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Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk
FB Antiques
for sale €1,463     $1,588
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Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk

19th century
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Description

For sale is a good quality Victorian walnut campaign travelling desk, opening to a maroon leather interior, the frame remains in very good condition for its age. The original interior is quite worn, please see pictures.

Closed = Width: 62cm Depth: 38cm Height: 96cm

Open = Width: 62cm Depth: 62cm Height: 78cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk to the Victorian era.

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SA1004034
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S27-922
Description
For sale is a good quality Victorian walnut campaign travelling desk, opening to a maroon leather interior, the frame remains in very good condition for its age. The original interior is quite worn, please see pictures.

Closed = Width: 62cm Depth: 38cm Height: 96cm

Open = Width: 62cm Depth: 62cm Height: 78cm

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk to the Victorian era.

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SA1004034
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A Victorian warm brown walnut campaign travelling desk supported on a folding X-frame stand.
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Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk

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Telephone 01245 401 210
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Rawlings Farm Buildings
Unit 7 Main Road
Rettendon Common
Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8DY
United Kingdom
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A Victorian warm brown walnut campaign travelling desk supported on a folding X-frame stand.
Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk
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A Victorian warm brown walnut campaign travelling desk supported on a folding X-frame stand.
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A campaign travelling desk is a portable writing station designed for military officers and travellers during the 19th century. These pieces feature folding mechanisms or compact constructions to allow easy transport and setup while travelling.

Victorian campaign furniture was primarily constructed from durable hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and teak. They frequently incorporated brass fittings, hinged mechanisms, and folding trestle or X-frame bases designed to withstand travel.

Authentic Victorian campaign desks typically feature flush-mounted hardware, folding or collapsible frames, hand-cut joinery, and evidence of historical wear consistent with portable use.

Position the desk as an occasional writing spot or accent piece in a hallway, bedroom alcove, or study. Its compact footprint allows it to function effectively in smaller spaces alongside classic or modern seating.

Maintain antique walnut by dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying beeswax polish periodically to protect the finish. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to prevent wood movement.
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