Name/Title
LadleEntry/Object ID
00.343.1Description
Skimmer ladle with brass bowl and iron handle. The handle has a reverse hook tip for hanging.Use
Ladles are essential kitchen tools used to scoop liquids into other vessels. Their long handles allow users to maintain a safe distance from hot soups or stocks, reducing not only the risk of burns but also contamination. Skimmer ladles were used specifically to remove "scum" and impurities, such as fat, from the liquid as it cooked.Context
While copper—a naturally occurring metal—was once the standard material used for making kitchen implements, it was later replaced by alloys such as bronze and brass. Both of these materials are created by combining copper with another metal: tin in the case of bronze, and zinc in the case of brass. Brass kitchen tools like this are generally more durable and less expensive than copper alternatives.