An antique Russian Imperial brass Shot Glass samovar with a pair of handles by Batashev Factory, Tula. Original, die cast parts. The body is faceted, which gives it rigidity. The samovar is adorned with a pair of handles made in a scrollwork design, and mounted on four legs made in a curved design. Marked with impressed factory and Russian Imperial with medals marks. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. A samovar is a traditional Russian metal container for boiling water. The Batashev factory based in Tula, Russia, functioned from 1819 to 1917. Tula remains the key center of samovar production. Antique Russian Collectables, Serveware Tableware Tea Service.