Interiors / Society

Uncovering the treasure trove of Danish design behind the iconic wooden monkey

By Josefin Forsberg

Monkey mini in oiled teak and oiled limba, €70, Monkey small in oiled teak and oiled limba, €140, Monkey medium in oiled teak and oiled limba, €470. All Kay Bojesen Denmark. Photo: Frederik Lieberath

There’s a cheeky creature who finds his home on countless Scandinavian shelves: a grinning wooden monkey with extra long arms who sprung from the mind of Kay Bojesen. We take a look at the legacy of the Danish design legend and his treasure trove of aesthetically excellent toys