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Antique Teak & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
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Antique Teak & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 11 September 2024 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

A fantastic antique teak & brass military campaign chest of drawers. This dates from around the 1840-1860 period.

It is of amazing quality and is a very useful size, with lots of storage space. This sits on nicely turned legs and the chest comes apart in two pieces for ease of transport, as is typical of these military chests.

We have had this re-polished, the teak retains a gorgeous patina and colour tone, with various small marks here and there remaining beneath the polish.

Width – 39 inches , 100 cm

Depth – 18 inches , 46 cm

Height – 41 inches , 105 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1029064
Dealers Internal Reference
8873
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Description
A fantastic antique teak & brass military campaign chest of drawers. This dates from around the 1840-1860 period.

It is of amazing quality and is a very useful size, with lots of storage space.

“
This sits on nicely turned legs and the chest comes apart in two pieces for ease of transport, as is typical of these military chests.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique teak campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a two-section stacking design raised on turned feet.
fig 1. Antique Teak & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

We have had this re-polished, the teak retains a gorgeous patina and colour tone, with various small marks here and there remaining beneath the polish.

Width – 39 inches , 100 cm

Depth – 18 inches , 46 cm

Height – 41 inches , 105 cm

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1029064
Dealers Internal Ref
8873
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique teak campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a two-section stacking design raised on turned feet.
Antique Teak & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Two-section modular construction, Turned feet
  • SizeH 105 cm (41 in) x W 100 cm (39 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

Campaign furniture was designed for British military officers on the move during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries, engineered to dismantle easily for transport.

Authentic pieces are predominantly constructed from dense tropical hardwoods like teak or mahogany, chosen for durability against humidity, and fitted with brass corners and recessed handles to prevent snagging.

Key indicators include two-part stacking construction with carrying side-handles, dovetail joinery, flush recessed brass hardware, and secret compartments or dust flaps between sections.

These functional chests work effectively as focal points in bedrooms or living areas, pairing well with contemporary minimalist decor to highlight their architectural lines and metallic accents.

Maintain the wood with occasional applications of natural beeswax, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and protect the brass hardware with gentle cleaning cloths to preserve the natural patina.
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