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Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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
Small Articulated Teak Bear Stamped Kay Bojeson
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Ferndale, MI
Kay Bojesen wooden bear from the early 1950s in teak . Stamped Kay Bojeson Denmark Copyright . Kay Bojesen from the start in 1932 hand made animal figure toys in his small Copenh...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Wood

Mid-century Kay Bojesen Medium Monkey
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Oakland, CA
Original Kay Bojesen wooden monkey, designed in 1951, Denmark. This iconic danish toy is sculpted from solid teak and limba wood, it showcases segmented limbs and movable head, arms,...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

Scandinavian Vintage Oak Rabbit by Kay Bojesen Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Vienna, AT
This Scandinavian Original vintage genuine wooden articulated Rabbit toy was Designed and produced by Kay Bojesen, Denmark 1950s. All four limbs are jointed...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Maple, Oak

Vintage Articulated Toy in Oak Elephant by Kay Bojesen, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
A real vintage classic - the elephant by Kay Bojesen. Made in Denmark. Early example from the second half of the 20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

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 ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

Early Original Bear by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950's
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Early Original Bear by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950's. This piece is stamped.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Oak Bear by Kaj Bojesen Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Vienna, AT
This Scandinavian Original vintage genuine Kay Bojesen wooden articulated Bear toy was designed and produced by Kay Bojesen, Denmark in the 1950s. This bea...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

Kay Bojesen Bear Early Edition 1950 Danish Design
By Kay Bojesen
Located in The Hague, NL
Original vintage genuine Kay Bojesen wooden articulated Bear toy. Designed and produced by Kay Bojesen, Denmark. This beautiful toy is in wonderful...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

Vintage Danish Kay Bojesen 1950s Wooden Oak Hippo Figurine Desk Pencil Holder
By Kay Bojesen
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen " The Hippopotamus" oak figurine. Kay designed in 1955 because he needed a device to store his pencils. This hippo desk accessory ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

Danish Oak Elephant by Kay Bojensen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Danish Oak Elephant by Kay Bojensen, articulating arms, legs and trunk. Excellent condition.
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Late 20th Century Danish Post-Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

Kay Bojesen Denmark Signed Teak Monkey
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Kay Bojesen 1886 - 1958 LARGE MONKEY Branded “KAY BOJESEN DENMARK COPYRIGHT” Teak, Limba. Mid 20th century. Approx: 17 1/2" in.(44 cm.) high. 16" in. ( 41 cm.) wide. Together wi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

1960s Medium Size Teak Ape Monkey by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Victoria, BC
The rare, larger version of the 1960s Teak Ape Monkey by Kay Bojesen is a true treasure for collectors and enthusiasts alike. This extraordinary wooden figurine represents the epitome of Danish design from the mid-20th century. Meticulously handcrafted with teak wood, this majestic monkey stands...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

Kay Bojesen, Toy or Decorative Sculpture, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in High Point, NC
A teak toy or animal sculpture designed by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950s. Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

Original Danish Kay Bojesen Toy Wagon "Family Trip", Colorful Beech Wood, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Kay Bojesen´s "Family Trip" is one of his most loved wooden toy designs. This set is original vintage. It consists of wagon and 4 family members: mother, father and two children. ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Wood, Beech, Paint

Wooden Firefighters Truck by Kay Bojesen, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Kiel, SH
Fire fighters truck by Kay Bojesen painted beech 1960s.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Wood

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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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

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.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

Articulated Mid-Century Danish Wooden Rabbit by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Antonio, TX
Original 1950's wooden oak rabbit designed by silversmith and designer Kay Bojesen. This adorable piece is in great overall condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

Vintage Lion in Natural Rope by Kay Bojesen & Jorgen Bloch, Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare example of the Danish toy-design-master Kay Bojesen work. This lion in braided natural rope was designed I collaboration between Jorgen Bloch and K...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Rope

Vintage Kay Bojesen Articulating Wood Toy Elephant
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chicago, IL
A early Vintage Kay Bojesen Articulating wood toy elephant. signed with early Denmark signature on foot. Appears to have a slender chipped area on th...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Danish 1950s Kay Bojesen Hippo Wooden Oak Desk Pencil Holder Figurine
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen designed the Hippopotamus in 1955 because he needed a device to store his pencil's. The hippo is made of oak and features an adjustable jaw allowing yo...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

1950s Oak Wood Teddy Bear Designed by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Antonio, TX
Mid-century wooden articulated teddy bear made of oak designed by Kay Bojesen and in great condition.
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Oak

Kay Bojesen and Jorgen Bloch Lion in Natural Rope, Denmark 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare example of the Danish toy-design-master Kay Bojesen work. This lion in braided natural rope was designed I collaboration between Jorgen Bloch and K...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Rope

Kay Bojeson Laurids Lonborg Hand Painted Stout Guardsman Figure
By Kay Bojesen, Laurids Lonborg
Located in Ferndale, MI
Kay Bojeson guardsman figure. Hand painted white red with black feet. Sold by Laurids Lonborg Denmark retains original label. Completely original condition with little to no wear.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Teak

Giant-Sized King's Guardsman by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A very rare and monumental giant-sized model of the Royal Danish King's Guardsman hand crafted in wood having movable arms and legs and retaining its ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kay Bojesen Sculptures

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Wood

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By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
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Danish Modern Teak & Wood Sheep Sculpture
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
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By Kay Bojesen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
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Original Kay Bojesen Monkey Monkey size Small
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H 7.88 in W 6.3 in D 2.37 in
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Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
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Kay Bojesen sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Kay Bojesen sculptures 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 sculptures, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Kay Bojesen were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Knud Kyhn, Rörstrand, and Royal Copenhagen. Prices for Kay Bojesen sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $274 and can go as high as $25,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $588.
Questions About Kay Bojesen Sculptures
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kay 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.

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