Samovar

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Samovar

Samovar (pronunciation: /sæməˈvɑːr/; etymology: Russian, literally 'self-boiler') is a heated metal container traditionally used to heat and boil water in Russia.

Description

A Samovar is typically crafted out of copper, brass, bronze, silver, gold, tin, or nickel and consists of a large water container with a faucet near the bottom and a metal pipe running vertically through the middle. The pipe is filled with solid fuel to heat the water in the container.

Usage

Samovars are used for heating water in homes, in the tea-drinking ceremony, and in the kitchen. They are also found in many cultures across Eurasia, including Eastern Europe, Middle East, India, and in Russian culture.

History

The samovar was an important part of a Russian household during the 19th century. The first historically recorded samovar-makers guild was established in Tula, Russia in 1778.

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