Poul Hundevad was a master craftsman who designed and built furniture in his hometown of Vamdrup, Denmark. He is famed for his adaptable, functionalist creations. Multi-purpose design had become a standard in the Scandinavian modern furniture of the mid-20th century, and Hundevad imbued this approach into many of his creations, such as incorporating fold-down trays into his credenzas and sideboards.
Hundevad was born in Vamdrup in 1917. He trained as a carpenter and for many years, he owned his own workshop and furniture factory. He designed and constructed his own furniture as well as pieces that were manufactured by other designers. He worked alongside such notable furniture creators as Carlo Jensen and Kaj Winding.
Hundevard put a premium on space — the homes of mid-20th-century Denmark were not very big and usually consisted of small rooms with little storage — and so he created many foldable designs that could be stowed easily and kept out of the way when they were not needed.
His fame grew in 1960 when Hundevad introduced the Guldhoj stool. He created it as a replica of a Bronze Age stool excavated from a burial mound near his hometown, keeping the original form and dimensions exact. The Guldhoj is a simple stool, made of teak, oak, beech or ash. It folds out in an X configuration and has an uncomplicated leather seat. It was produced through the early 21st century, the later iterations being reproductions made by one of Hundevard’s employees. Though Hundevard masterfully crafted many inventive and functional designs, he is most remembered for the minimal genius of this mid-century modern folding stool.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Poul Hundevard storage pieces, seating, tables and more.
1960s Poul Hundevad “Gold Hill Chair” Solid Wood Folding Stool, Black Leather
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
“Gold Hill Chair” A solid wood folding stool, seat with black leather. Model PH 41. Made by Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup. Retailed by Illums Bolighus, with metal tag. Literature: Mobilia 1...
Leather, Hardwood
Folding Stool by Poul Hundevald, Sweden 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in New York, NY
Folding curved teak and black leather stool.
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Folding Chair Designed by Poul Hundevad, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition. -Very practical. -Fully functional. - Made of wood and teak veneer. - Wear according to age and use.
Wood
Poul Hundevad PH43 Guldhøj Stool in Teak and Brown Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Scandinavian Stool model PH-43 designed by Poul Hundevad, Denmark in the 60's. Very good original vintage condition with beautiful crafted solid teak frame and dark brown leat...
Leather, Teak
Poul Hundevad Guldhøj Stool of Teak and Cognac Color Leather Denmark Mid-Century
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
"Guldhøj" stool PH 41 with folding frame made of solid teak with seat of original strong cognac color leather. Made in the 1970s by Poul Hundevad - Vamdrup Very nice vintage condi...
Leather, Teak
Restored Danish Teak Folding Table with Three Nesting Chairs by Poul Hundevad, 1
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Praha, CZ
This Mid-Century Modern folding table with three nesting chairs was designed by Poul Hundevad in Denmark in the 1960s. A brilliant multifunctional piece, the three chairs fold flat a...
Wood
Restored Mid-Century Folding Table and Stools by Poul Hundevad, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant and functional Mid-Century Danish design by Poul Hundevad, this 1960s folding table with four stools is both practical and sculptural. Each...
Wood
Poul Hundevad, “Guldhøj” Folding Stool Model PH in Wengé Wood & Natural Leather
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Kastrup, DK
"Guldhøj Stool", Model PH 43 Folding stool designed by Poul Hundevad, the "Guldhøj Stool" is crafted from Wengé wood with beautifully patinated cognac-colored leather. The piece rem...
Leather, Wenge
Folding Stool in Teak and Original Natural Leather by Poul Hundevad, 1950's
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Folding Stool in Teak and Original Natural Leather by Poul Hundevad, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Teak and original natural leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare...
Teak, Leather
Poul Hundevad, “Guldhøj” Folding Stool, Oak, Natural Leather, 1960s, Denmark
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Paris, FR
Poul Hundevad Gold Hill Guldhoj oak stool Denmark 1960s Model stems from a folding stool from the bronze age circa 1400 BC found during an excavation in Guldhøj (Golden Hill) in Denmark. The stool was designed by Hundevad in 1960 based on the drawings by this stool and is a Danish modern furniture...
Leather, Oak
Poul Hundevad, “Guldhøj” Folding Stool, Oak, Natural Leather
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Kastrup, DK
"Guldhøj Stool", Model PH 43 Folding stool designed by Poul Hundevad, the "Guldhøj Stool" is crafted from oak with beautifully patinated cognac-colored leather. The piece remains in ...
Leather, Oak
Leather Folding Stool by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak folding stool with a black leather sling seat. Famed copy of oldest existing piece of furniture in Scandinavia.
Leather
Midcentury Stool Model PH43 Designed by Poul Hundevad, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool in oak and patinated leather, designed and made by Poul Hundevad. Made in Denmark 1950s
Leather, Oak
Solid Wood Folding oak Stool by Poul Hundevad “Gold Hill Chair” 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The "Guldhøj Stool" (Model PH 43) by Poul Hundevad is a refined folding stool crafted in oak with original, patinated black leather. Designed in 1958 and produced in the 1960s, it re...
Oak
Vintage Guldhoj Scandinavian Stool
By Poul Hundevad
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Poul Hundevad trained as a carpenter and, for a time, owned his own cabinetmaking shop and furniture factory. In 1960, he began production of his most famous work, the Guldhøj chair....
Leather, Teak
Original 'Gold Hill' Folding Stool by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
It's so rare to find one of these beautiful stools in original condition, original leather still with it's label beneath ! The only thing we have had to do is give the wooden parts a...
Leather, Teak
Stool of Oak & full grain leather Model PH 43 by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lejre, DK
The stool named "The Golden High Chair" made of oak with a seat of stretched black grain leather. Made by Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup, Model PH 43. The stool is actually a copy of the old...
Oak
Poul Hundevad Folding Stool Produced by Poul Hundevad in Denmark
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare folding stool model Guldhøj / PH 43 designed by Poul Hundevad. Produced by Poul Hundevad in Vamdrup, Denmark.
Leather, Wenge
$480 / set
H 14.97 in W 21.66 in D 13.78 in
Set of Two Faux Leather Brown Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stools from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful brown high quality faux leather. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic o...
Fabric
Pair of Beige Stools, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful, well crafted beige upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, character...
Velvet
$180 / item
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Mini Butterfly Stool, Pink Fandango Jacquard, Dark Wood, Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Small stool called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat in beautiful jacquard italian fabric. This stool can be customized to your specif...
Fabric, Beech, Jacquard
Leopard Vintage Stool, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful soft velvet leopard print upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, cha...
Velvet
Burgundy Vintage Stool, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful soft velvet burgundy upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characte...
Leopard Vintage Stool, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful soft velvet leopard print upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, cha...
Velvet, Beech
$800
H 15.75 in Dm 18.9 in
Vintage teak stool by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Danish Mid-Century Design 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Very nice decorative stool made by the Danish designer Hugo Frandsen, for the Danish furniture producer Spøttrup Mobler in the 1960s. The stool has a tripod structure in high quali...
Faux Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Spottrup Danish Modern Teak and Upholstered Stool
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Spottrup Danish Modern Teak and Upholstered Stool. Measures 21" in width, 15" in depth and
Upholstery, Teak
Set of 3 mid century danish teak stacking stools or tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 3 mid century danish teak stacking stools or tables. Each table has 3 legs. Flat head screws labeled made in Denmark. Set of 3 matching stools. Original vintage condition. All...
Bentwood, Teak
Erik Buch Mid Century Danish Teak Bar Stools - Pair
By Erik Buch
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Erik Buch Mid Century Danish Teak Bar Stools - Pair Each bar stool measures: 14.25 wide x 13.75 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 27 inches We take our photos in a controlled l...
Upholstery, Teak
PK 33 - Stool in cognac leather by Poul Kjærholm
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 33 - Stool with cognac leather seat and steel legs. Stamped by manufacturer Fritz Hansen and designed by Poul Kjærholm.
Steel
$1,280 / set
H 19.69 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Folding Stools with Sheepskin Upholstery, 1960
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Odense, DK
These folding stools are inspired by the Danish Mid-Century Modern tradition, associated with Poul Hundevad’s iconic “Guldhøjstolen” (model PH43). With their clean lines and function...
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Wood, Beech
Sold
H 14.97 in W 19.3 in D 15.36 in
Poul Hundevad 'Goldhøj Stools' in Original Cognac Leather and Rosewood
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Hundevad, PH43 stools 'Goldhøj', rosewood, cognac leather, Denmark, 1960s. This set of stools is designed and made by the Danish designer Poul Hundevad. The stools can be folded and are made of solid rosewood and high quality cognac leather that has aged beautifully over time. The inspiration for this design was drawn from oldest preserved piece of furniture in Scandinavia. Being a folding chair that can be seen at the National Museum in Copenhagen, and that was found in the burial mound at Vamdrup. This piece dates from approx. 1300 BC. Poul Hundevad (1917-2011) was trained as a carpenter and for a short while owned his own cabinet making company. Hundavad is known for designing furniture with historical references. Such as the burial stools mentioned above but he also has pieces that are inspired on ancient Egyptian thrones...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 15.36 in W 15.36 in D 18.9 in
Poul Hundevad Guldhoj Folding Stool, Wenge & Leather, Danish Design
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The iconic model 41 folding stool in beautifully aged Danish wenge new cognac brown saddle leather seat. The Guldhoj stool was designed as a replica of a Bronze Age artefact found in...
Leather, Wenge
Sold
H 14.38 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Folding stool ‘Guldhøj’ designed by Poul Hundevad Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Stockholm, SE
Folding stool ‘Guldhøj’ designed by Poul Hundevad Denmark, 1960s Rosewood and leather. H: 36.5 cm / 1' 2 3/8" W: 50 cm / 1' 7 11/16" D: 40 cm / 1' 3 3/4"
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 14 in W 19 in D 15.5 in
Pair of Poul Hundevad “Guldhoj” Teak Folding Stools for Vamdrup Stolefabrik
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of leather folding stools designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Stolefabrik, c.1950s, Denmark. The stools feature a solid teak fram...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 14.57 in W 15.75 in D 19.3 in
Poul Hundevad PH43 Guldhøj Stool in Teak and Black Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Stool model PH-43 designed by Poul Hundevad, Denmark in the 60's. Very good original vintage condition with beautiful crafted solid teak frame and leather with 70 years of pat...
Leather, Teak
Pair of Poul Hundevad Stools
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Cambridge, US
Denmark, ca. 1950s. A stunning and rare pair of Model 41 folding stools originally designed by Poul Hundevad (1917-2011) in 1948. Each features exceptionally carved teak frames with cognac leather seats. Referred to as the Goldhøj or Gold Hill stools...
Leather, Teak
Poul Hundevad “Guldhoj” Teak Folding Stool for Vamdrup Stolefabrik
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather folding stool designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Stolefabrik, c.1950s, Denmark. The stool features a solid teak frame and tan leather sling seat secured by wooden dowels. ...
Teak, Leather
Poul Hundevad Guldhoj Teak Folding Stool, 1948
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The iconic model 41 folding stool in beautifully aged Danish teak new cognac brown saddle leather seat. The Guldhoj stool was designed as a replica of a Bronze Age artefact found in ...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 13.5 in W 19 in D 16 in
Expertly Restored - Poul Hundevad “Gold Hill” Teak & Leather Folding Stool
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic “Gold Hill” folding stool designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Stolefabrik in Denmark circa 1950s. This beautiful Danish Modern stool is known to be inspired in a design date...
Leather, Teak
Poul Hundevad Guldhoj Folding Stool in Teak
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Dallas, TX
A teak and patinated leather "Guldhoj" folding stool by Poul Hundevad.
Leather, Teak
Poul Hundevad Guldhoj Folding Stool in Teak
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Dallas, TX
A teak and patinated leather "Guldhoj" folding stool by Poul Hundevad.
Leather, Teak
Poul Hundevad Guldhoj Folding Stool in Rosewood
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Dallas, TX
A rosewood and patinated leather "Guldhoj" folding stool by Poul Hundevad.
Leather, Rosewood