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Camphor Wood Campaign Chest
Moxhams Antiques
for sale €1,463     $1,588
£1,250
Moxhams Antiques

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    Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.
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Camphor Wood Campaign Chest

19th century
For Sale by Moxhams Antiques
Description

Camphor wood campaign chest

Chinese made camphor wood campaign chest with brass corners, carrying handles at each end, a lock with a brass key plate and a recessed brass handle at the front to lift the lid by.

Camphor wood was used because the smell of the camphor oil in the timber was a deterrent to insects.

Camphor trunks come in different sizes, the small one on top is not included in the price.

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
73.5cm (28.94")
Declaration

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Chest to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126759
Dealers Internal Reference
S29
Dealers Notes

Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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Open 10am - 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday, but please let us know that you are coming.

Description
Camphor wood campaign chest
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Chinese made camphor wood campaign chest with brass corners, carrying handles at each end, a lock with a brass key plate and a recessed brass handle at the front to lift the lid by.
Moxhams Antiques

Camphor wood was used because the smell of the camphor oil in the timber was a deterrent to insects.

Camphor trunks come in different sizes, the small one on top is not included in the price.

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
73.5cm (28.94")
Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Chest to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1126759
Dealers Internal Ref
S29
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Moxhams Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon.
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Archive I An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon.

Camphor Wood Campaign Chest

Archive II An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon. View II
Archive III An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon. View III
Archive IV An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon. View IV
Archive V An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon. View V
Archive VI An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon. View VI
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Moxhams Antiques

Moxhams Antiques
Telephone Shop 01225 862789 / Evenings 01225 783199
Location
17 Silver Street
Bradford on Avon
Wiltshire
BA15 1JZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/moxhams
Verified Since Aug 2009
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Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
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An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon.
Camphor Wood Campaign Chest
Ref: SA1126759
An antique rectangular camphor wood campaign chest featuring recessed brass handles, corner brackets, and a central brass escutcheon.
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FAQs

Campaign furniture was designed to be dismantled or easily transported by military officers while on active service overseas. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, these pieces combined durable hardwoods with flush-fitted metal hardware to withstand constant movement.

Camphor wood was preferred for maritime trunks because its natural aromatic oils repelled moths, wood-boring insects, and mildew during long sea voyages, protecting textiles and papers stored inside.

Authentic pieces feature heavy hand-cast brass corner brackets, flush-mounted carrying handles, inset escutcheons, and dovetailed joinery. A distinct aromatic scent when opened often confirms genuine camphor wood.

A campaign chest functions well as a central coffee table, an entry console, or a blanket box positioned at the foot of a bed, adding historical character to contemporary living spaces.

Apply clear beeswax polish periodically along the grain of the timber to maintain moisture. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners on the brass fittings to preserve their historical oxidisation and natural patina.
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