Lot Essay
A comparable samovar by Grachev was sold Sotheby's, New York, 23 June 1983, lot 274.
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MARKED GRACHEV, ST PETERSBURG, 1889
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A PARCEL-GILT SILVER SAMOVAR
MARKED GRACHEV, ST PETERSBURG, 1889
Of cylindrical form, engraved overall with geometric patterns in neo-Russian style, the circular base resting on four bracket feet, with openwork Star of David bands above and beneath the cylindrical body, the handles set with ivory, the spout with a pierced ivory spigot, the detachable cover with an ivory finial, interior gilt, marked throughout
18½ in. (47 cm.) high
148.1 oz. (4,606 gr.) gross
MARKED GRACHEV, ST PETERSBURG, 1889
Of cylindrical form, engraved overall with geometric patterns in neo-Russian style, the circular base resting on four bracket feet, with openwork Star of David bands above and beneath the cylindrical body, the handles set with ivory, the spout with a pierced ivory spigot, the detachable cover with an ivory finial, interior gilt, marked throughout
18½ in. (47 cm.) high
148.1 oz. (4,606 gr.) gross
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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