Peacock Handle Oil Lamp. Created from pure brass, these are beautiful and classy home décor artifacts that exude an elegant, traditional charm of their own. A unique way to enhance any corner, this exquisite curio makes a lovely statement. An integral part of Indian culture and a common sight in most Indian homes, the practice of brass metal crafting dates back to ancient times in India. The art and techniques of working with metal right from mining to smelting & modeling of items was developed thousands of years ago. The original ‘Lost wax’ technique and traditional methods of sand casting are deployed by craftsmen, who work on moulding sheets of brass into exquisite objects of art or just as beautifully crafted items for home utility. Once the mould is ready, the artisan works on intricately engraving it with fine tools.