Hello,

Im trying to help my dad ID this silver decorative pot that my dad had picked up a while ago. He was told it was an “Antique Chinese Samovar” but there are other pieces that make him believe differently. Here are the reasons:

1.) The “pumpkin” design?
2.) The pump mechanism
3.) The narrow nozzle on the spout
4.) It appears that it may fit on top of another device

There are no markings as far as he can tell. But, if anyone can help give us some background on this piece or help with identifying it, it would be truly appreciated 🙂
Thanks,

Philip

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