Compare Ruffoni Historia Hammered Copper Polenta Pot with Acorn Handle, 3 1/2-Qt.

Handcrafted at a family-owned workshop in the Italian Alps, this heavy-gauge copper paiolo is designed for traditional polenta preparation. The pot's flared sides facilitate stirring and encourage the steady absorption of water into the cornmeal, ensuring a creamy texture. Crafted of hand-hammered copper for excellent heat conductivity. Interior is lined with durable nonreactive tin. Shaped to facilitate stirring and encourage absorption of liquid. Riveted cast-bronze handle with sculpted acorns and leaves. Includes long wooden stirring spoon. Made in Italy.