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.
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
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
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
Danish Rosewood Sliding Door Cabinet by Poul Hundevad
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Danish Rosewood Sliding Door Cabinet by Poul Hundevad.
Rosewood
$2,895
H 29.5 in W 42.5 in D 17.25 in
Expertly Restored - Carlo Jensen Brazilian Rosewood Cabinet for Hundevad & Co.
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Rosewood, Birch
Arne Vodder for Sibast Danish Teak Tambour Door Stereo Cabinet
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A striking record and stereo console designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, crafted in rich teak and bearing the original Sibast Furniture and Danish Furnituremakers Con...
Teak
Tambour Door File Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century style rolling door cabinet with shallow drawers. Great for home or office storage. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Teak
$1,890
H 48.5 in W 40 in D 12.5 in
Mid century 1960's Danish rosewood bookcase - record cabinet - Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish rosewood bookcase - record cabinet attributed to Poul Hundevad. All shelves are adjustable, so could potentially accommodate two full rows of records. Go...
Rosewood
$2,495
H 66 in W 36 in D 15 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak 2 Piece Display Cabinet or Bookcase Made in Denmark
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern teak display cabinet, bookcase, or sideboard stamped “Made in Denmark” & comprised of 2 pieces. Upper display hutch w/double doors, gla...
Glass, Teak
$1,180
H 36.23 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century, Small Oak Cabinet with Glass Front, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
This is a mid-century small oak cabinet from the 1960s, crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker. The cabinet features a glass front with colored glass, allowing a view of the interior shelv...
Glass, Oak
$1,107
H 59.85 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Danish Teak Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door by Bjerringbro, 1960s.
By Bjerringbro Kontormøbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door by Bjerringbro, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern file cabinet with vertical sliding tambour front in teak made by Bjerring...
Teak
$1,200
H 36.5 in W 39.4 in D 19.6 in
Danish Rosewood Cabinet by Brouer Vintage Mid Century Modern Bar Cabinet 1960s
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful vintage Danish rosewood cabinet by Brouer is a refined example of classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern design. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, the cabinet showc...
Rosewood
$1,894
H 73.63 in W 47.25 in D 16.93 in
Gunni Omann Bookcase Model 5 In Rosewood For Poul Hundevad From 1960s
By Gunni Omann, Poul Hundevad
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
$2,565Sale Price|40% Off
H 26.25 in W 54.5 in D 16.75 in
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
$1,398
H 55.12 in W 33.47 in D 22.05 in
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Corner Cabinet / Bar Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Elegant Danish corner cabinet from the 1960s crafted in richly grained rosewood. Features beautiful leaded dark glass and generous storage space inside. A stylish and functional piec...
Rosewood
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
Rosewood Display Cabinet by Poul Hundevad, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Elegant display cabinet designed by Poul Hundevad in Denmark during the 1960s. Crafted in beautifully grained rosewood, the piece offers generous storage with glass doors ideal for b...
Rosewood
Outstanding Brazilian Rosewood Cabinet by Poul Hundevad / Denmark
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding Brazilian Rosewood Cabinet by Poul Hundevad / Denmark.. Hands down the best book-matched veneer I have seen. Two sliding doors, sculpted pulls.. maple /birch interior, wi...
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Sideboard / Cabinet by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made vintage Danish sideboard / cabinet by Poul Hundevad, dating from the 1960’s. It is of lovely quality, with beautiful grain patterns and a gorgeous colou...
Wood
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H 64.5 in W 54.5 in D 18.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Sliding Glass Door Hutch Cabinet Bookcase with Carved Pulls
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son, Poul Hundevad, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Teak Hutch by Poul Hundevad. This one-of-a-kind creation is a FMV original. We married the cabinet with a si...
Teak, Oak
Danish Teak Sideboard Media Cabinet Hutch Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fantastic Danish teak storage cabinet/ hutch by designer Poul Hundevad. This amazing vintage teak veneer storage cabinet/hutch features a two-piece hutch resting on a credenza base m...
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcase with Cabinet by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage danish teak bookcase features two piece design combining adjustable upper shelves with lower sliding door cabinet storage. Perfect array of storage options for dining room service, living room media storage...
Teak
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H 77.17 in W 27.56 in D 12.21 in
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This high bookcase was designed by Danish designer Poul Hundevad and manufactured by Poul Hundevad & Co. during the 1960s. It is finished with high-quality noble rosewood in a dark s...
Rosewood
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H 59.5 in W 54.5 in D 12.25 in
Rare Display Cabinet / Bookcase by Poul Hundevadin in Rosewood, Denmark, 1960's
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Deland, FL
As functional as it is visually captivating this exquisite display, designed by the renowned Poul Hundevad, is the epitome of functional art. Constructed of a mix of solid and veneer...
Rosewood
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H 59.45 in W 27.56 in D 12.21 in
1960s Poul Hundevad Palisander Upcycled Bookcase Cabinet, Denmark
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good/Very good original condition with minor signs of use - The iron hairpin legs were aded afterwards - stamped by producer.
Iron
Mid-Century Danish Reversible Rosewood Dining/Game Table, C.1960
By Poul Hundevad
Located in San Francisco, CA
About Contact us for more affordable shipping options: S16 Home San Francisco. An original Rosewood Danish reversible dining table or game table with two extensions for a dining ...
Walnut
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H 26.5 in W 54.5 in D 17 in
Danish Modern Teak Credenza Tambour Doors Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Carlo Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile tambour door teak credenza by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad. Made in the 1960s in Denmark, it features super thin vertical pulls running the length of the doors. The secon...
Teak