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This antique Imperial Russian brass samovar was produced in Tula by the factory of the heir of Ivan Grigorievich Batashev, one of the most prominent names in the history of Russian samovar manufacturing.
Ivan Grigorievich Batashev (1803–1860) established his manufacturing business in Tula in 1825 and became one of the city\'s best-known manufacturers of samovars and metal goods. In 1848, he was granted the title of Court Master, and in 1855 his factory received the prestigious right to display the Russian Imperial State Coat of Arms on its signs and products. In 1852, Batashev and his family were elevated to the Russian nobility.
After Ivan Grigorievich Batashev\'s death in 1860, the family continued the business. From 1885, the factory operated under Nikolai Ivanovich Batashev, heir of Ivan Grigorievich Batashev, which corresponds with the heir\'s mark found on this samovar.
Based on the maker\'s mark and the history of the factory, this samovar is estimated to date to approximately 1885–1915, during the Imperial Russian period.
The samovar features an ornate brass body, decorative side handles with wooden grips, traditional charcoal-fired construction, and a teapot displayed on top.
Condition
Please carefully review all photographs, as they are an important part of the description and accurately represent the item\'s condition.
The samovar shows signs of age and use, including scratches, oxidation, tarnish, patina, discoloration, and other wear consistent with an antique item of this age.
The teapot is included as shown in the photographs. Its maker and originality to the samovar have not been verified.
Sold as found. Untested for heating, operation, or water tightness.
