What is a campaign chest of drawers?

A campaign chest of drawers is portable furniture designed specifically for military officers during travel and overseas deployment in the 18th and 19th centuries.

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19th Century Oak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, C1840

Name: 19th Century Oak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, C1840
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1162618
Price: 3400 GBP
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19th century

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A Handsome 19th Century Oak British Military Officer's Campaign Chest of Drawers

This striking mid-19th-century oak campaign chest of drawers exudes the timeless elegance and functionality typical of British military furniture. Crafted around 1840, it features a rectangular top with original brass-bound mounted corners. The chest is cleverly designed in two sections, making it easily transportable, a necessity for officers on the move. Featuring two short and three long graduated drawers with the original flush-fitted brass handles.

Additionally, the chest comes with four screw-in turned feet, which are detachable to facilitate easy packing and moving, reflective of its historical campaign purpose. The chest boasts a rich, warm colour and patina typical of the period. England c.1840.

This piece is not only a functional storage solution but also a valuable historical artifact that brings a piece of British military history into your home. Its robust construction and elegant design make it a perfect addition to both traditional and modern interiors.

Height 99cm (39.0in)

Width 91.5cm (36.0in)

Depth 45.5cm (17.9in)

Physical Dimensions

Height

99cm (38.98")

Width

91.5cm (36.02")

Depth

45.5cm (17.91")

Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Oak Military Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1162618

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1344

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A Handsome 19th Century Oak British Military Officer's Campaign Chest of Drawers

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This striking mid-19th-century oak campaign chest of drawers exudes the timeless elegance and functionality typical of British military furniture.

Anthony Short Antiques

Crafted around 1840, it features a rectangular top with original brass-bound mounted corners. The chest is cleverly designed in two sections, making it easily transportable, a necessity for officers on the move. Featuring two short and three long graduated drawers with the original flush-fitted brass handles.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century oak military campaign chest of drawers featuring brass corner straps, recessed flush handles, and turned feet. — fig 1. 19th Century Oak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, C1840

Additionally, the chest comes with four screw-in turned feet, which are detachable to facilitate easy packing and moving, reflective of its historical campaign purpose. The chest boasts a rich, warm colour and patina typical of the period. England c.1840.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century oak military campaign chest of drawers featuring brass corner straps, recessed flush handles, and turned feet. — fig 2. 19th Century Oak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, C1840

This piece is not only a functional storage solution but also a valuable historical artifact that brings a piece of British military history into your home. Its robust construction and elegant design make it a perfect addition to both traditional and modern interiors.

Height 99cm (39.0in)

Width 91.5cm (36.0in)

Depth 45.5cm (17.9in)

Physical Dimensions

Height

99cm (38.98")

Width

91.5cm (36.02")

Depth

45.5cm (17.91")

Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Oak Military Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1162618

Dealers Internal Ref

1344

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These pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as oak, teak, or mahogany, fitted with protective brass corners and recessed flush handles to prevent damage during transport.

Authentic campaign chests feature a two-part sectional design, recessed brass handles flush with the timber, brass corner straps, and often removable turned feet or side carry handles.

A campaign chest serves as a functional focal point in modern bedrooms, home offices, or living spaces, pairing well with clean-lined contemporary decor or traditional library schemes.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a soft cloth and applying clear beeswax sparingly, while cleaning the brass fittings gently to preserve original oxidisation and patina.

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