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Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian
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Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a small antique shop display chest. An Indian, teak and brass miniature campaign trunk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A wonderfully miniaturised display chest, offering charm and versatility, ideal for shop window merchandising or decorative use.

Crafted in select teak stocks, showing fine grain interest and warm caramel hues

Robust brass strapping to the corners, presenting bright golden tones

Lid secured with a pair of long clasps, opening smoothly upon hinged stays

Unmarked brass name plaque to the lid, well-suited to personalisation

Brass drop handles to each side provide ease of movement and placement

Perfectly suited for retail display, secure travel storage, or decorative room dressing

This antique miniature campaign chest offers a charming example of Anglo-Indian craftsmanship, equally practical for shopkeepers, collectors, or interior designers seeking a unique piece. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 47cm (18.5'')

Max Depth: 23cm (9'')

Max Height: 21.5cm (8.5'')

Internal Width: 42.5cm (16.75'')

Internal Depth: 19cm (7.5'')

Internal Height: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Miniature Teak Campaign Trunk to the Victorian era.

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SA1169367
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25319
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This is a small antique shop display chest. An Indian, teak and brass miniature campaign trunk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
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A wonderfully miniaturised display chest, offering charm and versatility, ideal for shop window merchandising or decorative use.
London Fine Antiques
fig 1. An open miniature teak wooden campaign trunk featuring brass corner bindings, side handles, and flush hardware.
fig 1. Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian

Crafted in select teak stocks, showing fine grain interest and warm caramel hues

Robust brass strapping to the corners, presenting bright golden tones

Lid secured with a pair of long clasps, opening smoothly upon hinged stays

fig 2. An open miniature teak wooden campaign trunk featuring brass corner bindings, side handles, and flush hardware.
fig 2. Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian

Unmarked brass name plaque to the lid, well-suited to personalisation

Brass drop handles to each side provide ease of movement and placement

Perfectly suited for retail display, secure travel storage, or decorative room dressing

fig 3. An open miniature teak wooden campaign trunk featuring brass corner bindings, side handles, and flush hardware.
fig 3. Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian

This antique miniature campaign chest offers a charming example of Anglo-Indian craftsmanship, equally practical for shopkeepers, collectors, or interior designers seeking a unique piece. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 47cm (18.5'')

Max Depth: 23cm (9'')

Max Height: 21.5cm (8.5'')

Internal Width: 42.5cm (16.75'')

Internal Depth: 19cm (7.5'')

Internal Height: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Miniature Teak Campaign Trunk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1169367
Dealers Internal Ref
25319
London Fine Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An open miniature teak wooden campaign trunk featuring brass corner bindings, side handles, and flush hardware.
Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian
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Campaign furniture refers to pieces specifically designed to be packed up and transported by military officers or travellers during transit. Features include flush brass corner brackets, recessed handles, and robust timber construction to prevent damage during movement.

Dense, durable hardwoods such as teak, mahogany, and camphorwood were commonly selected to withstand humidity and rough handling. Structural reinforcement was provided by cast brass straps, corner braces, and flush-mounted steel or brass fittings.

Authentic items display recessed hardware that sits flush with the timber surfaces to allow seamless stacking. Marks of hand-craftsmanship, traditional dovetail joining, and heavy brass protective corners are key indicators of original campaign manufacture.

Compact campaign boxes function effectively as desktop organizers, trinket storage on a bookshelf, or decorative accents atop a sideboard. Their classic timber tones and brass accents complement traditional libraries and modern layered spaces alike.

Dust timber regularly with a microfiber cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to retain moisture. Avoid abrasive chemical cleaners on the brass fittings, allowing natural oxidisation to maintain the historic patina.
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