Kay Bojesen Hippo, BlackKay Bojesens many figures are popular with children and adults alike, and this one is no exception. The hippo was originally designed in 1955 to look after the designers pencil on his desk, and this updated version keeps up the tradition! The hippo is made of beech, painted with blackboard paint, so you can write messages, little notes or use it as a desktop checklist. The white chalk is provided in the box.