1880's Austrian Family Samovar from R Waniek, Vienna

Antiques : Samovar

 

Typical 1880's Austrian Samovar found in most kitchens in Vienna. This Antique Austrian Samovar would have been used to create a mocha coffee.

There is a brass plate with two winged Horses holding a shield. On the shield is a bird and below R. Waniek; Wein Hoher Markt 5.

This was the address of the Waniek Department Store in Vienna bustling Innere Stadt (Inner city or downtown) owned by Rudoplh Waniek since 1850.

Glass Lid is undamaged, ground coffee basket is complete. I did not try the spigot, but the handle is still present and stiff.

Coffee Barrel has slots on the sides that fit into the tall frame. There is a white ceramic based with a impressed mark F & M. No chips or damage to the base. one bolt (easily replaced) is missing.

Measures 10 1/2" tall and 6 1/4" at the base. This is a beautiful and rare Austrian and Coffee Antique. I will leave the cleaning of the metal (probably brass) to the new Owner. There is a small ding on the back at the bottom corner.consistent with use, Does not effect this item.

This is a true find from Urban's Mine

Enjoy, have fun and happy hunting!

Item ID: DRSTsamovarWanieK