This samovar was brought to the United States from Riga, Poland, between 1909 and 1912. The samovar was fueled by a burning coal, which was used to boil water for tea. Content can be used with the following standards: 1st grade SS 1.23 Cultural Makeup in a lesson on other countries' customs and traditions. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.014.006 [Samovar]
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