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What is the famous Danish wooden monkey?

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What is the famous Danish wooden monkey?
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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Monumental Royal Danish Guardsman with Flag by Kay Bojesen — 168 cm (66.1 in)
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Weesp, NL
Monumental Royal Danish Guardsman with Flag by Kay Bojesen — 168 cm (66.1 in), 1950s A very rare XL model of the Royal Danish King’s Guardsman designed by Kay Bojesen in the 1950s. ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Fabric, Wood

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...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

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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...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bowl, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Asaa, DK
Beautiful organically shaped solid teak bowl made by Kay Bojesen in mint condition.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Teak

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

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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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Wood

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