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Salamander
Cast iron salamander, complete with stand. Named after the mythical lizard which could live in intense heat, the salamander was heated in the fire and then held over items such as pastries and meringues to brown the top of the food. They were used in the kitchens of larger houses.
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Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
F74.211.88
Measurements
Length
(mm): 660
Width
(mm): 140
Depth
(mm): 20
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