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What is the famous Danish wooden monkey?
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The famous Danish wooden monkey is a work by designer Kay Bojesen. He became world-famous for creating wooden toys that had a soulful presence and an impish sense of humor. With more than 2,000 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. Find a selection of Kay Bojesen pieces on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
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Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen Teak Bowl
By Finn Juhl, Kay Bojesen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Danish modern teak bowls designed by Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen, Denmark. Turned from a single piece of teak wood into an organic modern shape. Polished and clean, with origin...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Teak
$1,100 / item
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bowl by Kay Bojesen, 1950s.
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bowl by Kay Bojesen, 1950s.
Exquisite large and early handmade bowl in solid teak designed and manufactured by Kay Bojesen in his own workshop in Cope...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Kay Bojesen Guardsmen Soldier Royal Guard Figure 2 available
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful Royal Guard soldier, designed and manufactured by Kay Bojesen, Denmark. Originally designed in the 1950s, these date from the 1960s and are good vintage editions. Articul...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
Vintage Signed Largest Teak Articulated Monkey by Kay Bojesen, Denmark ca. 1952
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare Iconic vintage largest articulated monkey designed by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1952.
Teak and limba.
Articulated joints, head, arms, legs.
Can be hung by hands and feet on a shelf ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
$4,060 Sale Price
30% Off
Collection of Seven Danish Vikings by Hans Bolling and Bojesen
By Hans Bolling, Kay Bojesen
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This offer is for a collection of seven Danish vikings by Hans Bolling and Bojesen. The Vikings are made out of mix woods and real fur. They are from th...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$344 Sale Price / set
60% Off
Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Kay Bojesen articulating and jointed teak monkey. Bought from the original owner who had it in the early 1960s. Nice color and patina the cords are loosely sold AS/IS.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
$380 Sale Price
20% Off