Hingstons of Wilton has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
This Large Victorian teak military chest was made circa 1875.
All his precious items, uniforms and personal pieces would be packed into this before going overseas.
The exterior is teak, a timber that is resistant to sea water, hard enough to withstand the demands of its carriage by ship, wagon or beast and the rough handling it would receive by the porters as it was moved.
The interior is lined in Camphorwood this gives off the delicate perfume that deter insects as it travelled through India and the Far East.
The brass corners and fittings are made to a higher specification than you normally see on such trunks. The corners and straps are screwed in, this is not the norm as usually they are nailed in, this points to the best grade of workmanship.
To each end is a large brass carrying handle, the lid has a pair of flush brass lifting handles.
The lid lifts to allow access into the vast storage area.
Imagine this as a centrepiece as a coffee table as well as an important storage option around your home.
107cms wide 42ins
60cms deep 23 1/2ins
52cms high 20 1/2ins
All Measurements are as accurate as possible.
Delivery
UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.
On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with
This Large Victorian teak military chest is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.
We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
Guarantee
This Large Victorian teak military chest carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the best items of the best design and condition suitable to be placed in our quality stock.
PRICE MATCHING
Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.
When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.
We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
Hingstons Distance selling policy.
Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.
Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.
Items remain on sale until payment is received.
Hingstons of Wilton has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Large Victorian teak military chest
