Gesp in de vorm van een vleermuis c. 1908 - 1910

Ferdinand Erhart's "Gesp in de vorm van een vleermuis" (c. 1908-1910) is a striking silver belt buckle shaped like a bat. The wings are detailed with a delicate webbed pattern, highlighting Erhart's meticulous craftsmanship. This small-scale piece (7 cm high, 14 cm wide) exemplifies the Art Nouveau movement's fascination with nature and its intricate forms. The bat, often associated with mystery and the night, adds a touch of whimsy and symbolism to this everyday object.