Large 875 thousandths silver samovar (84 zolotniks), chased and embellished with a baluster body with pinched sides adorned with a rolled leather cartouche numbered "MP". Scrolled side handles. Removable lid decorated with friezes of shells and flowers. Mother-of-pearl fretel with flower decoration. Four-legged base decorated with friezes of shells, flowers and acanthus leaves. Tap with mother-of-pearl handle. Gilt interior. Russia, 1850, maker's hallmark AK. Height : 51 cm Width: 44 cm Gross weight : 5620 g Used scratches, sunken tap.