Butterfly Shelf by Poul Cadovius, 1958
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Designed by Poul Cadovius in 1958, the Butterfly is one of the most recognizable shelves in Mid-Century Danish design. Its form originates from a single sheet of steam-bent teak plywood, folded to create a surprisingly visually lightweight structure. An essential design that demonstrates how a simple construction solution can be transformed into an object of strong personality.
The design almost coincidentally took shape during Cadovius's experiments with material bending. The result is a shelf that appears suspended on the wall, capable of offering a functional support surface while maintaining minimal bulk. Its silhouette evokes a butterfly's wings, from which the model's name is derived.
Its compact dimensions make it ideal for holding small objects, books, or a lamp, either alone or in multiple compositions. Teak, with its warm and uniform grain, adds depth to the form without making it heavy, enhancing the natural character of the material.
More than sixty years after its introduction, the Butterfly continues to find a place in contemporary interiors. A design that naturally transcends time and still represents one of the most successful examples of the encounter between technical research, functionality, and Scandinavian design.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION: Denmark
DESIGNER: Poul Cadovius
MODEL: Butterfly
DESIGN PERIOD: 1958
STYLE: Scandinavian Design, Mid-Century Modern
MATERIAL: Steam-bent teak plywood, metal
COLOR: Brown, Black
DIMENSIONS: H 20 cm | W 40 cm | D 17 cm
WEIGHT RANGE: 0–40 Kg
CONDITION: Good vintage condition with minor signs of age consistent with the piece's age.
Butterfly Shelf by Poul Cadovius, 1958
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