A substantial silver samovar bearing Russian 84 zolotnik marks. The traditional urn-form body is lavishly decorated with overall finely engraved foliate and geometric motifs, framed by distinctive Greek key patterned banding along the upper and lower registers. The vessel is fitted with elegant twin scroll handles featuring carved insulators, a matching spigot with a decorative turn-key, and a tiered domed lid with steam vents, all resting upon a stepped square plinth supported by four cast paw feet. The base edge features stamped hallmark impressions including a double-headed eagle and an 84 silver standard mark. silver samovar, 84 zolotnik, tea urn, engraved metalware, slavic tea culture, decorative arts, reproduction silver, russian style. Weight 5,160 g.

THIS LOT IS ELIGIBLE FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF THE SALE. RETURN SHIPPING IS THE BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY. CANCELLATIONS REQUESTED PRIOR TO THE RECEIPT OF WON LOTS WILL NOT BE HONORED.

Dimensions

H 18 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.