KB 042

Ivan and Nazar Lisitsyn

1778-1823

Russian Empire, Tula

brass, wood

casting, forging, pressing

H 48 cm W 29 cm

6 liters

maker’s mark:

Тула Иванъ и Назаръ Лисицыны

The samovar is known as “Skifon.” The body is shaped like a goblet, widening toward the top. The base is square, supported by four flattened ball-shaped legs. The draft opening, which transitions into the body, features decorative cutouts. The spigot ends with a curled tip; a rosette was not provided. The tap key is stylized in form. The handles hang on swivels and are connected by wooden grips. The lid is flat, with a thickened upper section and wooden handles. The fire grate is missing. The plug is spherical, fitted with a copper handle. On the lid is an engraving made with a graver: «Тула Иванъ и Назаръ Лисицыны». On the bottom of the plug is the stamp: «ЕП». The samovar was acquired from the collector Mark in San Francisco in 2023.