Vintage Senator Armchair by Ole Wanscher for Cado | Danish Lounge Chair

A beautifully proportioned vintage Senator armchair by Ole Wanscher for Cado, made in Denmark. This chair is a strong example of Wanscher’s refined Danish modern language: an elegant solid teak frame, softly tapered lines, and a light architectural silhouette that feels both disciplined and inviting. The original Cado badge visible in the frame adds an extra layer of authenticity. What makes the Senator series so enduring is its restraint. Wanscher was known for translating classical furniture proportions into modern daily living, and that is exactly what this chair does so well. The gently curved armrests, floating cushions, and open teak frame create a calm, balanced profile that works beautifully in a living room, reading corner, or more editorial hospitality setting. Wanscher is widely recognised as one of the defining figures of modern Danish furniture design, with a practice rooted in craftsmanship, proportion, and durable materials. The Senator line is associated with Ole Wanscher’s work for France & Søn and later Cado, after Poul Cadovius acquired France & Søn and continued production under the Cado name in the mid-1960s. That makes Cado-marked examples especially appealing, as they sit directly within the continuation of one of the best-known Danish seating series of the period. Details. Set: 1 armchair (price is based on a single item) Origin: Denmark. Designer: Ole Wanscher. Maker: Cado. Period: 1960s. Material: solid teak, fabric upholstery, foam cushions. Dimensions: 68.5 W × 65.5 D × 70.5 H cm. Seat height: 45.5 cm. Maker’s mark: Cado, Made in Denmark. Condition. Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Frame shows light surface marks and minor signs of use consistent with age. Upholstery presents well overall with light wear visible on close inspection. Structurally good and ready for use.