Ostheimer Drake

Ostheimer Drake brings a sense of lively charm and playful energy to any small world scene. With its proud posture, alert eyes, and gracefully sculpted wings, this figure captures the confident presence of a male duck ready to explore the pond or parade along the water’s edge. Children can imagine the drake leading a group of ducklings, splashing in the water, or interacting with other Ostheimer animals, creating dynamic stories full of movement and curiosity.

Its striking details, from the smooth curves of its wings to the naturalistic form, invite children to explore tactile play and develop narrative skills. The drake can be a brave protector of the pond, a cheerful friend to other farm animals, or the hero of its own small world adventure. Every angle sparks imaginative scenarios that encourage observation, storytelling, and playful engagement with nature.

The figure pairs beautifully with other Ostheimer pond, farm, or woodland animals, allowing children to build rich, interconnected small world scenes. By including the Drake in their play, children practice open-ended play, inventing stories, solving imaginative challenges, and connecting with the rhythms of a slow, intentional childhood. Its enduring design encourages repeated play sessions that foster creativity, empathy, and a love for storytelling.

Play and Story Inspiration

Ostheimer Drake is perfect for imaginative play, storytelling, and small world adventures. Children can imagine the drake guiding ducklings across a pond, participating in playful water games, or exploring woodland surroundings alongside other figures. Its confident presence encourages open-ended play, creative collaboration, and narrative exploration.

About Ostheimer

Ostheimer is a German toy maker renowned for its Waldorf-inspired wooden figures. For over six decades, each toy has been hand-carved from sustainable wood and painted with non-toxic colors, promoting open-ended play and creativity. Their designs cultivate storytelling and imaginative exploration.

See how Ostheimer’s wooden toys connect children with nature and storytelling in Ostheimer’s Story.

• Product number: 13211
• Length: 6 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Height: 4.5 cm
• Wood type: Maple 
• Age recommendation: Not suitable for children under 36 month.