Ostheimer The Startaler

Ostheimer The Startaler brings a delightful touch of fairy-tale charm to small world play. With its poised stance, expressive features, and flowing attire, this figure invites children to explore imaginative narratives filled with magic, adventure, and wonder. The Startaler can journey through forests, meet other Ostheimer animals, or become the protagonist in a child’s creative storytelling, encouraging endless open-ended play.

This figure inspires children to create rich stories and dynamic small world scenes. The Startaler might deliver a magical coin, embark on secret quests, or guide woodland companions on whimsical adventures. Its versatile design allows children to experiment with role-play, develop narrative skills, and explore imaginative scenarios, blending both realistic and fantastical elements in their miniature landscapes.

Hand-carved from sustainably sourced wood and finished with non-toxic paints, Ostheimer The Startaler is durable, expressive, and full of personality. Its Waldorf-inspired design encourages thoughtful play, storytelling, and collaborative exploration, providing children with a timeless figure that supports creativity, empathy, and the joy of slow, imaginative play.

Play and Story Inspiration

Ostheimer The Startaler is perfect for small world play, imaginative storytelling, and open-ended adventures. Children can imagine the figure interacting with Ostheimer animals, delivering magical surprises, or embarking on whimsical journeys through miniature forests and villages. This figure fosters creative narratives, collaborative play, and inventive storytelling, helping children explore fantasy, empathy, and curiosity.

About Ostheimer

Ostheimer has been creating exceptional wooden toys in Germany for more than six decades. Their designs emphasise imaginative play and storytelling, combining high-quality craftsmanship with sustainable materials. Each figure is individually carved and hand-painted, allowing children to explore open-ended play with unique, heirloom-quality pieces.

Explore their legacy in Ostheimer’s Story.

Age recommendation: Not suitable for children under 36 month.