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Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
for sale €930     $1,010
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Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk

19th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

A fine example of a 19th-century military campaign trunk, crafted around 1850 from solid camphor wood.

The sturdy rectangular trunk features brass corner reinforcements and straps, which not only enhance its robustness but also add to its timeless aesthetic. Brass carry handles are fitted on either side, allowing for easy transport.

The hinged lid lifts to reveal a spacious interior, complete with a built-in candle box—a thoughtful design element typical of the era, providing a dedicated space for storing candles or small essentials. The interior retains its distinct camphor wood aroma, a highly valued characteristic in Victorian times, as camphor wood was known for its natural moth-repellent properties, helping to protect clothing and other stored items.

This versatile trunk is in very good condition, ready to be used in the home. Its flat top and generous proportions make it an excellent coffee table, providing both functionality and historical charm. Whether used for storage, as a statement piece, or as a functional furnishing, this antique campaign chest is a remarkable example of 19th-century furniture.

W 96.5cm (38")

D 47.5cm (18.75")

H 46cm (18")

Interior

W 92.5cm

D 43.5cm

H 31cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
96.5cm (37.99")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk to the 1850s.

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SA1128991
Dealers Internal Reference
ONE250307B
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Description
A fine example of a 19th-century military campaign trunk, crafted around 1850 from solid camphor wood.
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The sturdy rectangular trunk features brass corner reinforcements and straps, which not only enhance its robustness but also add to its timeless aesthetic.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

Brass carry handles are fitted on either side, allowing for easy transport.

fig 1. An antique camphor wood military campaign trunk with protective brass corner straps, flush brass fittings, and side carrying handles.
fig 1. Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk

The hinged lid lifts to reveal a spacious interior, complete with a built-in candle box—a thoughtful design element typical of the era, providing a dedicated space for storing candles or small essentials. The interior retains its distinct camphor wood aroma, a highly valued characteristic in Victorian times, as camphor wood was known for its natural moth-repellent properties, helping to protect clothing and other stored items.

fig 2. An antique camphor wood military campaign trunk with protective brass corner straps, flush brass fittings, and side carrying handles.
fig 2. Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk

This versatile trunk is in very good condition, ready to be used in the home. Its flat top and generous proportions make it an excellent coffee table, providing both functionality and historical charm. Whether used for storage, as a statement piece, or as a functional furnishing, this antique campaign chest is a remarkable example of 19th-century furniture.

W 96.5cm (38")

D 47.5cm (18.75")

H 46cm (18")

Interior

W 92.5cm

D 43.5cm

H 31cm

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
96.5cm (37.99")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1128991
Dealers Internal Ref
ONE250307B
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Specialists in all periods of english furniture

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An antique camphor wood military campaign trunk with protective brass corner straps, flush brass fittings, and side carrying handles.
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Military campaign trunks were manufactured during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries for British military officers stationed abroad. Designed for frequent transit across the British Empire, these pieces prioritized durability, compact transportability, and resistance to varied climates.

These trunks were commonly constructed from robust hardwoods such as camphor wood, teak, or mahogany. Camphor wood was specifically favoured due to its natural aromatic oils, which repelled insects, pests, and moths during long maritime voyages.

Authentic campaign trunks feature flush-fitting brass corners, inset brass handles, and recessed locks designed to prevent damage during transport. Construction typically includes heavy dovetail joinery, exposed brass straps, and side carrying handles.

A campaign trunk serves as a central coffee table in a living room, a blanket storage box at the foot of a bed, or a structural focal point in an entryway. The warm wood grain and brass details complement both traditional and modern eclectic interiors.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality bees wax polish along the grain annually. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or fading of the natural finish.
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