Antique Furniture Direct has dated this piece to the 1870s.
It has brass strap work and brass corners and it has useful brass carry handles to the sides. In beautifully figured camphorwood with good colour and patina, the top is inscribed BRUST, probably a sea campaign chest, but would now make a wonderful coffee table.
Construction/Wood:
Camphorwood
Condition Report:
Good condition with good patina and colour. Wear and Marks to the top commensurate with age. Some splits to the brass corners in places. Lacking candle box.
Dimensions:
Height: 39cm
Width: 84cm
Depth: 42cm
Internal: 80cm Wide x 38cm Deep X 26cm High
Antique Furniture Direct has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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Victorian Camphorwood Campaign Chest
