Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s

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Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s.

Mid-Century Modern 4 bay shelving system model Royal. … Read more Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s.

Mid-Century Modern 4 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 with the drop down woven front has one wide height adjustable shelf and two drawers. Can also be used as a secretary desk. The display cabinet with the double sliding glass doors also has one height adjustable shelf. The dresser module has four wide drawers. Two original sliding bookends which can be placed anywhere on the unit.
This is an early unit as can be seen on the brass inserts in the shelves.
The two short uprights can placed over each other to create a 3 bay unit instead of a 4 bay.
All elements can be moved around as desired without the use of tools.

This set consists of:
3 Uprights, length 198.5 cm.
2 Uprights, length 73 cm.
2 Cabinets, 40 x 80 x 51.5 cm.
1 Display cabinet, 22.5 x 80 x 56 cm.
1 Shelf, depth 30 cm.
4 Shelves, depth 24 cm.
2 Shelves, depth 20 cm.
2 Original built in book end


Cabinets and some shelves are stamped "Made in Denmark" on the back. Patinated brass brackets.

This item will be disassembled for transport.

Good original vintage condition with patina consistent with age and use. Signs of use like small nicks and scratches. All parts have been checked and all surfaces have been cleaned and refreshed. Ready for use. This piece has an attribution mark,
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