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 Vintage Danish Teak Blanket Chest Storage Bench Kai Winding Poul Hundevad
By Kai Winding, Poul Hundevad
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
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
$1,634
H 46.86 in W 24.02 in D 17.33 in
1960s Poul Volther Teak Chest of Drawers by Munch Slagelse Mobler, Denmark
By Poul Volther
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished
Wood, Teak
$2,822
H 23.63 in W 47.25 in D 13.39 in
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, Bench with Chest of Drawers, Teak, Denmark
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen bench with movable chest of drawers on top. Made of partly solid teak. Made by Aksel Kjersgaard 1960s.
Teak
$3,822 / set
H 27.17 in W 25.6 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Danish Oak Rococo Chest of Drawers / Nightstands, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Rødding, DK
A pair of Danish oak chest of drawers in the Rococo revival manner, 1960s — in the style associated with Henning Kjærnulf and the Danish craft tradition of the period. Three drawers ...
Brass
$6,468
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Danish teak chest of drawers, 4 drawers by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent Scandinavian teak chest of drawers. Four large drawers; the top drawer is fitted with small teak shelves that serve as dividers (for cutlery, perhaps), as well as a small...
Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s, Denmark
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Beautiful vintage Danish mid century chest of drawers in warm teak veneer. This elegant chest features clean Scandinavian lines and stands on slim tapered legs, giving it a light and...
Teak
1960s Teak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished - Minor signs of use
Wood, Teak
$3,875
H 47.25 in W 32 in D 18 in
Danish Modern Teak Highboy / Chest of Drawers by Svend A. Madsen, 1960s
By Falster Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Designed by Danish designer Svend Age Madsen for Falster Mobelfabrik during the 1960s, this exceptional mid-century teak highboy embodies everything collectors admire about Scandinav...
Teak
1960's Danish Teak Vintage Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made Danish vintage teak chest of drawers. This was recently imported from Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is superb, it is a very practical s...
Teak
Vintage 1960s Teak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers, Denmark
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
A classic Danish tallboy chest from the 1960s, crafted in warm teak with a beautiful natural grain. The six spacious drawers are fitted with elegant curved solid teak handles that ar...
Teak
$999
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 12.21 in
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s.
By Henning Korch
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s. Low Scandinavian Mid-Century modern five drawer dresser Model 103 "Alabama". Designed by Danish architect Henning Ko...
Rosewood
1960 Chest of Drawers by Jiroutek, Czechoslovakia
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - Oak veneer with eight lacquered drawers. - Design by Jirí Jiroutek 1958 produced by Fa Interiér Praha Czechoslovakia. - The upper surface is glued bl...
Glass, Oak
Danish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Pine, Denmark, c. 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine chest of drawers or dresser, designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s.
Pine
Pair of Cabinets in Pine By Hundevad, Made in Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of rare cabinets in scandinavian pine. Designed and made by Hundevad in the 1960s. Great original condition.
Pine
Sold
H 29.53 in W 42.52 in D 16.93 in
Scandinavian Modern Sideboard in Oak Designed by Poul Hundevad, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lejre, DK
This sideboard is a beautiful and timeless Classic designed by Poul Hundevad in the 1960s and is still as modern today as it was then. The sideboard is made of solid oak and has a si...
Oak
Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Carlo Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish teak sideboard / cabinet designed in the 1950s by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad. This small cabinet features a bi-fold door on the left side which opens to reveal a single, a...
Teak
1960s Poul Hundevad Palisander Chest of Drawers, Denmark
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully Refurbished
Wood
Sideboard in Oak Designed by Poul Hundevad from the 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Lejre, DK
Sideboard in oak designed by Poul Hundevad from the 1960s. The item is in great vintage condition and we have two in stock. Measures: H 75 cm, W 108 cm and D 43 cm.
Oak
Sold
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 16.54 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chest or Drawer in Teak by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian chest or drawer in teak by Poul Hundevad.
Teak
Danish Midcentury Console Chest of Drawers, Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
A low Danish midcentury console chest of drawers by Poul Hundevad, circa 1960. Wonderful coloring and figuring.
Hardwood
Poul Hundevad Danish Midcentury Chest of Drawers
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
A practically sized double bank chest of drawers by Poul Hundevad, Denmark circa 1960. Classic midcentury Danish piece of furniture.
Hardwood
Sold
H 47.75 in W 35.5 in D 16.5 in
Tall Teak Dresser or Chest of Drawers by Poul Hundevad Danish Midcentury
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Danish teak high-boy dresser or chest of drawers in the style of Borge Mogensen made by Poul Hundevad and Co of Denmark in the 1960s. Highest build quality teak veneer back...
Teak
1960s Poul Hundevad Teak Chest of Drawers
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Praha, CZ
This commode features four drawers. The item was carefully restored.
Teak
Poul Hundevad Danish Modern Teak Bachelors Chest Dresser
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern Danish teak dresser by esteemed maker, Poul Hundevad. The unit features eight slim drawers and solid teak recessed handles. The dresser has an uncommon dimension. ...
Teak
1960s, Rosewood Side Table by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful side table designed by Poul Hundevad, Denmark. The side table is made of rosewood and has three drawers. It is in a very nice condition. Period 1960s Dimensions: H 45 c...
Rosewood