Holztiger Feeding Hippopotamus

This hungry hippo is chomping away on something tasty down by the watering hole.  This fab wooden figure is an essential in a collection of zoo or safari animals and has been hand-crafted from sustainable solid wood. The rich grain of the wood is used to colour his belly and shines through the grey water-based eco paint used to colour the rest of his body. This large hippo will make a great addition to a set of wooden animal figures.  Team up with some other exotic creatures to keep him company.

This figure measures 18 x 9 x 2.8cm.

Suitable from age 3.

Step into the beautiful, handcrafted world of Holztiger, where each figure is as unique as the child playing with it. Holztiger Waldorf style toys are wholly sustainable - made by hand from durable solid maple and beech, and painted with non-toxic, water-based paints in Europe. Durable hardwood will stand the test of time in the playroom and the beauty of its grain shows through the paint on each painstakingly made figure. Watch these beautiful toys come to life in the hands of a child as they play. These purposefully simplified wooden figures are popular with the Steiner Waldorf Education sector because they allow children to breathe life into the characters using their own imaginations. Children can recreate their own experiences from the world around them and also delve into a world of fantasy with some of the more exotic figures. Holztiger toys are loved by children and adults alike all over the world. Young minds will develop and learn by playing with these enchanting figures. Build your Holztiger set today!