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Antique Campaign Military Chest
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Antique Campaign Military Chest

19th century
For Sale by Past to Present
Description

A military pine chest with carry handles that dates to around 1890

In great original condition with the name and address of the owner which reads

Lieut C H Wilson

S & T Corps

Pen Alan

Eversley Road

Swansea

It measures 42 inches wide, 20 inches high and 23 inches deep

A nice military item that would grace a period or contemporary setting

For collection or I can arrange collection…..please contact me for a quote

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Past to Present has dated this Antique Military Campaign Trunk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1185481
Dealers Internal Reference
AB/2025/12/272
Dealers Notes

All my items are sold with a full refund policy if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase

Alternatively you are welcome to view any item prior to purchase……we are based in Wrexham North Wales

Description
A military pine chest with carry handles that dates to around 1890

In great original condition with the name and address of the owner which reads

Lieut C H Wilson

S & T Corps

Pen Alan

Eversley Road

Swansea

fig 1. A rectangular antique dark wood military campaign chest featuring stencilled white lettering and iron strap reinforcements.
fig 1. Antique Campaign Military Chest

It measures 42 inches wide, 20 inches high and 23 inches deep

A nice military item that would grace a period or contemporary setting

For collection or I can arrange collection…..please contact me for a quote

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Antique Military Campaign Trunk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1185481
Dealers Internal Ref
AB/2025/12/272
Past to Present
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Past to Present Profile Page

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Archive I A rectangular antique dark wood military campaign chest featuring stencilled white lettering and iron strap reinforcements.

Antique Campaign Military Chest

Archive II A rectangular antique dark wood military campaign chest featuring stencilled white lettering and iron strap reinforcements. View II
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Archive X A rectangular antique dark wood military campaign chest featuring stencilled white lettering and iron strap reinforcements. View X
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Telephone 07967 162968
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Clwyd
North Wales
United Kingdom
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A rectangular antique dark wood military campaign chest featuring stencilled white lettering and iron strap reinforcements.
Antique campaign military chest
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A rectangular antique dark wood military campaign chest featuring stencilled white lettering and iron strap reinforcements.
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Designed for portability and durability, campaign trunks were constructed to transport an officers personal effects and equipment during military deployments throughout the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. These sturdy pieces featured reinforced corners and flush-fitting hardware to withstand frequent transport in rugged conditions.

Most campaign trunks were built using dense timbers such as teak, mahogany, or oak, alongside utility softwoods like pine. Iron or brass strapping, corner brackets, and heavy-duty carrying handles were applied to protect the timber during transit.

Authentic pieces frequently display original stencilled military rank, officer name, and regiment details painted directly onto the wood or canvas exterior. Look for hand-forged iron metalwork, flush brass corner brackets, dovetail joinery, and natural patination consistent with historical transit.

These functional pieces serve as characterful coffee tables in living spaces or statement storage at the foot of a bed. Their utilitarian design complements industrial, rustic, and traditional library interior schemes.

Dust the exterior regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply a neutral beeswax polish to nourish exposed wood while preserving historic paintwork. Avoid harsh liquid cleaners or abrasive rubbing, which can damage original stencilling and oxidised iron hardware.
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