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Design with a royal sheen: Welcome to the world of Kay Bojesen
THE MASTER OF MATERIALS
Kay Bojesen is well known for his mastery of wood, however, what you may not know is that Kay’s first passion was his work as a silversmith. Kay was trained in Georg Jensen’s workshop by the man himself.
His earliest work coincides with the Danish Art Nouveau era. His work is characterised by organic shapes and rich, sophisticated detailing.
With an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail, each piece in Kay Bojesen’s collection is meticulously crafted to reflect the essence of Danish design heritage whilst also preserve the character and charm of Kay Bojesen’s designs.
FIT FOR THE QUEEN
In 1952 Kay Bojesen was awarded the *Royal Warrant* for his designs that had been a part of the Danish royal household for many years.
70 years later the company maintains the title of “Purveyor to Her Majesty”, a prestigious honour that brings with it a great responsibility. In order to hold the title is it required that the company maintains trade with the Royal Family and Royal Danish Court as well as demonstrating financial stability and good managerial practices.
Even after Kay Bojesen’s death the company continues in their unwavering commitment to exceptional craftsmanship that has allowed them to solidify their place in the Danish design heritage.
AWARD WINNING CUTLERY
You’ve heard it time and time again, Danish design is all about function, and what could possibly be more functional than the knives and forks that we use day in a day out?
Kay Bojesen was well aware that cutlery is born out of necessity rather than aesthetics. He believed that food should be the star of the table and set out to design an everyday silverware that was understated and elegant.
Designed in 1938 the Grand Prix cutlery set cemented its name in the Danish design hall of fame in 1951 when it won the “Grand Prix” prize at the Triennale of Milan, Kay was so proud he renamed the cutlery set after the prestigious award.
The Grand Prix cutlery set is now the national cutlery set of Denmark and is present in Danish embassies as well as homes around the world.
Today the Grand Prix cutlery is produced in stainless steel rather than silver, making it far more accessible and of course pays homage to Kay’s belief that good design should be available to everyone. The cutlery has now been named the national cutlery of Denmark and has a permanent place in the Danish embassy residences as well as homes the world over.
ACCESSIBLE DESIGN THAT LASTS
For those who are longing for a piece of Danish design history Kay Bojesen’s designs continue to captivate design enthusiasts the world over. The distinctive charm and character embodied in each of his designs are testaments to Kay’s pursuit of accessible and timeless design. Each piece is a cherished heirloom, passed down from one generation to the next.
Nest bowl | Kay Bojesen
Photography: Kay Bojesen
