Lot 463 , A late 18th century Russian silver samovar, with ivory spigot, master possibly Alexander Yarshinov?

A late 18th century Russian silver samovar, with ivory spigot, master possibly Alexander Yarshinov?, with two ring handles, engraved crest and applied swag and ribbon decoration, on square base, St. Petersburg, 1798, height 29.5cm, gross weight 32.4oz, ivory submission reference: BYSC7XM8
£300-500

Condition:
The top rim of the base has been repaired and there is a small hole also. There are also two large repairs to the base of the top section, visible exterior and interior. Small dent to the side of the base rim. Minor wear to the decoration in places. Some rubbing to the marks. Not good condition.

Sold for £4,200