These items are actively purchased for use. They are distinguished by their durability, attractive design, and high quality, maintaining their practical value even in modern times.
Experts note that the uniqueness of tea brewed in such a samovar lies in the combination of its taste, the aroma of smoke, and the atmospheric setting of communication. Water heated over firewood acquires special properties, and the entire tea-drinking process becomes a meditative ritual. A wood-fired samovar gives the water a slight noble taste of smoke, the scale remains at the bottom, and the water becomes softer, making the tea even more aromatic. Such a samovar retains heat for a long time and creates ideal conditions for brewing. It is not just an object but a part of history that brings people together at a common table.
“The cost of such samovars varies depending on many factors: ordinary specimens of Soviet production from the 1940s to the 1980s range from 3,000 to 5,000 soms, while rare collectible pieces produced in Tsarist Russia can reach tens of thousands of dollars,” shares information historian and local historian Maxim Podgorny.
The specialist also warns: antique items require careful handling and do not tolerate clumsy interference.
“If you come across an old samovar, you should not try to restore it or improve its appearance. An acquaintance of mine sanded off the century-old copper patina from a samovar, which was green, significantly reducing its value,” notes the historian.
