Salamander
Maker
Unknown
(American)
Date1800 - 1820
Mediumcopper and cast iron
Dimensions15 × 7 3/4 inches (38.1 × 19.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mary Haskell Minis.
Object number1926.78.5
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CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextSalamanders were heated red-hot and placed over cookies, pastry and roasts to brown them. They are most likely named for the mythical Greek salamander believed to be able to endure fire without harm.