This Samovar teapot was born around 1845. It is exquisitely made and shaped like a bronze trophy. In Russian, Samovar means 'self-boiling'. To boil water in this kettle, people take embers, pine cones, and wood chips and put them in a special tube that acts as a small stove inside the Samovar to retain heat.
The Samovar is an indispensable element in Russian culture, lifestyle and history. Samovar pots with plain patterns are often used for family activities, pots with elaborate patterns are often used to welcome distinguished guests as well as present at important ceremonies.