Ostheimer Donkey 40405

The Ostheimer donkey stands faithfully at the side of Mary and Joseph and is a central element of the nativity scene. Children can incorporate it into their stories as a patient animal and recreate scenes of security and simplicity. With its quiet, trusting presence, the donkey brings a warm, inviting atmosphere to the play. A valuable companion for festive and everyday scenes.

Product features

• Length: 7.5 cm
• Width: 3 cm
• Height: 9 cm
• Wood used: Maple
• Recommended age: From 3 years.
• Category: Classic nativity figures
• Warning: Caution. Small parts. Choking hazard.

Added educational value with the fun of creative play

The nature-loving Ostheimer wooden animals and wooden figures offer children a unique play experience. Unlike many modern toys, Ostheimer products offer a calm, harmonious play experience that is particularly suitable for use in nurseries and families. Their soft shapes encourage imagination and stimulate creative play. They play a particularly important role in Waldorf education, as they support the child's natural development. These handcrafted wooden figures not only encourage free play, but also stimulate thinking and imagination, which is crucial for children's development.

Ostheimer figures offer children the opportunity to develop their imagination through creative play and have lots of fun at the same time. The soft feel and restrained color scheme of Ostheimer figures not only encourage imagination, but also creativity. Children can create varied scenarios with the numerous figures of this wooden toy and immerse themselves again and again in imaginative play worlds.

Manufacture and materials of the Ostheimer donkey

The wood used comes from sustainably managed forests, which ensures the responsible use of natural resources. The figures are traditionally handcrafted according to established patterns, whereby each piece remains unique. To protect the colors, it is then treated with organic oil. The natural water-based wood stains leave the wood grain visible and give each piece its uniqueness. The saliva-safe paints are harmless to health, free from animal ingredients and precisely matched to the classic Ostheimer design.

Warning: Warning! Not suitable for children under 3 years of age, as small parts can be detached or broken off and swallowed.

The Ostheimer company

For generations, Ostheimer has been carefully handcrafting figures that touch children's hearts and bring their imagination to life. Lovingly crafted unique pieces are made from local wood and radiate warmth and security. Each figurine reflects respect for nature, the joy of traditional craftsmanship and the conviction that simple, natural toys open up space for free, creative play. Ostheimer combines proven values with a mindful view of the world of tomorrow - sustainable, timelessly beautiful and full of childlike poetry.

Tradition and responsibility since 1939

Ostheimer's roots go back to the year 1939. What was once founded by Margarete Ostheimer in the spirit of Waldorf education is still continued today with care and dedication. Over many decades, Ostheimer has become a byword for sustainable, high-quality wooden toys. Each figure not only tells stories in children's play, but also the story of a family business that manufactures with heart, hand and responsibility for future generations.