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Mid C19th Brass-bound Teak 2-Part Military Campaign Chest of Drawers .
For sale by M Lees and Sons
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Mid C19th Brass-bound Teak 2-Part Military Campaign Chest of Drawers .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Mid C19th brass-bound teak 2-part military campaign chest of drawers .

Raised on turned feet, the 2 short and 3 long drawer chest constructed in two parts for ease of movement and transportation.

All drawers fitted with atmospherically aged and patinated rectangular inset brass handles , the long drawers fitted with brass escutcheons and locks ( keys lacking) . The corners all fitted with brass strapping for strength and protection.

The top fitted with an unusual brass-hinged and folding detachable three-quarter teak gallery upstand .

The whole in excellent original condition with a rich colour and patina , having been cleaned and waxed in our workshops. Minor marks and dents commensurate with age , use and purpose.

A capacious chest of drawers of practical scale and proportions .

H 47”

W 37”

D 17”

England c.1870

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Brass Bound Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 08545804
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Hand-cut drawer dovetails: cabinet work before machine cutting.
Flush recessed brass handles: hardware designed for sea transport and military service.
Original slotted screws throughout the mounts: fixings made before modern cross-head screws.
Two-part stacking case: made to divide into halves for transport.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1077972
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 247
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Mid C19th brass-bound teak 2-part military campaign chest of drawers .
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Raised on turned feet, the 2 short and 3 long drawer chest constructed in two parts for ease of movement and transportation.
M Lees and Sons

All drawers fitted with atmospherically aged and patinated rectangular inset brass handles , the long drawers fitted with brass escutcheons and locks ( keys lacking) . The corners all fitted with brass strapping for strength and protection.

fig 1. A mid-nineteenth century brass-bound teak campaign chest of drawers featuring two-part construction, recessed brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
fig 1. Mid C19th Brass-bound Teak 2-Part Military Campaign Chest of Drawers .

The top fitted with an unusual brass-hinged and folding detachable three-quarter teak gallery upstand .

The whole in excellent original condition with a rich colour and patina , having been cleaned and waxed in our workshops. Minor marks and dents commensurate with age , use and purpose.

A capacious chest of drawers of practical scale and proportions .

H 47”

W 37”

D 17”

England c.1870

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Brass Bound Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 08545804
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Hand-cut drawer dovetails: cabinet work before machine cutting.
Flush recessed brass handles: hardware designed for sea transport and military service.
Original slotted screws throughout the mounts: fixings made before modern cross-head screws.
Two-part stacking case: made to divide into halves for transport.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1077972
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 247
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A mid-nineteenth century brass-bound teak campaign chest of drawers featuring two-part construction, recessed brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.

Mid C19th Brass-bound Teak 2-Part Military Campaign Chest of Drawers .

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Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2013
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A mid-nineteenth century brass-bound teak campaign chest of drawers featuring two-part construction, recessed brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
Mid C19th brass-bound teak 2-part military campaign chest of drawers .
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Military
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Flush brass handles, Two-part split construction, Turned feet
  • SizeH 120 cm (47 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

This Victorian military campaign chest of drawers originates from nineteenth century England, constructed from teak with a warm brown timber colour and finished with wax. The piece comprises a two-part split configuration containing two short drawers above three long drawers, all fitted with rectangular inset brass handles, brass escutcheons, and locks. Protective brass corner brackets reinforce the structure, while a folding detachable three-quarter teak gallery upstand surmounts the top, and the entire unit rests on turned feet. The chest measures 120 cm high, 94 cm wide, and 44 cm deep. Practical proportions make this chest suitable for placement in a bedroom, study, or hallway as a storage unit for clothing, linens, or paperwork. The modular two-part design facilitates movement around the home or between rooms, while the spacious drawer arrangement accommodates everyday household items. Atmospheric ageing, minor marks, and dents are visible on the surfaces, reflecting the utilitarian history of campaign furniture while maintaining practical functionality for contemporary interiors.

FAQs

Designed for military officers on active service, these chests were constructed in two separable sections with flush brass hardware to survive transport across the British Empire during the nineteenth century.

Campaign chests were predominantly crafted from durable hardwoods such as teak, mahogany, or camphor wood, reinforced with protective brass corner straps and inset flush handles.

Authentic pieces feature a two-part split design, flush brass corner mounts and drop handles, side carrying handles, and detachable turned feet allowing easier transit.

A campaign chest functions as storage in a hallway, study, or bedroom, pairing effectively with leather seating, dark wood panelling, or crisp contemporary decor.

Clean the wood surfaces using a soft cloth and apply beeswax polish periodically, while avoiding abrasive polishes on the brass fittings to preserve natural oxidisation.
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