KB 025

Katov  I.

late 19th – early 20th century

Russian Empire, Tula

brass, wood

casting, forging, pressing

H 27 cm W 22 cm

2 liters

maker’s mark:

ВЪ ТУЛIЪ М. ИВАНЪ КАТОВЪ

The body is shaped like a vase. The base is square, with legs extending from it. The draft opening has decorative cutouts. The handles are made of two smooth metal plates connected by wooden grips. The spigot is equipped with a rosette at its base. The tap key is shaped like a branch. The lid has two wooden grips. The fire grate has decorative cutouts. The plug is stepped, with a brass holder. The lid bears the stamp: «ВЪ ТУЛIЪ М. ИВАНЪ КАТОВЪ». The samovar comes with a round tray. It was purchased on eBay.