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Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table

1920 - 1940
Description

A superb antique mahogany military campaign desk / writing table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is very well made and has a very smart design. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and wonderful grain patterns, the wood is offset beautifully by the brass details. This is a very useful size, and is finished nicely on the back as well, so it can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age. There are some small marks and indentations here and there beneath the polish, giving this a wonderful patina.

Width – 48 inches , 122 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 54 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 59 cm

Knee width – 22 inches , 55 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Campaign Writing Table to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1208574
Dealers Internal Reference
12441
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Description
A superb antique mahogany military campaign desk / writing table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is very well made and has a very smart design.

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The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and wonderful grain patterns, the wood is offset beautifully by the brass details.
Marylebone Antiques

This is a very useful size, and is finished nicely on the back as well, so it can be used as a free standing item.

fig 1. A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table

We have had this re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age. There are some small marks and indentations here and there beneath the polish, giving this a wonderful patina.

Width – 48 inches , 122 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 54 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 59 cm

Knee width – 22 inches , 55 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Campaign Writing Table to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1208574
Dealers Internal Ref
12441
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 A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs. SOLD24 AUG 26

Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table

Archive II A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs. View II
Archive III A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs. View III
Archive IV A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs. View IV
Archive V A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs. View V
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A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs.
Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table
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A dark mahogany military campaign writing table featuring five drawers with flush brass handles and protective brass corner brackets on four square legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWriting Tables
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleMilitary Campaign
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner mounts, Flush recessed handles, Square straight legs, Five drawer configuration
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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Military campaign furniture was designed to be easily disassembled and transported by officer regiments during military expeditions. Characterised by robust timber construction and flush brass fittings, these pieces combined mobility with functional domestic utility during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

These tables were typically constructed from durable hardwoods such as mahogany or teak to withstand travel and climate variations. They feature flush-fitting brass corner mounts, recessed brass handles, and straight removable or folding legs engineered for structural resilience.

Authentic pieces feature brass hardware set completely flush into the timber surface to prevent snagging during transport. Look for original brass strapwork, screw-based corner reinforcements, and signs of structural modularity such as detachable legs or multi-part cabinet sections.

A campaign writing table serves as a functional focal point in a home office, library, or living room alcove. Pairing rich mahogany and warm brass hardware with modern leather seating and neutral wall tones creates a refined, balanced aesthetic.

Dust regularly with a soft dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish twice yearly along the wood grain. Keep the table away from direct heat sources or sunlight to prevent timber splitting, and maintain unpolished brass hardware with a soft dry cloth to avoid finish damage.
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