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Fine Wooden Carved Monkey, 1950s

$1,186.12
£884.30
€1,000
CA$1,628.95
A$1,823.12
CHF 951.95
MX$22,242.16
NOK 12,083.79
SEK 11,466.77
DKK 7,616.88
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About the Item

This is a very fine wooden carved monkey. It is likely an early work by renowned Danish designer, Kay Bojesen. It was probably created in the 1950s.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Aalsgaarde, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 13422-1J1stDibs: LU3735134447552

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