urn

A hollow container similar to a vase, covered with a lid, which is often used as both a decorative piece and a receptacle. The term urn usually refers to funerary vases used for containing the ashes of a deceased after cremation, but it can also indicate a vessel for serving liquid, especially tea (such as a samovar). Urns are made ouf of a variety of materials such as clay, silver, or brass.