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Skimmers

Antique skimmers for sale

Cooking in a fireplace involves traditional methods such as roasting and grilling, which are enhanced by the use of antique cookware like skimmers. Skimmers were traditionally used to remove foam from soups or to retrieve items like herbs or meat from stews. Discover our selection of antique skimmers and learn more about this traditional cookware: Antique kitchen utensils for cooking in the fireplace

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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€136.36

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age18/19th century
OriginNetherlands
Height58.0 cm | 22.8 inches
Width23.0 cm | 9.1 inches
Referencet2320
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Vintage Skimmer
Vintage Skimmer
€37.19

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19/20th century
OriginFrance
Height39.5 cm | 15.6 inches
Width8.0 cm | 3.1 inches
Referencet3951-1
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Vintage Skimmer
Vintage Skimmer
€70.25

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19/20th century
OriginFrance
Height48.0 cm | 18.9 inches
Width12.5 cm | 4.9 inches
Referencet2325
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€78.51

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginUnited Kingdom
Height82.0 cm | 32.3 inches
Width23.0 cm | 9.1 inches
Referencet3948
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€103.31

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginNetherlands
Height52.0 cm | 20.5 inches
Width20.5 cm | 8.1 inches
Referencet2333
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€28.93

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginFrance
Height50.5 cm | 19.9 inches
Width13.0 cm | 5.1 inches
Referencet2331
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€128.10

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginUnited Kingdom
Height50.0 cm | 19.7 inches
Width22.0 cm | 8.7 inches
Referencet2328
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€111.57

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginFrance
Height49.0 cm | 19.3 inches
Width20.0 cm | 7.9 inches
Referencet2327
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€111.57

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginNetherlands
Height58.0 cm | 22.8 inches
Width26.0 cm | 10.2 inches
Referencet2321
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€78.51

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginNetherlands
Height42.0 cm | 16.5 inches
Width19.0 cm | 7.5 inches
Referencet2319
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Antique Skimmer
Antique Skimmer
€132.23

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age19th century
OriginNetherlands
Height54.5 cm | 21.5 inches
Width19.5 cm | 7.7 inches
Referencet2314
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Vintage Skimmer
Vintage Skimmer
€53.72

Excl. VAT. For sales to individual customers in the EU, VAT is charged. For individual customers outside the EU, 0% VAT applies, but they may have to pay VAT in their own country (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Canada). Shipping quotes include handling and 100% insurance but exclude possible local duties and tax.

Condition***

Classification: ***: Very good condition, limited wear given the age and use. **: Clear signs of wear and possible structural problems including small instabilities. Still well suited for use in an open fireplace. *: Structural instability that hinders function other than decorative. For example, open fireplace tongs with a loose mechanism so that the ends can overlap. A fireback in this classification can still be used in a gas fireplace or as a backsplash. Should you want additional information about the quality or the classification of a specific fireplace accessory, do not hesitate to ask.

Age20th century
OriginFrance
Height47.5 cm | 18.7 inches
Width10.5 cm | 4.1 inches
Referencet2335
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Cooking with an antique skimmer

Our antique skimmers are fully functional for use in the hearth. They are perfect for removing foam from broths or stews and for extracting items like meat or herbs during the cooking process.

Origin of the skimmers

Our collection includes individual skimmers as well as sets mounted on racks. Most of our skimmers originate from France and the Netherlands and were crafted in the 19th century. They are primarily made from brass or copper, often featuring a wrought iron handle for durability and a traditional aesthetic.

Pay attention to the craftsmanship

Skimmers are not only functional but also highly decorative. Hand-forged by skilled artisans, they stand as testament to enduring craftsmanship. Their functionality combined with their historical charm makes them a sustainable choice for both use and display.

Pay attention to the size of the skimmer

Skimmers are available in various sizes to suit different cooking needs. Longer handles are ideal for larger fireplaces, allowing you to reach into deep pots safely. The size of the skimmer's bowl varies; larger bowls are useful for large pots, while smaller ones are better for smaller pots. You can choose a skimmer based on the length, width, and depth suitable for your cooking and hearth dimensions.

Pay attention to the decorative function of the skimmer

An antique skimmer is a beautiful addition to any kitchen or hearth. Its material and design can harmoniously blend with other cookware or serve as a standout piece on its own. Skimmers are particularly striking when displayed on an antique rack, enhancing the rustic charm of any setting. Explore how to creatively mix and match hearth cookware on a rack on the next page: sets of antique kitchenware for cooking in the hearth