Handvat van donker hout voor een paraplu of parasol, met een knop van been; met draagriem c. 1910 - 1920

Here’s a handle for a parasol made from dark wood with a bone button and carrying strap made by Gustav Schnitzler. It's amazing how a seemingly simple, utilitarian object can spark so much imagination. When you look at the handle, don't you think about the hand that once held it, strolling down a sunny street? Imagine the careful carving of the dark wood, the smoothing of the bone. It's not just about function, it's about craftsmanship, about making something beautiful and tactile for everyday use. I love the way the light plays on the handle’s surface, highlighting the subtle grain of the wood. And that little bone button—it’s such a delicate detail! It’s these small details that elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary. The carrying strap, too, speaks of convenience and care, of a world where things were made to last and to be cherished. Objects like these remind us of the skill and artistry that goes into even the most humble of creations.