Russian Antique Brass Samovar Tea Kettle, Inscribed Medallions 1885 #35002

An authentic Russian "Samovar" or tea kettle is solid brass with Cyrillic Russian inscriptions, including a medallion stamped "1885." The interior has a tin wash, the valve dribbles a little.

A hissing hot samovar was a sign of hospitality in every Russian novel, hot coals were placed in the center chimney to boil water for tea. This antique has a few dings for antique character.

Measurements are 10" across, 12" deep and 18" tall

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