Bojesen Elephant
Articulated Toy Elephant by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Articulated toy elephant by Kay Bojesen, circa 1990s. #1469
Kay Bojesen's elephant, born in 1953
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Oak
Kay Bojesen 1950s Oak Elephant
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Early elephant designed by Kay Bojesen in 1953. Its made from solid oak and features articulated
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Oak
Vintage Kay Bojesen Articulating Wood Toy Elephant
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chicago, IL
A early Vintage Kay Bojesen Articulating wood toy elephant. signed with early Denmark signature on
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Kay Bojesen, Vintage Articulated Oak Elephant, designed 1953, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
We are pleased to offer three vintage examples of the wooden elephant toy that was designed by Kay
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Vintage Articulated Toy in Oak Elephant by Kay Bojesen, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
A real vintage classic - the elephant by Kay Bojesen. Made in Denmark.
Early example from the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Kay Bojesen Early Handmade Wooden Oak Elephant Children's Toy, 1950s, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Kay Bojesen wooden toy elephant from the early 1950s in patinated oak with an amazing grain
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
H 5.12 in W 5.91 in D 3.15 in
Danish Oak Elephant by Kay Bojensen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Danish Oak Elephant by Kay Bojensen, articulating arms, legs and trunk. Excellent condition.
Category
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Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Movable Elephant Made of Rope and Iron Wire by Jørgen Bloch
By Jorgen Bloch
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Bojesen. He also designed animal figurines, mostly in wood.
This elephant will look extremely good in a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wire
H 7.49 in W 2.37 in D 7.88 in
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By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
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Kay Bojesen, Toy or Decorative Sculpture, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in High Point, NC
A teak toy or animal sculpture designed by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950s.
Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish 1950s Kay Bojesen Hippo Wooden Oak Desk Pencil Holder Figurine
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen designed the Hippopotamus in 1955 because he needed a device to store his pencil's. The hippo is made of oak and features an adjustable jaw allowing yo...
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H 5.3 in W 10.6 in D 2.4 in
Vintage Dump Truck by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large dump truck with two men and a cargo consisting of seven blocks of lacquered beech. Designed and manufactured by Kay Bojesen in Denmark in the 1950s. The truck is stamped to the...
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Vintage Kings Guardsman Wood Toy by Kay Bojesen, 1970s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wooden kings guardsman in lacquered beech. It was designed by Kay Bojesen in 1942. It features movable head, arms and legs and it still has it original riffle. This example was manuf...
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Collection of (3) American Eskimo Children's Toys Two of Which are Identified
Located in Chicago, IL
Collection of (3) Native American Eskimo Toys. The kayaker in the middle is signed, "Andre Boucher", who was flat-plane woodcarver – trained at Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec. He was k...
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H 6 in W 17.25 in D 5 in
Kay Bojesen, Early Horse Figurine in Beech, Denmark, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Measurement and info:
Type: Wooden horse toy/figure.
Material: Beech.
Color: Beech with natural patina and aging.
Design/maker: Kay Bojesen.
Origin: Denmark.
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Pair of Articulated Toys / Rabbit & Bear in Pale Oak by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of articulated toys; both a rabbit and a bear by Kay Bojesen, circa 1990s. #2036
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1960s Set of 12 Wood Toy MONKEYS Danish Kay Bojesen Era Jointed Teak & Oak
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Set of 12 Wood Toy MONKEYS Danish Kay Bojesen Era Jointed Teak & Oak
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Some have labels remaining.
5 large 5 medium ...
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By Schoenhut
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Kay Bojesen Elephant
By Kay Bojesen
Located in New York, NY
Kay Bojesen carved oak elephant with good patina.
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Located in New York, NY
Two early Kay Bojesen carved oak elephants with beautiful patina.
Category
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Materials
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Kay Bojesen Elephant in Oak
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kay Bojesen (1886-1958) elephant in oak.
Stamped Kay Bojesen, Denmark copyright.
Designed in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Toys and Dolls
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By Kay Bojesen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An original wooden elephant figurine by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, circa 1960s. The figurine consists of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Kay Bojesen Wooden Elephant Figurine
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An original wooden elephant figurine by Kay Bojesen. Denmark, c.1960s. The figurine consists of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant Signed, Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in New York, NY
Kay Bojesen oak elephant signed, Denmark, 1960s. Complete with moveable parts. Very good original
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Early Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant from Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Munster, NRW
Solid oak elephant, with moveable trunk and legs. Marked on bottom of foot,
Kay Bojesen, Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Pair of Vintage Elephants by Kay Bojesen, Matching Patina, Denmark, circa 1970
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of patinated oak elephants designed by Kay Bojesen in 1953. They are made from solid Danish
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
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H 5.2 in W 6 in D 3.2 in
Monkey Teak Sculpture by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
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in magnificent journeys.
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By Kay Bojesen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Elephant in oak Kay Bojesen . Production 1960s.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Animal Sculptures
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Original 1960s Vintage Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant Danish
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Original vintage Kay Bojesen elephant
A wonderful vintage elephant designed and produced by Kay
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Oak
Articulated Toy Elephant by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Articulated toy elephant by Kay Bojesen, circa 1990s.
Kay Bojesen's elephant, born in 1953, is a
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls
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Oak
Early Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Early Kay Bojesen oak elephant from Denmark. This piece is marked to the bottom of the foot.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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By Kay Bojesen
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The Classic oak elephant with movable legs and trunk.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
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Oak
Early Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant from Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Munich, DE
Kay Bojesen oak elephant signed, Denmark, 1960s. Complete with moveable parts. Very good original
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Vintage Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant from Around the 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Lejre, DK
Vintage Kay Bojesen oak elephant from around the 1960s. Very good original condition.
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Oak
Kay Bojesen, Denmark, Elephant in Oak, Danish Design, 20th-21st Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kay Bojesen, Denmark. The elephant in oak. Danish design, 20th-21st century.
Measures: 12.6 x 16.6
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys
Materials
Wood
H 2.37 in W 4.73 in D 1.97 in
Articulated Oak Elephant by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid oak elephant, with moveable trunk and legs. Marked on bottom of foot,
Kay Bojesen, Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Toys and Dolls
Oak Elephant by Kay Bojesen, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Kobenhavn S, DK
Early original elephant in oak. Manufactured by Kay Bojesen, 1960s.
We ship this item worldwide
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Vintage 1960s Danish Toys and Dolls
Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant Figure, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This delightful Danish modern 1950s solid oak elephant figure was designed by Kay Bojesen in the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Oak
Articulated Oak Elephant Sculpture by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Long Beach, CA
Articulated Oak Elephant Sculpture by Kay Bojesen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Wooden Dolls Kay Bojesen, Denmark, circa 1950-1960
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Mexico City, Cuauhtemoc
important influences on Danish and, indeed, Scandinavian design.
Bojesen's most celebrated pieces are
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
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Bojesen Elephant For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal bojesen elephant for your home. A bojesen elephant — often made from wood and oak — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a bojesen elephant — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each bojesen elephant bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bojesen elephant over the years, but those crafted by Kay Bojesen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Bojesen Elephant?
Prices for a bojesen elephant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $300 and can go as high as $2,400, while the average can fetch as much as $710.
Kay Bojesen for sale on 1stDibs
Silversmith and designer Kay Bojesen became world-famous for creating wooden toys that had a soul and an impish sense of humor. With more than 2000 pieces to his name, he was one of Denmark's most prolific artisans in the 20th century. He is best known for his playful and cheerful monkeys, royal lifeguards and other wooden toys, but his repertoire of products also includes jewelry, cutlery, teapots and silver goblets. Kay Bojesen graduated as a silversmith in 1910 after completing his apprenticeship with silversmith Georg Jensen. As one of the first Danish artisans to do so, he embraced functionalism. He was among the pioneers who organized Den Permanente association – a cooperative of artists that included a shop and exhibition space, which over the decades came to represent the best in Danish and Scandinavian design. The year 1919 became the start of a New Era for Kay Bojesen. His son Otto was born and this life event sparked Kay Bojesen's imagination. In the 1930s, he started to indulge his interest in wood. He created a range of wooden toys that all lived up to his ideal that design should be round, soft and have a good feel to it. His idea was not to create lifelike copies of real animals or to be too sophisticated or focus too much on detail, but instead to create imaginative toys in designs based on a child's world where “lines need to smile”. With this basic philosophy in mind, Kay Bojesen created his beloved wooden toys that appeal to the child within us all. Kay Bojesen retained his childish curiosity till the end and left an important design heritage behind.
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