Ostheimer Gosling head low 13318

This Ostheimer goose-chick with a low head looks concentrated and calm, as if it were scanning the ground. Children can imagine it curiously discovering the world around it. A loving addition that completes the family of farm animals.

Product features

• Length: 5 cm
• Width: 2 cm
• Height: 3 cm
• Wood used: maple
• Age recommendation: From 3 years of age
• Category: Wooden animals farm
• Warning notices: Caution. Small parts. Choking hazard

Pedagogical benefits and creative play

Ostheimer wooden figures and wooden animals are characterized by their soft, child-friendly shapes, which train the sense of touch and contribute to the development of creativity. They are also valuable in Waldorf education as they support the child's natural development. They encourage free, creative play and invite children to re-enact stories and scenes from everyday life. Compared to other toys, they create a warm, natural atmosphere and offer a tactile experience. The high-quality wooden toys promote creative thinking and encourage problem-solving. Through free play, children develop their motor skills and playfully learn to create their own stories and scenarios.

Ostheimer figures not only offer playtime fun, but also numerous learning benefits for children. The variety of Ostheimer figures and animals allows children to explore different themed worlds. Whether they take on the role of a knight, farmer or adventurer, the high-quality wooden toys offer countless opportunities to invent and create new stories time and time again.

Manufacture and materials of the Ostheimer wooden toys

Each figure is lovingly handcrafted according to a set pattern, with the focus on the natural texture of the wood. Biological oil protects the colors permanently. All paints used are saliva-proof, harmless to health and free from animal products - ideal for the characteristic Ostheimer design. The transparent, precisely coordinated colors allow the wood grain to shine through and make each piece unique. The wood is sourced from certified, sustainably managed forestry operations in Europe to support environmental protection and preserve nature.

Warning note: Caution! 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 designed unique pieces are created from local wood, which 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 developed into 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.