This tin-lined copper fish kettle, features a stunning hammered finish, complemented by elegant brass fin side handles and a distinctive brass fish handle atop the fitted lid. Inside, it retains its original lifter—a pierced platform specifically shaped to fit the kettle, equipped with two vertical hoop handles for easy handling. This design is perfect for gently lowering a whole fish and its accompaniments into the cooking liquid and lifting them out afterward. In French and Italian cuisine, poaching is a delicate cooking method that preserves the fish’s tenderness and flavor. The elongated shape of this poacher allows an entire fish to be cooked at once, creating a dramatic centrepiece for any meal. The kettle has been left with its original patina , but it would polish up very well if so desired.