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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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Kay Bojesen Rolling Dog Stool in Beech, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Extremely rare Toddler Trolley, gogo baby balance cart/bike or alternatively plant stand or living room sculpture or even humorous entrance hall guard dog. It was designed and made i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bowl by Kay Bojesen, 1950s.
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bowl by Kay Bojesen, 1950s. Exquisite large and early handmade bowl in solid teak designed and manufactured by Kay Bojesen in his own workshop in Cope...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Teak

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 Animal Sculptures

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Teak

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.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Teak

Kay Bojesen Teak Bowl, Denmark, c.1960
$316 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Early Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant, Denmark, c.1955
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant, Denmark, c.1960.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Oak

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

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