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Monkeys

The Kay Bojesen monkey is is a high-quality piece of craftsmanship that accompanies us from child to adult at every stage of our lives, and is also an incredibly popular gift for those you love. And with this cute figure, you don't just get classic Danish design from 1951. 

You also get a unique Monkey from Kay Bojesen. No two of them are alike. And when the popular figure is allowed to hang out – as it does in many homes – the different nuances in the wood change and give the already unique Kay Bojesen Monkey even more personality. Over time, the affects of light and air will change any colour nuances in the wood to a more uniform, warm golden brown tone.

The monkey is available in small, medium and large versions. Common to them all is that they are original wood creations. Kay Bojesen always gave his wooden figures a special soul. Each one also got its own story, and with their smiling lines, unique shapes and vibrant wood they have survived many generations. According to Kay Bojesen, wood only comes to life when it has a story.

The monkey is also available in a Reworked anniversary edition, which is a special edition of the iconic Monkey made form residual wood. The anniversary monkey is both a celebration and a standpoint. In 2021 in marked the 70th anniversary of Kay Bojesen cutting the first smiling lines into the classic Monkey. And a standpoint because the Anniversary Monkey was born out of a principle of responsibility in craftsmanship and design. 

As the new family member is made from residual wood, there may be variations in wood types, such as teak, walnut, oak, ash, maple, limba and mahogany. We cannot guarantee which woods each of the Anniversary Monkeys are produced from. This depends on the availability of residual wood. But we can guarantee that each Anniversary Monkey will be even more unique than the original classic if possible. 

The process of processing the Anniversary Monkey is considerably more demanding than the well-known Monkey in teak and limba, which is turned out of one piece of wood and, like its original siblings in the monkey family, is produced in a high quality and with great craftsmanship. Many pieces of wood need to be adapted and put together, and this places high demands on both the craftsmanship and the quality of the wood. 

The re-worked Monkey is based on the principle of upcycling, and the ambition is to use the resources that would otherwise have been wasted. In this way, the Reworked Monkey gives new life to wood and can be displayed - or hung - as a responsible ambassador for a new and modern interpretation of the original wooden stories of which Kay Bojesen was a true master. The result is a Monkey that, through craftsmanship and design, unites heritage, wood types and shades – a true collector’s item with its own unique expression and story. The special edition has a 70th anniversary stamp on the paw and comes in a limited edition in a special wooden anniversary box. 

The famous Kay Bojesen Monkey was actually created when Kay Bojesen wanted to make a hook for his children, but instead he ended up making a world-famous Danish design icon. Since then, the monkey has come in several different sizes and versions, and the many much-loved members of the monkey herd continue to find their way onto countless wish lists and gift tables around the world.

Monkey

Kay Bojesen Denmark

Figures

Interior

Wooden figurines

Wood

This product is a historical toy reproduction appropriate for collectors over the age of 14. 
Solid and painted wood cannot tolerate direct sunlight or direct heat, e.g. from a wood-burning stove or being positioned too close to a radiator. This could discolour and dry out the wood, causing cracks.  For oiled, wooden products, please note that from the start, excess oil from production can rub off on surfaces and stain them. As time goes by, the excess oil will work its way into the wood. In the meantime, consider the possibility of stained surfaces when deciding where to place your new treasure! Applying oil will give the wood a glow, and the colour will become darker, with a deeper tone.

x Nørgaard paa Strøget Monkey small

39335 x Nørgaard paa Strøget Monkey small Kay Bojesen Monkey Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Monkeys Monkey Wooden figurines

Monkey mini

Monkey small

Monkey medium

Reworked Anniversary Monkey small

Monkey large

Reworked Anniversary Monkey medium

Reworked Monkey mini

x Nørgaard paa Strøget Monkey medium

x Nørgaard paa Strøget Monkey large

x DBU Man Monkey 2024 large

x DBU Man Monkey 2024 medium

x DBU Man Monkey 2024 small

x DBU Man Monkey 2024 mini

x DBU Woman Monkey 2024 large

x DBU Woman Monkey 2024 medium

x DBU Woman Monkey 2024 small

x DBU Woman Monkey 2024 mini

Christmas Jumper Monkey 2024 small

Christmas Jumper Monkey 2024 mini

x DBU 86 Away Monkey mini

x DBU 86 Away Monkey small

Songbirds

Birds

Special

No measures

Liv & Lykke 1 pair

39804 Liv & Lykke 1 pair Kay Bojesen Birds Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Birds No measures Special

Hippos

Other animals

Other Wood Animals

Hippo

Hippo H9 cm

39344 Hippo H9 cm Kay Bojesen Other animals Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Other Wood Animals Hippo Wooden figurines

Hippo H12.5 cm

Year Bird

Bella Year Bird 2025 H12.5 cm

39353 Bella Year Bird 2025 H12.5 cm Kay Bojesen Birds Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Birds Year Bird Wooden figurines

Jackie Year Bird 2023 H12.5 cm

Poppy Year Bird 2022 H12.5 cm

Flora Year Bird 2024 H12.5 cm

39364 Monkey mini Kay Bojesen Monkey Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Monkeys Monkey Wooden figurines

Lovebirds

Lovebirds H9 cm 1 pair

39357 Lovebirds H9 cm 1 pair Kay Bojesen Birds Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Birds Lovebirds Wooden figurines

Tote bags

Liliput

Bags

Clothing & Accessories

Other textiles

Tote Bags

Tote bag

Cotton

Liliput animals Tote bag 40x45 cm

39556 Liliput animals Tote bag 40x45 cm Kay Bojesen Liliput Kay Bojesen Denmark Bags Clothing & Accessories Tote Bags Tote bag Other textiles

39581 x DBU 86 Away Monkey small Kay Bojesen Monkey Kay Bojesen Denmark Figures Interior Monkeys Monkey Wooden figurines