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Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Secretaire Chest of Drawers
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Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Secretaire Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 28 March 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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An outstanding antique mahogany military campaign secretaire chest of drawers, dating from around the 1870-1890 period.

The quality is absolutely amazing, this is a very smart and very useful item. The top drawer slides out and pulls down to reveal a leather top writing surface with pigeon holes and internal drawers. This has lots of storage space, all the drawers have fine hand cut dovetailed joints. There are beautiful brass fixtures throughout, and this comes apart in two pieces for ease of transport.

We have just had this cleaned and re-polished, it is in very good condition for its age. There is normal age related wear and various minor marks remaining here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 35 inches , 89 cm

Depth – 17.5 inches , 44 cm

Height – 39.5 inches , 100 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Campaign Secretaire Chest to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201989
Dealers Internal Reference
12203
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Description
An outstanding antique mahogany military campaign secretaire chest of drawers, dating from around the 1870-1890 period.

The quality is absolutely amazing, this is a very smart and very useful item.

“
The top drawer slides out and pulls down to reveal a leather top writing surface with pigeon holes and internal drawers.
Marylebone Antiques

This has lots of storage space, all the drawers have fine hand cut dovetailed joints. There are beautiful brass fixtures throughout, and this comes apart in two pieces for ease of transport.

fig 1. An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Secretaire Chest of Drawers

We have just had this cleaned and re-polished, it is in very good condition for its age. There is normal age related wear and various minor marks remaining here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 35 inches , 89 cm

Depth – 17.5 inches , 44 cm

Height – 39.5 inches , 100 cm

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Campaign Secretaire Chest to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201989
Dealers Internal Ref
12203
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Secretaire Chest of Drawers

Archive II An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View II
Archive III An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View III
Archive IV An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View IV
Archive V An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View V
Archive VI An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View VI
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Archive VIII An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View VIII
Archive IX An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View IX
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Archive XII An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes. View XII
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An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes.
Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Secretaire Chest of Drawers
Ref: SA1201989
An antique mahogany campaign secretaire chest featuring brass corner brackets, flush drawer pulls, and a fold-down desk front with internal pigeonholes.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Corner brass brackets, Fold-down writing flap, Internal pigeonholes
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 89 cm (35 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

FAQs

A campaign secretaire chest is a portable piece of furniture designed for British military officers on campaign, featuring modular sections, recessed brass hardware, and a fold-down writing flap with internal pigeonholes.

These pieces were traditionally crafted from durable timbers such as mahogany or teak to withstand tropical climates, fitted with brass corners and handles to protect edges during transit.

Authentic pieces typically feature two-part construction for portability, flush-mounted recessed brass handles, secret drawers, hand-cut dovetail joints, and appropriate patination consistent with age.

A campaign chest works well as a statement storage piece in a study, living room, or bedroom, pairing effectively with contemporary minimalist decor to highlight its architectural lines and metallic details.

Maintain mahogany surfaces by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the timber, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity.
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