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Description

A brass-bound teak military mampaign chest converted into a coffee table from circa 1870 featuring six drawers of varying sizes. Combining practicality with historic charm, this piece showcases brass accents and sturdy teak construction, making it both a functional storage solution and a unique coffee table.

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

102.5cm (40.35")

Depth

47cm (18.50")

Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1084462

Dealers Internal Reference

44964

Description

A brass-bound teak military mampaign chest converted into a coffee table from circa 1870 featuring six drawers of varying sizes.

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Combining practicality with historic charm, this piece showcases brass accents and sturdy teak construction, making it both a functional storage solution and a unique coffee table.

The Old Cinema

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

102.5cm (40.35")

Depth

47cm (18.50")

Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1084462

Dealers Internal Ref

44964

About the Dealer

The Old Cinema

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A rectangular teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner brackets, strapwork, and recessed flush handles across multiple drawers.

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United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectChests of Drawers
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialTeak, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBrass corner brackets, Recessed flush handles, Strapwork hinges, Dovetail joinery
SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 102.5 cm (40 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Campaign chests were specifically designed for British military officers on active service during the 18th and 19th centuries, engineered to be easily dismantled and transported during travel.

These pieces typically utilise durable, moisture-resistant hardwoods such as teak or mahogany, reinforced with brass corners, straps, and flush-fitting recessed handles to withstand rigorous transport.

Authentic pieces often feature two-part stacking construction with side carrying handles, dovetail joints, brass screw caps, and maker stamps or serial numbers on the drawer linings.

A campaign chest works well as a statement piece in a study, living room, or bedroom, serving as a functional surface that adds architectural interest and historical warmth to modern schemes.

Maintain the wood by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive heat fluctuations, occasionally treating the surface with natural beeswax while keeping the brass polished with appropriate metal cleaners.