Ostheimer Marten 1631 (not produced in 2025)

The Ostheimer marten is a nimble forest dweller that is always on the move. With its slender body and watchful gaze, it brings dynamism and excitement to the game. Children can imagine how he skillfully moves through the trees and goes on a discovery tour.

Product features

• Length: 8.5 cm
• Width: 2 cm
• Height: 3 cm
• Wood used: Maple
• Recommended age: From 3 years.
• Category: Wooden animals forest & field
• Warning notes: Caution. Small parts. Choking hazard.

Educational aspect and fun in creative play

The nature-loving Ostheimer wooden animals and wooden figures offer children a unique play experience. They play a particularly important role in Waldorf education as they support the child's natural development. Their soft shapes encourage imagination and stimulate creative play. Unlike many modern toys, Ostheimer products offer a calm, harmonious play experience that is particularly suitable for use in kindergartens and families. This not only encourages creative thinking, but also social interaction. They create an ideal environment for inventing stories and immersing themselves in role play.

Ostheimer figures encourage children to discover and develop their creative side through imaginative play. With the large selection of Ostheimer figures, children can create imaginative scenarios. Whether animals, people or fairy tale characters - the variety of these wooden toys encourages creative play and allows exciting adventures to be recreated in ever new worlds.

Manufacture and materials of the Ostheimer Marder

A biological oil is used to protect the paint layer. The finely coordinated, saliva-resistant colors highlight the natural wood structure and make each piece truly unique. All colors are of non-animal origin and perfectly match the characteristic Ostheimer design. Wood from responsibly managed forestry operations guarantees resource-conserving use and long-term sustainability. Based on an artistically designed pattern, each figurine is traditionally handcrafted to preserve the natural structure of the wood.

Warning: 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 crafting figures that touch children's hearts and bring their imaginations to life. Locally sourced wood is used to create lovingly designed, unique pieces that radiate warmth and comfort. Every figure embodies a respect for nature, a love of traditional craftsmanship, and the belief that simple, natural toys open up space for free, creative play. Ostheimer combines proven values with a mindful view of tomorrow's world – sustainable, timelessly beautiful, and full of childlike poetry.

Tradition and responsibility since 1939 The roots of Ostheimer go back to 1939. What was once founded by Margarete Ostheimer in the spirit of Waldorf education is still being continued today with care and dedication. Over many decades, Ostheimer has become synonymous with 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.