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Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest
Hingstons of Wilton
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Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

19th century
Description

Victorian teak brass bound military chest

We are delighted to offer this Victorian teak brass bound officer’s military chest, a superb example of 19th-century campaign furniture, designed for portability and durability during service. Constructed in two parts for ease of transport, the chest features recessed brass handles and brass corner mounts, typical of military design. The warm teak has developed a fine patina over time, telling the story of its history.

Once an officer was commissioned, he would purchase a campaign chest to take for his service to far flung places around the world. It would have been supplied with specially made cases that each section could slide into ready for shipment. These cases were made of stained pine and have iron corners. Over time these got separated and lost.

It is fitted an unusual drawer formation, with 3 drawers along the top, a helmet/hat drawer to each side of the central drawer. Below is a further deep drawer.

The lower section is fitted 2 full width drawers.

It stands on the original detachable turned feet.

Key Features:

• Original corners and flush handles to protect and add strength as it was transported.

• Six Drawers: Two smaller top drawers and three full-width lower drawers provide practical storage.

• Richly toned wood with a original patina

• Teak was used as it is resistant to sea water.

This piece combines utility with timeless elegance, making it a charming addition to both period and contemporary settings.________________________________________

Dimensions

Width: 99 cm (39 in)

Depth: 47 cm (18 1/2 in)

Height: 119 cm (43 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

Victorian teak brass bound military chest 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 Victorian teak brass bound military chest, 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 bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque

Physical Dimensions
Height
119cm (46.85")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Teak Military Campaign Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1188686
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
Victorian teak brass bound military chest
We are delighted to offer this Victorian teak brass bound officer’s military chest, a superb example of 19th-century campaign furniture, designed for portability and durability during service.
Hingstons of Wilton

Constructed in two parts for ease of transport, the chest features recessed brass handles and brass corner mounts, typical of military design. The warm teak has developed a fine patina over time, telling the story of its history.

fig 1. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 1. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

Once an officer was commissioned, he would purchase a campaign chest to take for his service to far flung places around the world. It would have been supplied with specially made cases that each section could slide into ready for shipment. These cases were made of stained pine and have iron corners. Over time these got separated and lost.

fig 2. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 2. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

It is fitted an unusual drawer formation, with 3 drawers along the top, a helmet/hat drawer to each side of the central drawer. Below is a further deep drawer.

The lower section is fitted 2 full width drawers.

fig 3. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 3. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

It stands on the original detachable turned feet.

Key Features:

• Original corners and flush handles to protect and add strength as it was transported.

• Six Drawers: Two smaller top drawers and three full-width lower drawers provide practical storage.

fig 4. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 4. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

• Richly toned wood with a original patina

• Teak was used as it is resistant to sea water.

This piece combines utility with timeless elegance, making it a charming addition to both period and contemporary settings.________________________________________

fig 5. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 5. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

Dimensions

Width: 99 cm (39 in)

Depth: 47 cm (18 1/2 in)

Height: 119 cm (43 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 Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 6. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

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 Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 7. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

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

fig 8. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 8. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

Victorian teak brass bound military chest 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.

fig 9. A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
fig 9. Victorian Teak Brass Bound Military Chest

Guarantee

This Victorian teak brass bound military chest, 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 bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque

Height
119cm (46.85")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Teak Military Campaign Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1188686
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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A Victorian teak military campaign chest featuring brass corner bindings, flush recessed brass handles, turned feet, and a two-part carcass construction.
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A military campaign chest is a piece of storage furniture designed for British military officers during the nineteenth century, constructed in two separate sections for ease of transport during army movements.

These pieces were built from durable, stable hardwoods such as teak, mahogany, or camphor wood, fitted with protective brass corner straps and recessed flush handles to prevent damage in transit.

Authentic examples feature a two-part split carcass, flush-fit brass hardware recessed into the timber, carry handles on the sides, and removable screw-in turned feet.

A military campaign chest functions effectively as a bedroom chest of drawers, hallway storage unit, or living area focal point, integrating well with leather, brass accents, and neutral textiles.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a clean microfiber cloth, apply a high-grade clear beeswax along the grain periodically, and keep the brass fittings clean while avoiding abrasive chemical polishes.
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