Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Danish, 1886-1958
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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Creator: Kay Bojesen
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.
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen Teak Bowl
By Kay Bojesen, Finn Juhl
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 Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Vintage Kay Bojesen Beech Nutcracker and Bowl
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare Hand-finished beech nutcracker designed and made by Kay Bojesen during the early to mid 1930s. Great original patina and humorous/cartoon'ish details like neck rolls, circular glasses and a bend nose. Everything synonymous with the attributes of the Primeminister Thorvald Stauning who's face the nutcracker...
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1930s Danish Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Beech, Oak
Vintage Danish Nutcracker and Bowl by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare hand-finished beech nutcracker designed and made by Kay Bojesen during the early to mid 1930s. Great original patina that really highlights the rather cartoon'ish details like neck rolls, circular glasses and a bend nose. Everything synonymous with the attributes of the Danish Primeminister Thorvald Stauning (1924-26 & 1929-42) who's face the nutcracker...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Beech, Teak
Kay Bojesen Kitchenware "Plat de Menage" in Bangkok Teakwood, Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare complete set of "Plat de menage" tableware made at Kay Bojesens workshop in Copenhagen, Denmark in the 1960s. All items are designed by Kay Bojesen and were handmade form t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Tray and dessert holder Attr. Peter Hvidt, Branded Denmark
By Peter Hvidt, Kay Bojesen
Located in Milano, IT
A refined set with Scandinavian charm, attributed to the creative genius of Peter Hvidt and originating in 1960s Denmark, this piece embodies the timeless elegance of Nordic design....
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1960s Danish Organic Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Plexiglass, Wood
1950s Danish Teak Salad Bowl by Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen
By Finn Juhl, Magne Monsen, Kay Bojesen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A modern design Classic - lathe turned teak salad bowl in the largest size, design by Finn Juhl crafted by Magne Monsen for Kay Bojesen.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Kay Bojesen 3 Piece Teak Condiment Set
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kay Bojesen 3 piece teak condiment set. Known for his articulated Jointed Monkey, Bojesen alson produced some outstanding Danish designs for dining as well! Turned from teak this set...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Glass, Teak
Set of Three Teak and Limba Wood Figure by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three teak and limba wood monkey figure with movable arms and legs. Made and marked by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, Copyright.
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Early Mid Century Modern Table Crumber
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An early Mid-Century Modern period silent butler or table crumber by Kay Bojesen (Denmark, 1886-1958). Teak. Danish copyright. Marked fully on tray base....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Danish Modern Solid Teak Serving Plate by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
A Danish modern solid teak serving plate by Kay Bojesen, circa 1950s. The plate is in good vintage condition and measures 10.75"D x 1"H. It is sig...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Teak
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.
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Teak
Vintage Primeminister Stauning Beech Nutcracker Kay Bojesen, 1930s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare Hand-finished beech nutcracker designed and made by Kay Bojesen during the early to mid 1930s. Great original patina and humorous/cartoon'ish details like the neck rolls, circ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Beech
Vintage Lunch Knives by Kay Bojesen for USC Copenhagen, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 8 stainless steel and black resin dinner/lunch knives. Designed by Kay Bojesen and manufactured by United Steel Company in Denmark during the 1950s. During this period KB wo...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stainless Steel
Vintage Kay Bojesen Bamboo Roast Serving Set, USC, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Japanese inspired roast set in stainless steel and bamboo. Designed by Kay Bojesen and manufactured by USC in Denmark during the late 1960s. This set comes in its original box from...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Bamboo
1950s Kay Bojesen Danish Teak Dust Bin Crumb Sweeper Set
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Kay Bojesen. Sweeper kit consisting of a sweeping tray and a brush of wood. Wonderful early impressed marks; k.b. eneret, translating kb exclusive, and Kay Bojesen paper label.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Teak
Kay Bojesen Sterling Silver Grand Prix Curved Butter Knife
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver curved butter knife in the Grand Prix pattern, designed by Kay Bojesen in 1938.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Modern
Hallmarks: Marked ...
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20th Century Modern Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Sterling Silver
Kay Bojesen Sterling Silver Grand Prix Grapefruit Spoon
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Vintage Georg Jensen sterling silver iced tea spoon, item #078 in the Acorn Pattern, design #62 by Johan Rohde from 1915.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: A...
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20th Century Modern Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Sterling Silver
Kay Bojesen Sterling Silver Grand Prix Lunch/Salad Fork
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver lunch/salad fork in the Grand Prix pattern, designed by Kay Bojesen in 1938.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Modern
Hallmarks: Marked wit...
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20th Century Modern Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Sterling Silver
Cork Screw, Wood and Metal, Kay Bojesen, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Vienna, AT
A cork screw by Kay Bojesen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Kay Bojesen Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Metal
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Kay Bojesen serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Kay Bojesen serveware, ceramics, silver and glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Kay Bojesen serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Kay Bojesen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Herbert Krenchel, Knud Kyhn, and Michael Bang. Prices for Kay Bojesen serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $127 and can go as high as $2,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $401.
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- Where is Kay Bojesen made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Kay Bojesen wooden toys and figures are made in Denmark, and have been since 1930. The founding designer Kay Bojesen was born in Copenhagen in 1886, and the company Kay Bojesen was sold in 1990 to the design house Rosendahl, which is also based in Denmark. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Kay Bojesen figurines.