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Poul Cadovius Danish Teak “Cado” Wall-Mounted Shelving Unit, circa 1960s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Peabody, MA
Danish teak three bay wall unit by Poul Cadovius, circa 1960s. Consists of a cabinet with drop down
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak

Large Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Bookshelf Wall Unit System
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful vintage mid century Danish modern six-piece teak wood bookcase wall unit system was
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Jesper Danish Teak Bookcase Stereo Tambour Cabinet with Lighted Bar
By Poul Hundevad, Jesper International
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Incredibly versatile vintage Danish teak bookcase by Jesper. This powerhouse packs a lot of
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Finn Juhl Modular Teak ‘Cresco’ Modular Shelving France Son Danish, Denmark
By France Søn, John Stuart, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, and various other shelves. Denmark, France & Sons, with John Stuart medallion and France & Sons mark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Teak

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Wood Rotating Bookshelf and Full Body Mirror
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Danish teak wood rotating bookshelf with full body mirror. A gorgeous piece of Danish furniture
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Minimalist Wall Shelf by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1950s Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This wall shelf was designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced in Denmark by Aksel Kjersgaard. This
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak

Wall-hung Sideboard Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Wall-hung sideboard in rosewood from the 1960s, designed in Denmark. The sideboard can be mounted
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Rosewood

1960s String Teak String Shelf with Two Deep Shelves and One Magazine Rack
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in München, DE
Original 1960s Nisse Strinning String teak wall shelf. Made in Denmark. Two deep ladders with two
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Set of 2 Metal Butterfly Bookshelves by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Steenwijk, NL
. The design of these metal shelves is simplistic and strong and gives a modern look and feel
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Modular Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
black. A Classic Danish piece of Mid-Century Modern design, based on the brilliant idea of getting
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak

Wall Mounted Sideboard Designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark, 1950s
By Erik Wørts
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall mounted sideboard designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark, 1950s. Brazilian rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Noral Olson Kopenhavn Mid Century Danish Freestanding Desk Wall Unit
By Noral Olson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Noral Olson Kopenhavn mid century Danish freestanding desk wall unit Wall unite measures: 84.5
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Cane, Wood

Poul Cadovius For Royal System Cado Danish Rosewood Four Bay Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Peabody, MA
Royal System “Cado” four bay wall unit in rosewood, designed by Poul Cadovius circa 1960s, Denmark
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s Poul Cadovius Poul
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Danish Teak Wall Console
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Floating wall-mounted teak nightstand with side by side drawers. Simple rounded pulls. Nicely designed shelf works well as an entry way organizer.  
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Kurt Ostervig Danish Shelving Unit
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A teak and rosewood unit with five adjustable teak shelves,two larger and three smaller sized
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Rosewood, Teak

Poul Cadovius Bookcase, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice wall unit ore bookcase by Poul Cadovius for Cado Denmark 1960s. Two uprights, 5 teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius Butterfly Shelf Teak Plywood Bookshelf Royal Systems Denmark 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Basel, BS
Poul Cadovius Butterfly Shelf, designed in 1958 and manufactured by Royal System in Denmark. Made
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak, Plywood

Danish Pine Filing Shelf 1940s
Located in Valby, 84
Rare Danish solid pine filing shelf made for the danish postal service in the 1940s. This filing
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Pine

Organically Shaped Danish Teak Shelf from the School of Peder Moos
By Peder Moos
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Triangular shelving unit with rounded profiles designed by Peder Moos in collaboration with his students at the architect’s school in Copenhagen. Suitable as spice rack or for displa...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Cadovius Danish Teak Cane Glass Wall Unit Scandinavian, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a breathtaking, teak, three bay wall unit, with cane and glass sliding doors, by Poul Cadovius, circa 1960s. In very good vintage condition. The dimensions ...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Vintage 1960s Teak Wall Unit, Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Mobelfabrik Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Feldballes Mobelfabrik, Denmark. Description: Original Danish wall unit designed by Kai Kristiansen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Modular Wall Unit in rosewood by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish modular wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark 1960s. This rosewood setup has one
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid century Single Danish Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid century Danish Teak Wall Unit cabinets by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s Danish design
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Vintage 1960s Elmwood Royal System Wall Unit Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Cadovius Produce: Cado, Denmark Description: original Danish wall unit designed by Poul
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood, Elm

Original 1960s Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
, Denmark Description: original Danish wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius in the 1950s for Cado
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

Poul Cadovius Denmark Cado Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in San Diego, CA
Four-bay Cado system in teak designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, consisting of 10-shelves, 2
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

1960s Danish Teak Corner Wall Shelf
Located in High Point, NC
the shelf, showcasing the refined elegance of Danish Modern design.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Wall Unit in Teak by Poul Cadovius for Royal System, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish modular wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System. This teak setup has five storage
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak

Wall-mounted Chest of Drawers/Cabinet Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Wall-hung chest of drawers/cabinet in rosewood from the 1960s, of Danish design. The chest of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Rosewood

1960s Wall Unit in Teak by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
, Denmark 1960s. This wall-mounted sideboard was designed by Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s. This
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak, Wood

Poul Cadovius Cado Rosewood Danish Modern 2-Bay Room Divider / Wall unit
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Design – A mid-century modern masterpiece, showcasing a modular aesthetic and premium rosewood
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Vintage 1960s Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Original 1960s Floating Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
, Denmark Description: Original Danish wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius in the 1950s for CADO
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

Vintage 1960s Elmwood Royal System Wall Unit Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Cadovius Producer: Cado, Denmark Description: Original Danish wall unit designed by Poul
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1960s Elmwood Royal System Wall Unit Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Cadovius Producer: Cado, Denmark Description: Original Danish wall unit designed by Poul
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1960s Teak Royal System Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
, Denmark Description: original Danish wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius in the 1950s for CADO
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Large Danish Modern Shelf in Teak by Sven Ellekaer for Albert Hansen, 1960s
By Sven Ellekaer , Albert Hansen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Large wall shelf from Sven Ellekaer from the 1960s. The shelf impresses with excellent teak and patinated brass, as well as finely crafted details.
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Patinated Oak Made at Ry Mobler Denmark 1950s
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Rare wall shelf made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1950s. The shelf was designed by Hans J. Wegner
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Oak

1960s Poul Cadovius Modular Teak 2-Bay Danish Royal System Wall Unit Shelving
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
drawers, a cabinet with two opening doors and a single adjustable wooden shelf, alongside four shelves
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Upcycled Midcentury Danish Palisander Bookcase
Located in Praha, CZ
This bookcase was carefully restored. The hairpin iron legs were aded afterwards. This bookcase features one adjustable shelf and storage place with door.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Iron

Poul Cadovius Beechwood wall unit 1950s Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Beechwood Wall unit .Design by Poul Cadovius for Royal system . 1950s Denmark Ideal
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Beech

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Norwalk, CT
Very nice modern shaped 'Abstracta' shelving system designed by Poul Cadovius produced by Royal
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Wall System Cado in Rio Rosewood
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Courbevoie, FR
. RP15821. References: System Abstracta catalog, The Danish Museum of Art and Design. Composed of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

1960s Danish Shelving System by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A fantastic vintage Danish shelving system, this was designed by Kai Kristiansen and was made by FM
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wood

MCM Danish teak cado wall unit
By Paul Cadobius
Located in Sayreville, NJ
door shelves with brackets and three bottom cabinets ( one open hutch with shelf and two drawer units
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Art Glass, Teak

Danish Royal Shelving System by Poul Cadovius
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Danish royal shelving system, designed by Poul Cadovius and made by Cado. This
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Danish Floating Teak Shelf with Drawer, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Floating Teak Shelf with Drawer, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern small wall mounted
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

1960’s Danish Vintage PS Shelving System
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Preben Sorensen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and practical two bay wall mounting PS shelving system in wood. This was made in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Poul Cadovius Abstracta bookcase unit Denmark 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice 'Abstracta' bookcase unit by designer Poul Cadovius and produced in Denmark by Royal System in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Poul Cadovius Teak Royal Wall System Denmark
By Royal, Poul Cadovius
Located in Den Haag, NL
with folding door Desk cabinet . comes with 6 shelves . 3 Uprights and the hardware .Very nice Honey
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase Hutch with Secretary Bar and Storage Cabinet
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Versatile Mid-Century Modern bookcase hutch with many storage options. This piece packs a lot of
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius Danish Teak CADO Wall Mount Shelving System
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage 1960s Danish teak CADO wall shelving system with modular components. The ingenious design
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Glass, Teak

Abstracta Shelving Unit Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice modern shaped 'Abstracta' shelving system designed by Poul Cadovius and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Danish Vintage Room Divider in Pine, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish vintage room divider/shelve in pine, 1970s. Nicely patinated. A sculptural furniture
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Pine

Poul Cadovius Teak Royal Wall System Denmark
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Den Haag, NL
Iconic Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall unit .One large Teak Cabinet with 4 drawers . Five Shelves
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

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Danish Modern Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Danish modern shelves available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique Danish modern shelves was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are 537 antique and vintage Danish modern shelves for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 55 modern editions to choose from as well. Danish modern shelves have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Danish modern shelves bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Danish modern shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Cado and Kai Kristiansen are consistently popular.

How Much are Danish Modern Shelves?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,796, while they’re typically $147 on the low end and $85,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Danish Modern Shelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019

    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

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