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Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest
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Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

19th century
Sold 20 May 2025 · Hingstons of Wilton
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Description

Victorian camphorwood military chest

This Victorian camphorwood military chest was made circa 1890.

It is made in 2 parts to allow for easy transportation to and around your home.

This chest would have been commissioned by an officer when first stationed in the Far East.

Made in camphor wood, a timber that was used as it repelled insects, moths etc that would eat the uniforms and other equipment and papers whilst posted abroad.

This handsome military chest has a fine line inlay around the drawers, and the brass protective strapping to the corners and around the top. The sides are fitted the original brass carrying handles.

Having 2 half width drawers and a further deep long drawer in the top section and a further 2 deep full width drawers in the lower section. You will be able to store so much in this marvellous Military chest.

Imagine the stories this chest could tell and what scrapes it survived.

Dimensions

106cms wide 41 1/2ins

48.5cms deep 19ins

125cms high 49 1/4ins

Whilst we take care measuring the sizes may be slightly different

The clock illustrated is for photographic purposes and not part of the sale

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 military chest 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 military chest 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
125cm (49.21")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1099245
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 military chest

This Victorian camphorwood military chest was made circa 1890.

It is made in 2 parts to allow for easy transportation to and around your home.

This chest would have been commissioned by an officer when first stationed in the Far East.

“
Made in camphor wood, a timber that was used as it repelled insects, moths etc that would eat the uniforms and other equipment and papers whilst posted abroad.
Hingstons of Wilton
fig 1. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 1. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

This handsome military chest has a fine line inlay around the drawers, and the brass protective strapping to the corners and around the top. The sides are fitted the original brass carrying handles.

Having 2 half width drawers and a further deep long drawer in the top section and a further 2 deep full width drawers in the lower section. You will be able to store so much in this marvellous Military chest.

fig 2. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 2. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

Imagine the stories this chest could tell and what scrapes it survived.

Dimensions

106cms wide 41 1/2ins

48.5cms deep 19ins

125cms high 49 1/4ins

Whilst we take care measuring the sizes may be slightly different

fig 3. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 3. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

The clock illustrated is for photographic purposes and not part of the sale

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 military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 4. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

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 military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 5. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

This Victorian camphorwood military chest 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 military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 6. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

Guarantee

This Victorian camphorwood military chest 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 military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 7. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

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 military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 8. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

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 military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 9. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

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.

fig 10. A rectangular Victorian camphorwood military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
fig 10. Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

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
125cm (49.21")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1099245
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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A rectangular Victorian camphorwood military chest with brass recessed handles and corner brackets, shown with a small wooden clock on top.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Campaign
  • MaterialCamphorwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Two-section modular construction
  • SizeH 125 cm (49 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 48.5 cm (19 in)

Campaign chests originated during the late 18th and 19th centuries for British military officers who required modular, sturdy furniture that could withstand frequent transport during colonial campaigns.

They were typically crafted from durable tropical hardwoods such as camphorwood, teak, or mahogany, fitted with recessed brass handles and corner brackets to prevent snagging and damage during transit.

Authentic pieces usually feature two-part stacking construction with side carrying handles, dovetail joints, brass strapwork, and maker marks or stamps on the drawer linings or brasses.

A campaign chest functions well as a distinctive bedside table, hallway console, or living room storage unit, pairing effectively with contemporary minimalist decor to add historical texture.

Maintain the wood by avoiding direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, applying a microcrystalline wax periodically, and cleaning gently with a soft, dry cloth.
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