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Wooden elephant, mini

Kay Bojesen Denmark

720 DKK 800 DKK

Kay Bojesen Denmark
Wooden elephant
720 DKK 800 DKK


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Description

Kay Bojesen's mini elephant is a teeny tiny version of the wooden elephant figurine he designed in the 1950s. With his good-natured look and robust physical presence, the mini elephant evokes immediate trust and becomes a true companion, all the way from the playpen to the next generation.

Material
Oak
Length
12 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Height
9.5 cm
Care instructions
Wipe with a dry cloth.
Weight
0.3 kg
Product ID
RD39242

Kay Bojesen

Kay Bojesen (1886-1958) is one of the most important pioneers of Danish design. Trained as a silversmith at the Georg Jensen workshop, he designed several products in silver, such as cutlery and serving dishes, including his famous Grand Prix cutlery. Kay Bojesen worked with other materials as well and was particularly interested of exploring the possibilities of wood. 

Best-known examples of Bojesen’s wooden designs are the wooden animals that have become classics of Scandinavian design. Bojesen’s wooden animals are still loved by children and adults as they were during the 1950s when they first appeared. The monkey, the bear and the elephant are more than just wooden sculptures – Bojesen wanted to create wooden characters with a heart and personality. The animals are sympathetic and inspiring – perfect as a toy and also as a piece of decoration. Bojesen’s wooden animals were an immediate success and for this reason, the wooden monkey was exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London during the 1950s. Bojesen was awarded many important prizes, such as the Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale, and he was also appointed silversmith to the King of Denmark.

 

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    Ben B

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    5

    Beautiful product

    384 days ago

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