Known as a poissonnière, this large copper fish poacher was hand-crafted in France during the 1700’s and has been stamped “Voisin 82” underneath the rolled rim. The ovate shaped cookware has a shaped iron handle with a center raised section (the raised area would have slotted onto a crémaillère, which is a chimney hook suspended over a fire). There is a removable, pierced liner with sieve holes that would have been used to drain the juices from the cooked fish. The poissonniere has dovetail seams on the sides and brass handle mounts affixed by two rivets, both indicative of French craftsmanship of the 18th century. Our copper and brass fish poacher can be used as a jardinière for dried flowers, a table centerpiece, or simply as a decorative accessory in the kitchen.

CONDITION: Good antique condition, with wear commensurate to age and use, including fleabites and minor indentations. Light nicks and rubs resulting in some areas without the finish.