Late 19th to early 20th century Imperial Russian brass samovar produced by the Batashev factory of Tula, one of the most prominent samovar manufacturers of the Russian Empire. The body bears Cyrillic maker’s marks for the Heirs of Vasily Stepanovich Batashev, Tula, along with Imperial exhibition award medallion stamps referencing honors received during the reign of Tsar Alexander III (1882).

The samovar features a classic lobed “melon” form with pedestal base, pierced vent band, and turned wood side handles. The piece retains its original spigot tap and key as well as the interior chimney tube, components that are frequently missing from surviving examples. Samovars from the Tula region were widely used throughout the Russian Empire and remain highly recognizable examples of Imperial Russian decorative metalwork.

Condition:

Surface wear, oxidation, and patina consistent with age and use. A visible impact dent is present on one side of the body as photographed. Overall structurally sound with original tap, key, and chimney tube present.