Antique French Hammered Dovetailed Copper Turbotiere Serving Roasting Pan 20"

Description

Antique primitive 19th century french dovetailed / hammered copper roasting turbotiere fish poacher / poaching pan. Elongated hexagonal shape with rolled edge and raised fixed bail brass handles.

A turbotiere is a French copper kettle that was originally designed for cooking turbot, a flatfish found in the Atlantic Ocean. The pan's diamond shape is based on the fish's shape, which is how it got its name. Turbotières can also be used to cook other flatfish and smaller fillets.

Condition

Good Overall - Some dents; gentle wear/tarnish

Dimensions

19.5" x 10.75" x 3.25" / Handle Height - 4.25" (WIdth x Depth x Height)