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Large Camphor Campaign Trunk

19th century
Sold 26 January 2025 · John Howkins Antiques
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A large 19th. Century camphor wood campaign trunk with protective brass straps, cartouche and lock plates. The lid lifts to a useful storage area and each end has brass carrying handles. The trunk benefits from dovetailed joints, good patina and is an ideal size to be used as a coffee table. Condition- good, with one or two bumps & bruises associated with age & use, no keys. Dimensions:- Width..43''/ 109cm. Depth…22''/ 56cm. Height…22''/ 56cm. Delivery to most of U.K. £55

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Camphor Campaign Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1050166
Dealers Internal Reference
24520
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Description
A large 19th. Century camphor wood campaign trunk with protective brass straps, cartouche and lock plates. The lid lifts to a useful storage area and each end has brass carrying handles.
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The trunk benefits from dovetailed joints, good patina and is an ideal size to be used as a coffee table.
John Howkins Antiques

Condition- good, with one or two bumps & bruises associated with age & use, no keys. Dimensions:- Width..43''/ 109cm. Depth…22''/ 56cm. Height…22''/ 56cm. Delivery to most of U.K. £55

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Camphor Campaign Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1050166
Dealers Internal Ref
24520
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Camphor Campaign Trunk

Archive II A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View II
Archive III A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View III
Archive IV A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View IV
Archive V A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View V
Archive VI A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View IX
Archive X A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock. View X
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2010
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John Howkins Antiques
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A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock.
Large Camphor Campaign Trunk
Ref: SA1050166
A rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk featuring exposed dovetail joints, flush brass recessed handles, corner brackets, and a central latch lock.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrunks and Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Recessed brass handles, Dovetail joints, Central latch lock
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Campaign trunks were portable furnishings utilised by military officers and travellers during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries. Designed for durability and ease of transport, these pieces often feature reinforced corners and recessed handles.

Authentic campaign chests are typically constructed from dense, aromatic hardwoods such as camphor or teak to deter insects. Construction standardly incorporates brass strapping, flush handles, and corner brackets to withstand the rigours of transit.

Authentication relies on examining hand-cut dovetail joints, patinated brass hardware, and the distinct natural aroma of the wood. Period pieces often feature maker marks, embedded brass escutcheons, and construction traits consistent with British colonial trade.

A campaign trunk functions effectively as a coffee table or at the foot of a bed, adding textural contrast and practical storage to contemporary living spaces. Its clean lines and metallic accents complement both minimalist and eclectic design schemes.

Preservation requires dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding direct sunlight and excessive heat, which can dry out the timber. Applying natural beeswax periodically helps maintain the lustre of the wood without sealing the grain.
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