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19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk
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19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

19th century
Sold 10 February 2026 · Hingstons of Wilton
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It was listed by Hingstons of Wilton. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This handsome 19th-century teak campaign trunk is a fine example of functional yet decorative military furniture, designed for durability during travel while retaining strong aesthetic appeal. Crafted from solid teak, the trunk displays a rich, warm tone and excellent grain, prized for its strength and resistance to movement—ideal for campaign use.

The trunk is fitted with original brass corner bindings, specifically designed to protect the edges during transportation. These are complemented by decorative cut brass inlay, with an ornate central motif to the top and matching brass inlay to each top corner, adding refinement to what is otherwise a robust utilitarian form.

It retains its original brass carrying handles, allowing ease of movement, and stands on original turned feet, which elevate the trunk slightly from the floor while enhancing its overall proportions. The brass-bound construction and clean lines are characteristic of classic 19th-century campaign furniture, making this piece both practical and highly decorative.

Perfect for use as a blanket chest, coffee table, or statement storage piece, this campaign trunk works equally well in traditional and contemporary interiors.

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Key Features

• 19th-century campaign trunk

• Constructed from solid teak

• Original brass corner bindings for protection during transport

• Decorative cut brass inlay to the centre of the top and top corners

• Original brass handles

• Original turned feet

• Strong, practical form with refined decorative details

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Dimensions

• Width: 86 cm (34 in)

• Depth: 50 cm (19 3/4 in)

• Height: 56 cm (22 in)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with19th-century teak campaign trunk is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This 19th-century teak campaign trunk, carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this 19th Century Campaign Trunk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1188484
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
This handsome 19th-century teak campaign trunk is a fine example of functional yet decorative military furniture, designed for durability during travel while retaining strong aesthetic appeal.
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Crafted from solid teak, the trunk displays a rich, warm tone and excellent grain, prized for its strength and resistance to movement—ideal for campaign use.
Hingstons of Wilton
fig 1. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 1. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

The trunk is fitted with original brass corner bindings, specifically designed to protect the edges during transportation. These are complemented by decorative cut brass inlay, with an ornate central motif to the top and matching brass inlay to each top corner, adding refinement to what is otherwise a robust utilitarian form.

fig 2. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 2. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

It retains its original brass carrying handles, allowing ease of movement, and stands on original turned feet, which elevate the trunk slightly from the floor while enhancing its overall proportions. The brass-bound construction and clean lines are characteristic of classic 19th-century campaign furniture, making this piece both practical and highly decorative.

fig 3. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 3. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

Perfect for use as a blanket chest, coffee table, or statement storage piece, this campaign trunk works equally well in traditional and contemporary interiors.

________________________________________

Key Features

fig 4. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 4. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

• 19th-century campaign trunk

• Constructed from solid teak

• Original brass corner bindings for protection during transport

• Decorative cut brass inlay to the centre of the top and top corners

• Original brass handles

fig 5. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 5. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

• Original turned feet

• Strong, practical form with refined decorative details

________________________________________

Dimensions

• Width: 86 cm (34 in)

• Depth: 50 cm (19 3/4 in)

• Height: 56 cm (22 in)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

fig 6. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 6. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 7. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 7. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with19th-century teak campaign trunk is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

fig 8. A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
fig 8. 19th-century Teak Campaign Trunk

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This 19th-century teak campaign trunk, carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this 19th Century Campaign Trunk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1188484
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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Location
The Old Bell House
2 Shaftesbury Road
Wilton
Salisbury
Wiltshire
England
SP2 0DR
United Kingdom
Verified Since Mar 2010
Items For Sale 102
Items Sold 1,897
Hingstons of Wilton
Verified Since Mar 2010
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Location: The Old Bell House, 2 Shaftesbury Road, Wilton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, SP2 0DR, United Kingdom
Verified
Mar 2010
For Sale
102
Sold
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A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
19th-century teak campaign trunk
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A rectangular 19th-century teak campaign trunk featuring flush brass corner braces, strapwork, and a central locking mechanism.
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  • ObjectTrunks and Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Flush brass straps, Central brass escutcheon, Bun feet
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 86 cm (34 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

Campaign furniture was designed to be easily dismantled and transported by military officers during the British colonial era, featuring modular construction and protective brass fittings.

Authentic campaign pieces were typically constructed from durable tropical hardwoods like teak or mahogany, complemented by structural brass corners, straps, and flush-fitting handles.

Key indicators include dovetailed joinery, hand-hammered or cast brass hardware, inset carrying handles, and signs of genuine age and patina within the wood.

A campaign trunk functions effectively as a coffee table or a storage chest in a living room, adding industrial and travel-inspired texture to modern spaces.

Maintain antique teak by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and occasionally treating the wood with natural beeswax or oils to prevent drying and cracking.
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