Edit: in Belgium if it gives any clue

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Looks like a standalone thing, has no connections. Tool or toy.

There's a section that's very clearly not the handle, and a section that in stark contrast, is a handle.

Is made of wood, entirely, and looks quite delicate. For gentler tasks/use.

It's long. So it must be to extend reach from the handle part.

Is entirely curvy without sharp edges, even when looking kind of worn. Designed not to cut or damage.

Handle is simple and round, rather than having ridges or second axis torque. It is not for twisting.

Non-handle end is curved and two-ended, with curves that look like for picking and pulling.

Tips of pulling end are a specific size and surface. Bigger would be stronger but less precise, smaller would be more precise but may risk damage and be weaker. Can imply strength and weight of thing this tool comes into contact with.

Tool-ends are flat, rather than round/dowels. So the thickness of the tool end is precise, with the amount of strength needed from the added width.

It also looks in fairly good condition for how old it looks, but simultaneously has even use wear through the finish. Used, not new, indoor tool.

My best guess is it's a tool meant for grabbing and pulling fabric or thread, with the secondary ability to push without getting caught, maybe on a large table.

Going by the era design and simplicity, it's either from a time or a place with a level of technology that is still relatively simple, a la 1900 USA textiles industry, rather than hyper modern. Or a person, now, who made it themselves and doesn't need anything fancy, or who likes this style (it does have the dark smooth finish).

My guess: garment maker's tool, possibly men's suits/tailor.

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