Antique Handcrafted Brass Hook / Harness Fitting Primitive Tribal Architectural Object.
With Peacock-Head Terminal.
A rare and unusual hand-forged brass object of primitive form, from India. The piece features a large circular eye on one end and a Peacock-Head terminal on the other, connected by a heavy U-shaped forged body with decorative turning details.
Its exact original purpose is uncertain, which adds to its curiosity and collectible appeal. A few possibilities:
Old hook-and-eye latch component — used on heavy wooden doors, gates, or chests.
Elephant/camel harness fitting — the ring end could attach to rope or leather straps.
Tent or canopy anchor hook — especially from older military or caravan setups.
Decorative suspension hook — for hanging lamps, chains, or temple objects.
The shape is interesting because:
One end has a closed circular eye for rope/chain attachment.
The other has a Peacock-Head shaped stopper tip, suggesting it locked into something rather than being a simple hook.
The handcrafted look and patina suggest it is fairly old, possibly 18th century or earlier.
The object displays beautiful age, authentic surface texture, and strong folk-art character. A wonderful piece for collectors of:
tribal antiques,
ethnographic ironwork,
architectural salvage,
primitive tools,
or curiosity cabinets.
Approximate Features:
Handcrafted construction
Rich natural patina
Primitive decorative form
Solid and heavy for its size
Uncleaned estate-found condition

Weight:240gms
Size:(11x8)cm length