Ostheimer People (Mother)
by Ostheimer
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Description
Every little world needs its grown-ups! This hand-carved wooden mother figure joins the Ostheimer family — out visiting friends, off on day trips, or busy at home while the children get on with their own adventures.
Family figures are quietly the most-used pieces in any small world collection. Children act out the ordinary business of their own days through them: making dinner, heading out, coming home, saying goodnight. It’s how little ones make sense of their world, and a simple wooden figure gives them room to do it without any script.
She’s carved and painted by hand in Ostheimer’s traditional style — soft brushed colour, visible wood grain, and a gentle, understated face that leaves the feeling for your child to decide.
Why we love the Ostheimer Mother Figure:
- A Grown-Up for the Story: Gives small world play the everyday family life children most like to act out.
- Hand Carved and Painted: Made in Ostheimer’s traditional style, so each figure carries its own small variations.
- Builds Your Wooden Family: Joins the wider Ostheimer family range, added to a piece at a time.
- Solid Wood, Made to Last: Sturdy enough for daily handling and to be passed along to the next child.
Why does family role play matter for young children?
Because it’s how they work things out. Acting out mealtimes, outings, and bedtimes with figures lets a child rehearse the rhythms of their own life, try on different roles, and process anything that’s on their mind. It builds empathy and language, and it tends to show you exactly what your little one has been noticing.
How do simple wooden figures compare to detailed dolls?
They work differently. A figure with a simple, still face can be happy, worried, or tired depending on what the story needs that day, so your child supplies the feeling rather than receiving it. Both have their place — but simple figures tend to stay useful far longer, because they never stop being whoever is needed.
One wooden mother, and a whole family life to play out.
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Features
• Height 14.4 cm
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Materials
• Wood type: Maple
• Ostheimer-Figures are hand-crafted in Germany, using lumber from sustainable domestic forestry
• All materials used are certified, guaranteeing toys of the highest quality and safety for your child at play. -
Age/Safety
• Not suitable for children under 36 months.
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Care/Cleaning
• For care, simply use soapy water with a damp cloth for cleaning. Dry immediately. Please do not submerge in water and do NOT use disinfectant or hot water.
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About the Brand
Ostheimer has been crafting heirloom-quality wooden toys in Germany for over 80 years, celebrating the beauty of handcraftsmanship and natural materials. Each figure is carefully carved from sustainably sourced wood, painted with non-toxic dyes, and finished with love and dedication, ensuring no two pieces are alike. From enchanting fairy tale characters to beautifully detailed structures, Ostheimer toys inspire imaginative play while fostering a deep connection to nature. Beloved by families worldwide, these timeless creations are designed to be cherished for generations.
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Shipping & Delivery
• FREE Canada-wide shipping over $150
• FREE local pickup from our 59 Boardwalk Toronto address
• Flat rate same day local delivery within Toronto/GTA (free for orders over $300) — order by 9am, get it by 5pm
• For more information, check out our full shipping policy