Mid-Century Danish Royal Shelving System in Teak by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s, Set of 8

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

The ROYAL shelving system from Cado is a vintage gem and a classic of Danish mid-century modernism.

Designed by Poul Cadovius in Denmark in the 1960s.

+ This shelving unit includes two sought-after and rare units – one with two drawers plus two additional storage compartments, and a small cabinet unit with sliding doors and beautiful, recessed door handles. It also includes four shelves with matching shelf supports.

* The exclusive Royal shelving system impresses with its timelessly modern, airy design.
* The units and shelves of this shelving unit are made of high-quality solid teak.
* Its transformability is a striking feature of the shelving system, as it is modular – each element can be flexibly arranged as desired and complemented with additional elements from the Royal shelving system by Poul Cadovius.
* Rare height of 240 cm.

DIMENSIONS & SCOPE OF THE SHELVING WALL
Total shelving wall: Width 83.5 cm * Height 240 cm
Width of shelves (4x) and cabinets: 80 cm
Deep cabinet (large) 37.5 cm * Depth of cabinet (small) 28.5 cm
Height of cabinet (large) 42.5 cm * Height of cabinet (small) 24.5 cm
Depth of shelves (4x): 24 cm

+ The shelving wall includes: 2x support rails (length 240 cm) + 8x shelf brackets + 4x shelf boards + 2 cabinets + 4x metal pins (cabinet brackets) + 8x board brackets (for bottom attachment)

+ Typical CADO stamp on the back of the rails with "Made in Denmark" (see photo above) - Otherwise, no CADO label sticker is included. / Royal shelving system no longer available.

CONDITION
The item is in well-maintained and good vintage condition with superficial and age-appropriate signs of wear on the wood surface:
+ These are very few, minor surface scratches, minor dents, and nicks – these are mostly angular.
Additionally, there are some color variations due to light and use (deep-set, slightly darker spots and lighter spots) – we have tried to capture these signs as best as possible in the photos above.
+ Furthermore, there are tiny holes on the surface of a small area on the shelf of the large body (see photo above).
... However, all of these marks are usually only slightly more visible upon closer inspection and are not serious. We consider the condition to be very nice and more than good....

+ We have treated the item conscientiously, thoroughly, and professionally with high-quality cleaning and care products, so the shelving unit is immediately ready for use and can be used for a long time without any additional maintenance. +
+ The pictures are part of the condition and show the general condition and the most important flaws.
We therefore ask you to take a close look at the pictures above. +

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Creator	Poul Cadovius
Manufacturer	Cado
Design Period	1960 to 1969
Production Period	1960 to 1969
Country of Manufacture	Denmark
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Danish Design, Vintage, Mid-Century, Scandinavian Modern, Design Classics
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use, Surface has been polished
Product Code	OHY-2229178
Materials	Teak
Color	Brown, puce
Width	84 cm 32.9 inch
Depth	38 cm 14.8 inch
Height	240 cm 94.5 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Germany
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

Product Safety Information

Additional Product Safety Information	Dänisches Regal-System aus Teakholz den 1960er Jahren

About the Creator

Poul Cadovius

Danish designer and manufacturer Poul Cadovius was born in Frederiksberg in 1911. Originally trained as a saddler and upholster, Cadovius became interested in industrial design and established his own furniture manufacturing company under the name of Royal Systems in 1945. Shortly after, Cadovius had the revolutionary idea to design a floating, modular shelving system that would maximize floor space and signify the end of conformity in shelving. The Royal System (1948) shelving unit went on to win the gold medal at the Finland Furniture Fair in 1950 and silver medal at the XI Triennale di Milano 1957 and remained a hallmark of midcentury modern design throughout the 1950s and ‘60s.

Sometime between 1964 and 1967, Cadovius purchased the well-established furniture manufacturer France & Søn—credited with the industrialization of teak furniture production—and eventually renamed the company CADO. Cadovius collaborated with the impressive roster of iconic Danish designers through France & Søn and CADO, including Sigvar Bernadotte, Grete Jalk, Arne Vodder, Edvard Kindt-Larsen, and Finn Juhl. Pieces manufactured by CADO include Ditte & Adrian Heath’s 594 Dining Table and Chairs (1971), Steen Ostergaard’s Lounge Chair and Model 290 Chairs (1968), Ole Wanscher’s Senator Chair series (1960s), as well as a series of coffee tables in the 1960s by Cadovius that feature the use of aluminum, rosewood, and hand-painted designs by Susan Fjedldoe Mygge.

His minimalistic aesthetic is considered a perfect harmony between form and function—industrial and organic, affordable and elegant. Although the Royal System shelving unit was his main contribution to Danish modernism, Cadovius registered more than 400 patents throughout his long career, leaving behind a legacy that inspired many future designers.

Cadovius passed away in 2011 at the age of 99.

About the Maker

Cado

Given the popularity of vintage Cado shelving units and other pieces of furniture, it is surprising that so little information about the Danish manufacturer’s history survives.

Cado began as modernist furniture producer France & Søn, which was founded by British entrepreneur Charles W. France and Danish cabinetmaker Eric Daverkosen circa 1948 in Denmark (originally named France & Daverkosen after its founders). The company entered a new phase when successful Danish designer Poul Cadovius (1911-2011) took ownership sometime between 1964 and 1967. The iconic Senator Chair (1951) by Ole Wanscher—along with a number of designs by Grete Jalk, Finn Juhl, and Arne Vodder—continued to be produced by Cado into the late 1960s.

Cado is best remembered for the modular wooden wall units designed by Cadovius. Named Royal System, the space saving exemplar of Danish modernism dominates Cadovius's legacy, even as he patented approximately 400 designs in his lifetime. Unfortunately, there is no information as to what happened to the Cado business after the 1970s.