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Chinese Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest
Shackladys Antiques
for sale €6,318     $6,858
£5,400
Shackladys Antiques

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Chinese Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest

19th century
Description

19th Century Chinese camphor wood secretaire campaign chest In two sections, the secretaire frieze drawer with fall-front writing surface and various compartments, above two short and two long drawers, enclosed by reeded corners, with solid brass carrying handles to the sides. The front decoration with Chinese symbols with the meaning of double happiness represented

Dimensions

Height 44 Inches

Width 42.5 Inches

Depth 21.5 Inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1012625
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Description
19th Century Chinese camphor wood secretaire campaign chest In two sections, the secretaire frieze drawer with fall-front writing surface and various compartments, above two short and two long drawers, enclosed by reeded corners, with solid brass carrying handles to the sides. The front decoration with Chinese symbols with the meaning of double happiness represented

Dimensions

Height 44 Inches

Width 42.5 Inches

Depth 21.5 Inches

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1012625
Shackladys Antiques
Shackladys Antiques
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An antique Anglo-Chinese camphor wood military campaign secretaire chest featuring brass hardware, carved details, side carrying handles, and turned feet.
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Archive I An antique Anglo-Chinese camphor wood military campaign secretaire chest featuring brass hardware, carved details, side carrying handles, and turned feet.

Chinese Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest

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Archive IV Scale Reference for An antique Anglo-Chinese camphor wood military campaign secretaire chest featuring brass hardware, carved details, side carrying handles, and turned feet.
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Telephone 01244 316 394 or 07769 200 346
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34 Spital Walk
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5DB
United Kingdom
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Shackladys Antiques
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Location: 34 Spital Walk, Boughton, Chester, CH3 5DB, United Kingdom, By appointment only
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An antique Anglo-Chinese camphor wood military campaign secretaire chest featuring brass hardware, carved details, side carrying handles, and turned feet.
Chinese Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest
Ref: SA1012625
An antique Anglo-Chinese camphor wood military campaign secretaire chest featuring brass hardware, carved details, side carrying handles, and turned feet.
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A military campaign secretaire chest is a two-section chest of drawers designed to be disassembled for easy transport by military officers during deployment. It incorporates a drop-down drawer that functions as a writing desk, combining storage and workspace in a compact form.

Anglo-Chinese campaign pieces were commonly crafted from aromatic camphor wood or teak, chosen for their durability and natural resistance to pests. Flush brass hardware, including recessed handles and corner brackets, was installed to protect the piece from damage during transit.

Authentic pieces feature two distinct splitting sections, flush-mounted brass handles, sturdy iron or brass side carrying handles, and strapwork designed to sit flush with the timber. Check for hand-cut dovetail joints and original locks consistent with 19th-century cabinetmaking.

Position the chest against a neutral wall in a home office, hallway, or living area to highlight its wood grain and brass hardware. Complement the piece with classic leather accessories, simple lamps, or botanical prints for a refined space.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish periodically to nourish the timber. Keep the chest away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent cracking or fading of the wood finish.
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