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Vintage Kings Guardsman Wood Toy by Kay Bojesen, 1970s

About the Item

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 manufactured in Denmark during the 1970s.
  • Creator:
    Kay Bojesen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.67 in (22 cm)Diameter: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Wellkept and intact original order. Light ware and patina consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782222506712
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