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What are cast iron trivets used for?
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Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Trivet Stand
Located in London, England
Steel trivet with pierced panel decoration. Circa 1830
H 33cm x W 36cm x D 36cm
Category
Antique 1830s Tableware
Materials
Steel
$521
Georgian Steel Trivet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine George III period steel trivet having pierced top and frieze and having brass handles over
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Fireplace Tools and Chimney...
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,400
Polished Steel Trivet
Located in Greenwich, CT
as a trivet. Rectangular polished top with ogee cutout handle on polished steel cabriole front legs
Category
Antique 1830s English End Tables
Materials
Steel, Wrought Iron
$1,950
18th Century French Hanging Trivet
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French hanging trivet hand forged of wrought iron. The hanging trivet was used for
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Edwardian brass circular trivet
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian brass circular trivet having a circular trivet, with a lion to the top standing
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Antique Edwardian brass square trivet
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian brass square trivet
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Metalwork
Materials
Brass