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Antique Teak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
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Antique Teak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 11 February 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

An outstanding antique teak military campaign chest of drawers, dating from around the 1860-1880 period.

The quality is absolutely amazing, this is a very smart and very useful item. This has lovely inset brass military handles, and lots of storage space, all the drawers have fine hand cut dovetailed joints. There are beautiful brass fixtures throughout, and this comes apart in two pieces for ease of transport.

We have just had this re-polished, it is in very good condition for its age. There is just some very minor wear and a few marks remaining here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 36 inches , 91 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 50 cm

Height – 42 inches , 105 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121790
Dealers Internal Reference
9868
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Description
An outstanding antique teak military campaign chest of drawers, dating from around the 1860-1880 period.

The quality is absolutely amazing, this is a very smart and very useful item.

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This has lovely inset brass military handles, and lots of storage space, all the drawers have fine hand cut dovetailed joints.
Marylebone Antiques

There are beautiful brass fixtures throughout, and this comes apart in two pieces for ease of transport.

fig 1. An antique teak military campaign chest of drawers featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and raised turned feet.
fig 1. Antique Teak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

We have just had this re-polished, it is in very good condition for its age. There is just some very minor wear and a few marks remaining here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 36 inches , 91 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 50 cm

Height – 42 inches , 105 cm

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1121790
Dealers Internal Ref
9868
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique teak military campaign chest of drawers featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and raised turned feet.
Antique Teak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Sectional construction, Turned feet
  • SizeH 105 cm (41 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

A military campaign chest is a type of modular furniture designed to be easily dismantled and transported by British military officers during the 18th and 19th centuries. These pieces were typically constructed in two or more sections to facilitate travel on horseback, ships, or wagons.

Traditional campaign furniture is predominantly constructed from durable hardwoods such as teak or mahogany, chosen for their resistance to tropical climates. Key construction features include recessed brass handles and corner brackets to prevent snagging during transit, dovetailed joints, and a sectional build.

Authentic pieces usually feature hand-cut dovetailing, solid hardwood secondary timbers, brass hardware secured with slotted screws rather than modern fixings, and structural divisions that allow the chest to separate into distinct modular sections.

A campaign chest serves as a practical focal point in a bedroom, living room, or study, offering substantial storage while adding historical character. Its clean lines and metallic brass accents complement both contemporary minimalist spaces and eclectic traditional schemes.

Preserve antique teak by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting. Maintain the wood using high-quality beeswax or furniture polish applied sparingly with a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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