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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

Kay Bojensen Teak Monkey
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original Kay Bojesen Teak Monkey, with new rubber joints installed so this guy is ready to go for the next 60 years! Signed on bottom of foot. Nice patina to the wood! Bought from...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls

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Teak

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 Oak Elephant Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Kay Bojesen oak elephant signed, Denmark, 1960s. Complete with moveable parts. Very good original condition. Signed on the feet: Bojesen Made in Denmark. Bojesen is primarily known f...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Oak

Kay Bojesen Vintage Articulated Wooden Monkey, 1970s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wooden monkey designed by Kay Bojesen in 1951. Its made from solid teak and limba wood. It features articulated limbs, removable head and moveable arms and legs. This example was man...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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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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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Teak

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