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Object Name |
Samovar |
Source |
Iowa Jewish Historical Society |
Iowa History Era Tag |
Prosperity to the Depression (1897-1939) |
Chronological Tag |
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930) |
Catalog Number |
2018.014.006 |
Credit line |
Iowa Jewish Historical Society - Waukee, Iowa |
Description |
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. |
Additional Research & Sources |
Originating in Russia, traditional samovars were heated by coals or charcoal, however modern samovars can be heated with electricity. |
Notes on Related Objects |
Object is related to the following library resources, which can be found by searching the catalog number in the advanced search section: Catalog #: 2018.045.151- Hastie’s History of Dallas County, Iowa |
Primary/Secondary Source |
General primary source |
County Tag |
Dallas |
Multimedia Links |
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Search Terms |
Arts & Culture Immigrants Poland Tea Samovars |
Legal Status |
Ownership of this resource is held by the Iowa Jewish Historical Society and has been provided here for educational purposes only, specifically for use in the Iowa Museum Association's "Teaching Iowa History" project. It may not be downloaded, reproduced or distributed in any format without written permission from the Rights Holder. For information on U.S. and International copyright laws, consult an attorney. |
