About this product
Features
- OFFICIAL THE MET LICENSED TOY: Inspired by “William” the hippo, the iconic Egyptian faience figure from The Met collection.
- STACK, PLAY, LEARN: Includes soft-hued stacking rings and a hippo topper to build fine motor and problem-solving skills.
- ARTFUL DETAILS: Subtle lotus patterning and blue tones evoke William’s ancient symbolism of rebirth and renewal.
- BABY-FRIENDLY DESIGN: Rounded, safe materials for small hands; perfect for ages 10–24M.
- DEVELOPED WITH EXPERTS: Designed by early-childhood specialists in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- GIFTABLE & EDUCATIONAL: A beautiful baby gift blending artistic heritage with hands-on learning.
Product Description
Introduce baby to ancient art and early motor development with the Hape x The Met William the Hippo Baby Stacker. Inspired by the world-famous blue faience hippo in The Met’s Egyptian Art collection, this stacker is a playful nod to one of the Museum’s most beloved treasures.
With rounded, easy-to-grasp pieces and a soft blue palette echoing William’s glaze, this baby stacker encourages hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, and tactile discovery. Babies will love stacking the smooth rings, placing the hippo topper, and knocking it all down again.
Crafted in collaboration with Hape’s early-childhood experts and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the stacker shares the story of William—connecting your child’s play with timeless creativity and culture.
Perfect as a first learning toy, nursery décor, or baby shower gift, the William Stacker makes art a part of everyday play.
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