsoe Mygge Dining Table, 1960s
By Susanne Fjedldoe Mygge, Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Vienna, AT
Poul Cadovius / Mygge. Susanne Fjeldsøe Mygge. Circular tabletop with aluminum edge, decorated with the classic "Mygge" decoration, Bj...
Aluminum