Bidspirit auction | RUSSIAN 84 SILVER ENGRAVED SAMOVAR

RUSSIAN 84 SILVER ENGRAVED SAMOVAR - A substantial silver samovar bearing Russian 84 zolotnik marks. The traditional urn-form body is lavishly decorated with overall finely engraved foliate and geometric motifs, framed by distinctive Greek key patterned banding along the upper and lower registers. The vessel is fitted with elegant twin scroll handles featuring carved insulators, a matching spigot with a decorative turn-key, and a tiered domed lid with steam vents, all resting upon a stepped square plinth supported by four cast paw feet. The base edge features stamped hallmark impressions including a double-headed eagle and an 84 silver standard mark. silver samovar, 84 zolotnik, tea urn, engraved metalware, slavic tea culture, decorative arts, reproduction silver, russian style. Weight 5,160 g. Dimensions H 18 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition The samovar presents with overall tarnishing, typical surface wear, and minor scratching consistent with standard use, notably featuring a visible vertical crack or scratch and an associated soldering repair on the central body.