Samovar - Brass - Qajar 1890-1910

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Antique brass samovar set of Persian-Russian Qajar origin (c. 1890–1910), height 35 cm and width 25 cm, in good used condition with minor signs of aging.

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Antique Samovar Set (Persian Russian) Qajar

An truly unique, very complete and high-quality antique brass samovar set from the late Qajar period (circa 1890–1910).

This set is a collector’s dream due to the rare degree of originality and the fascinating historical Persian tea culture.

The samovar itself is finished with all original wooden handles and knobs, which is extremely rare for a piece over 110 years old. The body features sharp, authentic Persian medallion stamps, including the iconic Persian national symbol from the Qajar dynasty: the Sher-o-Khorshid (the Lion and the Sun). The tap key is elegantly openworked.

The stamp was the official national symbol of the Persian Qajar government and was applied only to goods for the Persian market. The entire form, the tap, the handles and the teapot are made in the Persian taste and tea culture.

Unique 'Matching' Russian Accessories:
What makes this set truly special is that both the servicing bowl and the presentation tray (undertray) are stamped with exactly the same oval "T.K." factory seal from the famous Russian metal region (Tula/Kolchugino).

The set consists of:
- The brass coal-powered samovar (with all original wooden grips) and official stamps
- The accompanying brass teapot (for the tea concentrate)
- The original, Russian-marked "T.K." presentation tray
- The original, Russian-marked "T.K." servicing bowl

Condition of the object:
The set is in untouched antique condition with a beautiful warm glow. The historic stamps are not overly polished and are very legible. The interior still retains the original hand-applied tin lining and the authentic central coal chimney. The tap is currently fixed (known to be caused by limescale/oxidation, easily made functional with a little WD-40), but shows no cracks or restorations. The wood of the handles has a beautiful antique patina.

A museum-ready centerpiece and a solid investment for the aficionado of Russian, Persian or Oriental antiques.

Height excluding teapot 35 cm.
Width including handles 25 cm.

Antique Samovar Set (Persian Russian) Qajar

An truly unique, very complete and high-quality antique brass samovar set from the late Qajar period (circa 1890–1910).

This set is a collector’s dream due to the rare degree of originality and the fascinating historical Persian tea culture.

The samovar itself is finished with all original wooden handles and knobs, which is extremely rare for a piece over 110 years old. The body features sharp, authentic Persian medallion stamps, including the iconic Persian national symbol from the Qajar dynasty: the Sher-o-Khorshid (the Lion and the Sun). The tap key is elegantly openworked.

The stamp was the official national symbol of the Persian Qajar government and was applied only to goods for the Persian market. The entire form, the tap, the handles and the teapot are made in the Persian taste and tea culture.

Unique 'Matching' Russian Accessories:
What makes this set truly special is that both the servicing bowl and the presentation tray (undertray) are stamped with exactly the same oval "T.K." factory seal from the famous Russian metal region (Tula/Kolchugino).

The set consists of:
- The brass coal-powered samovar (with all original wooden grips) and official stamps
- The accompanying brass teapot (for the tea concentrate)
- The original, Russian-marked "T.K." presentation tray
- The original, Russian-marked "T.K." servicing bowl

Condition of the object:
The set is in untouched antique condition with a beautiful warm glow. The historic stamps are not overly polished and are very legible. The interior still retains the original hand-applied tin lining and the authentic central coal chimney. The tap is currently fixed (known to be caused by limescale/oxidation, easily made functional with a little WD-40), but shows no cracks or restorations. The wood of the handles has a beautiful antique patina.

A museum-ready centerpiece and a solid investment for the aficionado of Russian, Persian or Oriental antiques.

Height excluding teapot 35 cm.
Width including handles 25 cm.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Specific region of origin
Perzisch Russisch Toela
Title additional information
Qajar 1890-1910
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Russia
Material
Brass
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
35 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
26 cm
In Working Order
No
Estimated period
1850-1900
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