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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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Vintage Original Articulated Elephant Figurine by Kay Bojesen Denmark c 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Kay Bojesen elephant figurine in oak circa 1950s
Two available and priced individually
Articulating legs head and trunk
Signed to undersid...
Category
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. The Elephant was created in 1953 by Kay Bojesen and from the start handmade in his s...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
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, is a world-famous Classic for children and adults...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Oak
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Kay Bojesen Teak Bowl, Denmark, c.1960
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Kay Bojesen Teak Bowl, Denmark, c.1960. Beautiful original condition. We have seven bowls available. The listed price is for one bowl.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
$395 / item
Scandinavian Modern Kay Bojesen "Lise & Ole" Wooden Dolls, 1930s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and charming set of wooden dolls by Kay Bojensen from his own workshop. The dolls were designed in the 1930s and was named Lise (female) and Ole (male) as these were the most co...
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Serving Tray in Solid Teak by Kay Bojesen, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Lejre, DK
Serving tray in solid teak, designed by and made by Kay Bojesen. Great original condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Teak
