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Edwardian Folding Campaign Backrest by Leveson & Sons
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Edwardian Folding Campaign Backrest by Leveson & Sons

1900 - 1920
Description

A wonderful antique Edwardian adjustable folding back rest by Leveson & Sons of London dating from circa 1910. This versatile bergere caned backrest is ideal for use whilst picnicking in the summer or to offer support whilst reading in bed. In solid stained satin birch it is adjustable to seven different elevations and the foot is also hinged to reduce its depth for use in a confined space. With label for Leveson & Sons.

Leveson and Sons of 90 New Oxford St. and 21 Park Side, Knightsbridge, London were highly regarded cabinet makers trading around 1870-1915. They specialised in furniture with mechanical invention, adjustable reading tables and furniture for the war injured and disabled. Because the furniture was portable and adjustable it was also used by officers during military campaigns.

Construction/Wood:

Stained Satin Birch

Condition Report:

Good colour and patina. General wear and marks commensurate with age. The caning is in good condition, a few minor splits.

Dimensions:

Height: 62cm

Max Width: 49cm

Min Depth: 38cm

Max Depth: 58cm

Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Edwardian Campaign Backrest to the Edwardian era.

Independent Date Guide ID 09384502
Dealer's Item DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE EDWARDIAN ERA:
Maker's label for Leveson & Sons: company traded at these London addresses around 1900.
Hand-woven six-way cane panel: fine period lacing through individual holes in the frame.
Slotted countersunk screws on original hinges: cabinetmaker's fixings before cross-head screws.
Stepped ratchet frame: gentle rounding and wear along the adjustment notches from regular use.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1197786
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Description
A wonderful antique Edwardian adjustable folding back rest by Leveson & Sons of London dating from circa 1910.
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This versatile bergere caned backrest is ideal for use whilst picnicking in the summer or to offer support whilst reading in bed.
Antique Furniture Direct

In solid stained satin birch it is adjustable to seven different elevations and the foot is also hinged to reduce its depth for use in a confined space. With label for Leveson & Sons.

fig 1. An Edwardian adjustable folding campaign backrest crafted from dark mahogany wood with a woven cane panel resting on a ratcheted frame.
fig 1. Edwardian Folding Campaign Backrest by Leveson & Sons

Leveson and Sons of 90 New Oxford St. and 21 Park Side, Knightsbridge, London were highly regarded cabinet makers trading around 1870-1915. They specialised in furniture with mechanical invention, adjustable reading tables and furniture for the war injured and disabled. Because the furniture was portable and adjustable it was also used by officers during military campaigns.

fig 2. An Edwardian adjustable folding campaign backrest crafted from dark mahogany wood with a woven cane panel resting on a ratcheted frame.
fig 2. Edwardian Folding Campaign Backrest by Leveson & Sons

Construction/Wood:

Stained Satin Birch

Condition Report:

Good colour and patina. General wear and marks commensurate with age. The caning is in good condition, a few minor splits.

Dimensions:

Height: 62cm

Max Width: 49cm

Min Depth: 38cm

Max Depth: 58cm

Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Edwardian Campaign Backrest to the Edwardian era.

Independent Date Report ID 09384502
Dealer's Item DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques datingEdwardian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Edwardian era:
Maker's label for Leveson & Sons: company traded at these London addresses around 1900.
Hand-woven six-way cane panel: fine period lacing through individual holes in the frame.
Slotted countersunk screws on original hinges: cabinetmaker's fixings before cross-head screws.
Stepped ratchet frame: gentle rounding and wear along the adjustment notches from regular use.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1197786
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An Edwardian adjustable folding campaign backrest crafted from dark mahogany wood with a woven cane panel resting on a ratcheted frame.
Edwardian Folding Campaign Backrest by Leveson & Sons
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCampaign Furniture
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Cane
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsWoven cane panel, Ratcheted adjustment mechanism, Folding rectangular frame, Rounded edges
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 49 cm (19 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

This Edwardian campaign backrest by Leveson and Sons dates from circa 1910 and belongs to the campaign furniture style. The piece comprises a folding rectangular frame in warm brown stained satin birch with rounded edges, enclosing a central woven cane panel. A ratcheted adjustment mechanism allows the angle of the backrest to be altered across seven different elevations, supported by hinged wooden struts attached to the base. The wood displays a rich patina with visible surface grain and dark tone variations across the joints and hinges. General wear and minor marks are present from age, alongside a small number of minor splits within the woven cane insert. Measuring 62 cm high, 49 cm wide, and up to 58 cm deep, the folding frame collapses down for compact transport or storage. The adjustable inclination and portable design make this backrest suitable for placement at the foot of the bed to provide support while reading, or for use in a gentleman's library or study environment.

A campaign backrest is a portable adjustable frame, popular during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, designed to provide back support on beds or daybeds.

These items were typically constructed from lightweight yet durable hardwoods such as mahogany or teak, combined with woven cane to allow airflow and ease of transport.

Authentic pieces feature precise joinery, brass or wooden ratchets for adjustability, high-quality woven cane, and often maker stamps or labels from prominent cabinetmakers.

This piece can be styled on a guest bed, displayed as a decorative sculptural object on a bookshelf, or used as an adjustable reading prop on a daybed.

Keep the frame dusted with a soft cloth, apply beeswax periodically to nourish the timber, and ensure the woven cane is kept away from direct heat sources to prevent brittleness.
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