The Ostheimer Purple Dwarf is a delightful wooden character full of warmth, personality and storytelling potential. With his rich purple cloak and gentle expression, he brings a touch of magic to woodland adventures, fairy tale scenes and imaginative small world play.
Inspired by traditional folk tales and Waldorf storytelling, this charming dwarf can become a helpful woodland guardian, a mountain wanderer, a treasure keeper or a beloved character in a child's own unfolding stories. He pairs beautifully with Ostheimer fairytale figures, woodland animals, trees and seasonal displays.
Lovingly handcrafted in Germany, each Ostheimer figure is individually carved, hand sanded and painted by skilled artisans. The natural grain of the maple wood shines through the paintwork, ensuring every dwarf has its own unique character and charm.
A timeless heirloom figure designed to inspire imagination and be treasured for generations.
Why We Love It at Magic Forest Shop
• Beautifully handcrafted wooden dwarf figure
• Inspires storytelling and imaginative play
• Perfect for fairy tale and woodland scenes
• Made from sustainably sourced maple wood
• Unique character created through natural wood grain and hand finishing
Product Details
• Handcrafted wooden dwarf figure
• Made from maple wood
• Hand painted with non toxic paints
• Height approx. 6.3 cm
• Suitable for children aged 3 years+
• Each figure is unique due to natural wood grain and hand finishing
Ostheimer Wooden Figures
Magic Forest Shop has proudly stocked Ostheimer wooden figures for many years and offers one of the UK's most carefully curated collections.
Handcrafted in Germany using sustainably sourced maple and ash wood, every Ostheimer figure is individually carved, hand sanded and hand painted using traditional methods. No two pieces are exactly alike, giving each animal, character and figure its own unique personality and charm.
Rooted in Waldorf education, Ostheimer figures are designed to inspire open ended play, storytelling and imagination. Whether creating a farmyard scene, woodland adventure, seasonal display or small world habitat, these timeless wooden figures invite children to create their own stories and return to them again and again.
Loved by families, educators and collectors alike, Ostheimer pieces are often treasured for generations and passed from one childhood to the next.
Explore our full Ostheimer collection and discover the enduring beauty of handcrafted wooden toys.