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.
Folding Tray Table in Oak and Leather by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
Folding tray table in oak and leather. By Poul Hundevad for Domus Danica, Denmark 1950s. Excellent original condition. Dimensions: H:61 x W:67 x D:82 cm.
Leather, Oak
Midcentury Danish Low Table in Solid Rosewood by Hundevad, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant low table in solid rosewood by cabinetmaker Hundevad. Made in Denmark 1960s, Great original condition.
Rosewood
$2,576 / set
H 17.72 in W 24.81 in D 16.93 in
Danish Modern Side Tables in Rosewood and Glass, 1960s. Set of 2.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Side Tables in Rosewood and Glass, 1960s. Set of 2. Elegant and stylish pair of Danish Mid-Century modern sidetables made in Denmark in ...
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
Vintage Danish Rosewood Coffee Table by Severin Hansen, 1960s
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Rosewood Coffee table by Severin Hansen, 1960s Elegant and stylish mid-century modern table by Danish designer Sev...
Rosewood
Side Table Made In Rosewood Of Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The side table crafted from rosewood and showcasing Danish design from the 1960s is a striking example of mid-century modern elegance. Rosewood, prized for its rich hues and distin...
Rosewood
Severin Hansen, Side Tables, Rosewood, Denmark, 1960s
By Severin Hansen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rosewood side tables designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev, Denmark, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Signs of fading to table tops as illustrated....
Rosewood
Scandinavian Nesting Tables in Rosewood 1960s Danish
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Danish nesting table from the 1960s in rosewood.
Rosewood
1960s Rolling Side Table Rosewood & Chrome Denmark
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Denmark Modern Rectangular Side Table Rosewood & Chrome Casters Single recessed rosewood drawer. Unmarked. Style of Milo Baughman ...
Chrome
Moroccan Folding Tray Table in Brass and wood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Traditional Moroccan Folding Tray Table, Brass, Wood, Morocco, 1940s-1950s. This moorish brass tray table features a round brass tray...
Brass
Midcentury Modern Side/Tray Table in Teak Sweden 1960s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This neath teak tray table made in teak was made in Sweden during the early 1960s. The tray in nicely looking teak and removable. Good vintage condition with some wear and pati...
Teak
$5,991 / item
H 17.72 in W 28.75 in D 15.75 in
Contemporary Brutalist Style Small Table #9 in Solid Oak and Linseed Oil
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Small table made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) Measures: 45 x 73 x 40 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authenti...
Oak
Severin Hansen, Side Tables, Rosewood, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rosewood side tables designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev, Denmark, c. 1960s. Variance to wood tone and grain of each table as observable in photos.
Rosewood
$6,111 / item
H 19.69 in W 48.43 in D 17.72 in
Contemporary Brutalist Style Small Table #5 in Solid Oak and Linseed Oil
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Small table made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) Measures: 50 x 123 x 45 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects...
Oak
$8,388 / item
H 19.69 in W 48.43 in D 17.72 in
Contemporary Brutalist Style Small Table #6 in Solid Oak and Linseed Oil
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Small table made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) Measures: 50 x 123 x 45 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authent...
Oak
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H 24.02 in W 16.93 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century side table serving trolley tea trolley Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful serving trolley from Bernstorffsminde Møbelfabrik from the 1960s for sale. The design is by Poul Hundevad and impresses with its timeless elegance and the...
Teak
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H 22.84 in W 29.53 in D 20.28 in
Poul Hundevad Fully Restored Multi Functional Danish Modular Rosewood Bar Table
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Poul Hundevad Danish modular two-tiered rosewood bar cart The flexible bar table features a unique combination of organic shapes, excellent craftsmanship and a very flexible d...
Rosewood
(2) Poul Hundevad Brass Tray Top Side Tables
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Norwalk, CT
A fabulous matched pair of Danish mid-century side tables, one in lighter oak wood, one in slightly darker teak, both with pierced galleried brass tray tops, designed by Poul Hundeva...
Brass
Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table by Poul Hundevad for Fabian
By Poul Hundevad, Fabian Denmark 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rosewood square top side table designed by Poul Hundevad for Fabian (ca. 1960s, Denmark). Exquisite rosewood grain and rich color. Very good, con...
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Rosewood Round Occasional Side Table by Poul Hundevad
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern round end table in rosewood designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Denmark. This occasional table features stunning rosewood grains and a unique black ...
Brass
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H 19.25 in Dm 15 in
1960s Poul Hundevad Practical Teak Folding Round Side Tables Scandinavian Modern
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration: Pair of round side tables Scandinavian Modern Denmark circa 1960s by Danish designer Poul Hundevad. Teak wood with birch legs. Measures: 19.25 height x 15 ...
Birch, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Side Table by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Fabian Denmark 1
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming side table was designed by Poul Hundevad for Fabian Denmark in the 1960s. The table is made from teakwood and is in very good slightly restored condition. A really v...
Teak
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H 18.12 in Dm 14.18 in
Scandinavian Circular Teak Side Table with Metal Tray Top by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Vienna, AT
Splendid 1960s teak side or tray or tobacco table designer by Poul Hundevad. Solid teak frame assembled with a few brass screws and topped with a removable metal tray Very charming...
Aluminum
Poul Hundevad End Table. Hobby Table.
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
Incredibly sharp Modernist design by Poul Hundevad. Produced in Denmark circa 1960. Beautiful wood. Compartmented interior drawer with slide-out Basket underneath. An absolutely wond...
Hardwood
Poul Hundevad Teak Nesting Folding Side Tables
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4, teak, nesting tables designed by Poul Hundevad for Novy Domov features 3 folded, round side tables, measuring 15 inches diameter x 19 inches height, tucked underneath the t...
Teak
Poul Hundevad Rosewood Side Table for Vamdrup Stolefabrik
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Side table designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Stolefabrik in Denmark circa 1950’s. This elegant side table is made of rosewood featuring a double “X” base and a round top with a r...
Brass
1950s Palisander Side Table by Poul Hundevad
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of side tables designed by Poul Hundevad. Produced in Denmark during the 1950s by Vamdrup. Solid palisander table stands with thick round glass table tops. Excellent vintage con...
Glass, Palisander