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.
Pair of "Poul Hundevad" Wood Bookshelves, Denmark 1960s Cabinetmaker mid-century
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This stunning and rare pair of 1960s Danish Modern double bookcases, designed by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co., showcases the pinnacle of mid-century Scandinavian craftsmanship. ...
Wood
Mid Century Modern Poul Hundevad Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage Danish Rosewood Two Door Locking Credenza Sideboard by Poul Hundevad Denmark (c.1970’s). A great functional piece with stunning rosewood case...
Rosewood
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Poul Hundevad Scandinavian Dark Wood Bookcase for Hundevad Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Hundevad & Co., Poul Hundevad
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design darkwood bookcase designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad Møbelfabrik in the 1960s, variable ...
Wood
Mid-Century Rosewood Double Bookcase by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century double bookcase made from rosewood by Poul Hundevad and manufactured in Denmark, circa 1960s. Tall double bookcase design featuring ten total shelves. Eight shelves are...
Wood, Rosewood
1960s Vintage Danish Teak Blanket Chest Storage Bench Kai Winding Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Kai Winding
Located in Wesseling, DE
Beautiful vintage Danish blanket chest from the 1960s designed by Kai Winding for Poul Hundevad. Sculptural Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design crafted from warm teak wood with be...
Teak
Mid-Century Rosewood Credenza by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century credenza by Poul Hundevad, Denmark circa 1960s. A smaller scale credenza perfect for compact spaces. Crafted from rosewood which has a deep brown color and incredible wo...
Wood, Rosewood
1960s 1970s Rosewood Sideboard by Poul Hundevad Danish Design Denmark
By Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s 1970s Rosewood Sideboard by Poul Hundevad Danish Design Denmark Object: Sideboard Manufacturer: Poul Hundevad Condition: Good Age: Circa 1960-1970 Dimensions: Width = 216...
Rosewood
Danish Rosewood 8 Drawer Dresser Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Fraser, MI
Rosewood 8 Drawer Chest. Made in Denmark. Designed by Poul Hundevad
Birch, Rosewood
Mid Century Poul Hundevad Teak Danish Tambour Door Dresser
By Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a fabulous midcentury modern, Danish tambour door credenza by Carlo Jensen Hundevad & Co., Denmark 1960. This rare storage credenza/ dresser features two sliding tambour door...
Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Glass Front Display Cabinet Bookcase By Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Danish Mid-Century Modern rosewood display cabinet bookcase was designed by Poul Hundevad circa 1960s. The cabinet features Hundevad's characteristic clean lines in Brazilian ro...
Steel
Gunni Omann Bookcase Model 5 In Rosewood For Poul Hundevad From 1960s
By Poul Hundevad, Gunni Omann
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase, model 5, designed by Gunni Omann and produced by Poul Hundevad in Denmark during the 1960s. The piece is crafted in rosewood and reflects the clean lines and functional des...
Rosewood
Mid century danish cabinet by Poul Hundevad, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Solid teak cabinet designed by Poul Hundevad. Beautiful mid century piece with two sliding doors revealing lots of shelves 1960s - Denmark Very good condition Dimensions: Height:...
Teak
Danish Rosewood Bookcase by Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
eautiful Danish mid-century bookcase made of rich rosewood by Hundevad. This elegant piece features a clean and timeless Scandinavian design with warm tones and stunning natural wood...
Rosewood
PAIR OF LARGE MID CENTURY MODERN POUL HUNDEVAD 1960's DANISH TEAK OPEN BOOKCASES
By Poul Hundevad
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this stunning pair of original, fully stamped Poul Hundevad mid century modern Danish Teak circa 1960 open librar...
Teak
Stunning Poul Hundevad Rosewood Secretary Cabinet , Denmark
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Buffalo, NY
Danish modern, two piece, book matched rosewood, bookcase secretary cabinet by Poul Hundevad ... Birch wood interior,,, features a 26 inch height bottom cabinet with sliding doors, a...
Birch, Rosewood
Carlo Jensen Poul Hundevad Danish Rosewood Bookcases, Pair Available
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in Miami, FL
Carlo Jensen Poul Hundevad Danish Rosewood Bookcases, Pair Available Offered for sale individually are 2 Danish Modern rosewood bookcases by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad and Hunde...
Rosewood
Rosewood secretary or bar cabinet by Poul Hundevad, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This Scandinavian rosewood secretary or bar cabinet is designed by Poul Hundevad. It was made in Denmark in the 1960s. This vintage storage unit is in two parts. The lower section op...
Wood
Poul Hundevad Rosewood Secretary Cabinet
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern, two piece, rosewood, bookcase secretary cabinet by Poul Hundevad features a 26 inch height bottom cabinet with sliding doors, adjustable shelves and green felt lined, ...
Rosewood
Danish Modern Poul Hundevad Rosewood Dresser Sideboard / Edward Wormley Dunbar
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Chicago, IL
Eight drawer dresser or sideboard or credenza by Poul Hundevad (Signed) in a beautiful rosewood. bookmatched drawer faces. Insert handles. In the manne...
Rosewood
Large Danish Modern Mid century Rosewood Wall Floor Bookcase shelf unit
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful simple Danish modern mid century rosewood large Tall wall floor bookcase on plinth rosewood base. Has 12 adjustable shelves. Amazing Rosewood grain! In great vintage condit...
Rosewood
Refinished Poul Hundevad Danish Teak Expanding Bar Cart from the 1960s
By Dyrlund, Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Dynamic, versatile, “the life of the party,” we’re not talking about you. Or are we? This Poul Hundevad Danish teak serving cart is more than meets the eye. Compact and unassuming un...
Teak
1960s Display Cabinet by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Victoria, BC
This display cabinet was designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad & Co in Denmark during the 1960s. It is crafted in rosewood, with a clean architectural form defined by it...
Wood
Poul Hundevad Danish Mid-Century Teak Bookcase Cabinet.
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This substantial two-part mid-century modern cabinet is a superb example of Danish cabinetmaking from the 1960s. Constructed from select teak wood, it features a lower two-door cabin...
Teak
Danish Modern Oak Wall Cabinet by Poul Hundevad, Denmark 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
This Danish Modern wall cabinet by Poul Hundevad embodies the clarity and functional elegance that define Scandinavian design of the 1960s. Designed with a strong emphasis on practic...
Wood, Oak
Pair of Vintage Danish Rosewood Sideboards by Poul Hundevad - Hundevad &Co 1960s
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
We are proud to offer these two stunning Rosewood sideboards as a matched pair. These mid-century Danish low cabinets were designed by the esteemed Poul Hundevad, whose work is highl...
Rosewood, Teak
Unusual Rosewood Bookcase/Secretary Cabinet by Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
By Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Rosewood Bookcase/Secretary Cabinet by Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad. Amazing scale, proportions . Great storage. Stunning book-match rosewood graining. 8 doors with shelves b...
Rosewood
1960’s Danish palisander double chest of drawers by Hu
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1960's Danish made palisander chest of drawers. Beautiful 1960s chest of drawers designed by Poul Hundevad for Hu. In Denmark danish control. 4 graduating drawers on each side. Ba...
Palisander
1960s Tambour door Cabinet by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad and Co
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Victoria, BC
This cabinet was designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad & Co in Denmark during the 1960s. It is crafted in rosewood, with a compact and well-proportioned form defined by ...
Wood
1970s Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad Danish Rosewood Cabinet with Bookcase Hutch
By Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1970s Danish Rosewood Cabinet with a coordinating Bookcase Hutch by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad. The top and sides of the piece feature a rich rosewood veneer exterior. ...
Steel
Original Poul Hundevad Midcentury Schrank Bücherregal Teak 1960
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Midcentury Bücherregal von Poul Hundevad aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Möbel wurde professionell aufgearbeitet und besteht aus zwei Teilen, d...
Teak