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Military Campaign Desk
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Military Campaign Desk

19th century
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An excellent example of a small size miltary campaign desk. Solid Mahogany, each pedestal with three drawers with flush fitting brass handles, the top retaining the original cloth liner and with a single, full width drawer into which the three-part gallery is stowed for carriage. English circa 1880.

w:50.25 in x d: 24.25 in x h:30 in (+ 1.5 in for the gallery).

The kneehole measures w:18 in x h:23.75 in

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Walpoles has dated this Mahogany Military Campaign Desk to the 1880s.

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An excellent example of a small size miltary campaign desk. Solid Mahogany, each pedestal with three drawers with flush fitting brass handles, the top retaining the original cloth liner and with a single, full width drawer into which the three-part gallery is stowed for carriage. English circa 1880.

w:50.25 in x d: 24.25 in x h:30 in (+ 1.5 in for the gallery).

The kneehole measures w:18 in x h:23.75 in

Date of Manufacture

Walpoles has dated this Mahogany Military Campaign Desk to the 1880s.

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SA1069963
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4445
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An antique mahogany military campaign pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with recessed brass handles, a gallery top, and turned feet.
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An antique mahogany military campaign pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with recessed brass handles, a gallery top, and turned feet.
Military Campaign Desk
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An antique mahogany military campaign pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with recessed brass handles, a gallery top, and turned feet.
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A military campaign desk is a item of portable office furniture designed specifically for military officers to use while travelling or on campaign. Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries, these pieces typically feature collapsible or modular construction with flush-fitting hardware to prevent damage during transport.

Campaign furniture was traditionally constructed from robust, dense hardwoods such as mahogany or teak to withstand frequent transit and varied climates. Fittings were made from heavy cast brass, counter-sunk flush with the timber surface to prevent snagging.

Authentic campaign pieces feature recessed or flush-mounted brass handles and corner brackets, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, and often split into two distinct pedestal sections or detachable components for transport. Original brass hardware will display natural oxidisation.

A campaign desk serves as a focal point in a dedicated home office, gentlemans library, or study space. Complement the dark mahogany tone with modern leather seating, brass task lighting, and neutral wall colours to highlight the geometric structure.

Maintain timber finishes by dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish along the wood grain twice yearly. Protect the wood from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent drying, warping, or fading.
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