Product Description
Large and heavy pre-revolutionary brass samovar. 1890-1910. Tula, Russia.
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Large and heavy pre-revolutionary brass samovar. In about fine condition, no major dents or missing parts. The golden brass is warm and has been cleaned often by the former owner. About 19¾" in height and weighs slightly over 13½ lbs. The inside chamber has calcium and mineral deposits indicative of prior use. The burn chamber plate below the grill is intact and clips on. All parts, including key, grips, cap, etc., appear to be original. Note: there are many "hot spot" reflections throughout the photo sequence. The color of the brass is uniform.
The factory award medals and identification has been polished nearly out of existence, but a closer look reveals the words "Ivan" and "Batashev". The era is 1890-1910. Ivan Grigoryevich Batashev is one of the most famous and well-known samovar makers in Tula. There is a great article about him here: https://www.samovarmuseum.ru/en/master-craftsmen/ivan-grigoryevich-batashev/