Asaa, DK
Details
- Dimensions
- 96.06ʺW × 15.75ʺD × 77.95ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Brand
- Cado
- Designer
- Poul Cadovius
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Teak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
- Description
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Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model … more Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase designed in 1948 by Danish architect Poul Cadovius.
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 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 Scandinavian modern design throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Versatile and flexible floating bookcase that allows for continuous rearranging to suit individual needs.
This original Cado Royal System is suitable for both living room, home office or library. The cabinet has a drop down woven front and iside is divided in two compartments, key is included. The large shelf can also be used as a desk leaf.
All elements can be moved around as desired without the use of tools.
This set consists of:
4 Uprights in solid stained beech, length 198 cm.
1 Cabinet, 36 x 80 x 42.5 cm.
1 Shelf, depth 40 cm.
10 Shelves, depth 24 cm.
Stamped "Made in Denmark" on the back. Patinated brass brackets.
This item will be disassembled for transport.
Good vintage condition with natural patina consistent with age and use like small nicks and scratches. All parts have been checked and all surfaces has been cleaned and refreshed. Ready for use. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution less
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