My mind stinks when it comes to cooking... and I know I have some things stashed away in my kitchen that I have no clue what the heck they are for. Not even sure how I ended up with them. But I would be interested in knowing what it is/used for.
It looks like a removable pot handle they made years ago. You could actually remove the handle when you put it in an oven then attach it back when needed. I could be very wrong but that is what it reminds me off.
You know, Joe, after you wrote that and I looked at it, I believe you could be right. An older lady on my pet list asked me the question after finding it her kitchen and not remembering what it was for. Thanks, I will let Joan know.