Vintage copper saucepan produced by the Vulkan factory, part of the Tremass Trust in Leningrad, dated 1931. The body is crafted from thick copper, showcasing a warm, time-worn patina that speaks to both its age and durability. The embossed inscription on the side reads in Russian: "ТРЕМАСС ЗАВОД ВУЛКАН ЛЕНИНГРАД 1931". It is very rare and cool example of early Soviet industrial design. Museum level piece.
The handle appears to be made of steel or iron, forged in a minimalist, utilitarian style typical of the era. Its long, slender shape suggests it was designed for use in a professional kitchen or industrial setting, offering both reach and control. This piece is not only a functional object but also a historical artifact, it's a testament to the craftsmanship and material integrity of early Soviet manufacturing under the Tremass Trust. Its rarity and well-preserved markings make it a collectible item of real historical value.
Dimensions: Height max with holder is 16 cm, Diameter is 20 cm. Excellent vintage condition, which is rare for Tremass pieces. Weight is 1.7 kg.
A lid of Finnish manufacture from the first half of the 20th century is included free of charge with the saucepan.
Why buy Early Soviet Vintage Tremass?
In the early 1920s, amidst the tumultuous post-revolutionary period, the Soviet government sought to consolidate and streamline its industrial assets. On December 30, 1921, by order of the North-Western Regional Bureau of Industry, the State Regional Trust of Leningrad Mass Production Plants, known as "Tremass," was established in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg).
This conglomerate unified several pre-revolutionary enterprises, including the renowned "Eduard" factory, the "Vulkan" plant, and the "Krasny Gvozdilshchik" (Red Nail Maker). These factories were nationalized and integrated into Tremass to bolster mass production capabilities in the nascent Soviet economy.
The "Eduard" factory, originally founded in 1899 by merchant Eduard Dietwald, had a distinguished reputation for crafting high-quality gold and silver items, including orders and academic insignia. Under Tremass, it was rebranded as the "Artistic Stamping Plant named after Comrade Romensky."
This facility continued to produce exquisite items such as tableware, podstakanniki (glass holders), and decorative badges, maintaining a standard of craftsmanship that rendered these items both rare and highly valued by collectors and historians alike.
