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Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk
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Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

19th century
Sold 30 December 2024 · Hingstons of Wilton
This “Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk” found a buyer.

It was listed by Hingstons of Wilton. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk

This Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk was made circa 1870.

It would have been purchased by a British officer who was in service in the Far East.

These were made of camphorwood, a timber that gives off a beautiful perfume, that we adore but the insects and moths avoid. This meant the uniforms would not get attacked by these insects.

The trunk with the lifting lid that opens to reveal full storage inside.

The exterior has brass straps to protect the chest as it was loaded onto wagons, carts, and ships.

To each end is a brass carrying handle, so that the local helpers could carry it easily.

These Victorian camphorwood campaign trunks make great coffee tables and conversation pieces. They also can be used as great storage at the end of a bed or in an alcove or bay window.

It is always great when families come into my shop and a piece like this sparks people’s imaginations as to what campaigns these have been through. The thoughts of it being manhandled off wagons in remote outposts in India or other parts of the long-gone British Empire.

Dimensions

99cms wide 39ins

48cms deep 19ins

44cms high 17 1/4ins

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 Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk 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 Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk 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 items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into 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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Camphorwood Campaign Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1093566
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision 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 that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk

This Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk was made circa 1870.

It would have been purchased by a British officer who was in service in the Far East.

“
These were made of camphorwood, a timber that gives off a beautiful perfume, that we adore but the insects and moths avoid.
Hingstons of Wilton

This meant the uniforms would not get attacked by these insects.

fig 1. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 1. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

The trunk with the lifting lid that opens to reveal full storage inside.

The exterior has brass straps to protect the chest as it was loaded onto wagons, carts, and ships.

To each end is a brass carrying handle, so that the local helpers could carry it easily.

fig 2. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 2. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

These Victorian camphorwood campaign trunks make great coffee tables and conversation pieces. They also can be used as great storage at the end of a bed or in an alcove or bay window.

It is always great when families come into my shop and a piece like this sparks people’s imaginations as to what campaigns these have been through. The thoughts of it being manhandled off wagons in remote outposts in India or other parts of the long-gone British Empire.

fig 3. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 3. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

Dimensions

99cms wide 39ins

48cms deep 19ins

44cms high 17 1/4ins

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.

fig 4. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 4. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

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

fig 5. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 5. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

This Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk 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.

fig 6. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 6. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

Guarantee

This Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk 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 items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

fig 7. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 7. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

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.

fig 8. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 8. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

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.

fig 9. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
fig 9. Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

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.

Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Camphorwood Campaign Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1093566
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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Location
The Old Bell House
2 Shaftesbury Road
Wilton
Salisbury
Wiltshire
England
SP2 0DR
United Kingdom
Verified Since Mar 2010
Items For Sale 101
Items Sold 1,904
Hingstons of Wilton
Verified Since Mar 2010
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Location: The Old Bell House, 2 Shaftesbury Road, Wilton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, SP2 0DR, United Kingdom
Verified
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For Sale
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Sold
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A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk
Ref: SA1093566
A rectangular Victorian camphorwood campaign trunk featuring polished brass corner brackets and flush-fitting recessed handles.
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  • ObjectStorage Trunks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCamphorwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Recessed flush handles, Dovetailed joints, Central key escutcheon
  • SizeH 44 cm (17 in) x W 99 cm (39 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

Campaign chests were portable furniture pieces designed to be easily dismantled and transported by military officers during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries.

They were typically constructed from durable exotic hardwoods such as camphorwood, teak, or mahogany, and reinforced with brass corners, straps, and recessed handles to withstand rigorous travel.

Authentic pieces often feature dovetailed joints, hand-hammered brass screws, maker marks, split-carcase construction, and natural insect-repelling timber aromas like camphor.

A campaign trunk works effectively as a coffee table in a living room, providing hidden storage while introducing rich wood tones and metallic hardware accents.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying a quality beeswax to nourish the finish.
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