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Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores
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Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

19th century
Description

A fine Victorian teak campaign chest supplied by the renowned Army & Navy Stores, designed for officers travelling across the Empire. Constructed in two separate sections, this classic campaign form allowed easy transport during military service, with each half stacking securely using original brass locating pins.

Crafted from richly coloured teak with recessed brass campaign handles and brass corner protectors, the chest displays the robust practicality and refined aesthetic typical of late 19th century military furniture. The proportions make it ideal for modern homes, offering both decorative presence and excellent storage.

A genuine piece of British military history, combining portability, craftsmanship and timeless style.

When an officer was commissioned he would go to the Army & Navy Stores to kit himself out with all his needs for his overseas adventures, including ordering a campaign chest

Key Features

• Victorian teak campaign chest by Army & Navy Stores

• Made in two parts for ease of transport

• Original recessed brass campaign handles

• Brass corner protectors and fittings

• Rich teak colour with attractive grain

• Classic military design with practical storage

• Authentic late 19th century construction

Dimensions

• Width: 92 cm (36 ins)

• Depth: 45 cm (17 ¾ ins)

• Height: 102 cm (40 ins)

“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 with.

This Victorian teak campaign chest is a green product and have not affected the environment we live in.

Guarantee

This Victorian teak campaign 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 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality 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 in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236964
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
A fine Victorian teak campaign chest supplied by the renowned Army & Navy Stores, designed for officers travelling across the Empire.
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Constructed in two separate sections, this classic campaign form allowed easy transport during military service, with each half stacking securely using original brass locating pins.
Hingstons of Wilton
fig 1. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 1. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

Crafted from richly coloured teak with recessed brass campaign handles and brass corner protectors, the chest displays the robust practicality and refined aesthetic typical of late 19th century military furniture. The proportions make it ideal for modern homes, offering both decorative presence and excellent storage.

fig 2. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 2. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

A genuine piece of British military history, combining portability, craftsmanship and timeless style.

When an officer was commissioned he would go to the Army & Navy Stores to kit himself out with all his needs for his overseas adventures, including ordering a campaign chest

fig 3. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 3. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

Key Features

• Victorian teak campaign chest by Army & Navy Stores

• Made in two parts for ease of transport

• Original recessed brass campaign handles

• Brass corner protectors and fittings

• Rich teak colour with attractive grain

fig 4. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 4. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

• Classic military design with practical storage

• Authentic late 19th century construction

Dimensions

• Width: 92 cm (36 ins)

• Depth: 45 cm (17 ¾ ins)

• Height: 102 cm (40 ins)

“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 5. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 5. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

• 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 6. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 6. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

• 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 with.

fig 7. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 7. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

This Victorian teak campaign chest is a green product and have not affected the environment we live in.

Guarantee

This Victorian teak campaign 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 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

fig 8. A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
fig 8. Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

• 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 in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236964
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

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A Victorian teak two-part military campaign chest of drawers featuring flush brass handles, brass corner mounts, and turned feet.
Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlush brass handles, Brass corner straps, Two-part split construction, Turned feet
  • SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 99 cm (39 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This Victorian teak campaign chest originates from the Army & Navy Stores and follows the classic two-part military format used by officers travelling across the Empire. The timber exhibits a warm brown colour with a prominent natural grain, complemented by brass corner straps, recessed rectangular brass drawer pulls, and circular turned feet supporting the base. Comprising two separate stacking sections joined by locating pins, the layout provides two smaller drawers positioned above three full-width graduating drawers below. Measuring 102 cm high, 99 cm wide, and 45 cm deep, the proportions allow the chest to function effectively as a storage unit in a gentleman's library, bedroom, or living space today. The robust design offers significant capacity for organizing garments or household items while maintaining historical character through its military hardware and sectional construction.

Designed for British military officers serving overseas during the nineteenth century, campaign furniture was constructed for mobility, featuring modular two-part designs, flush brass hardware, and recessed handles to prevent damage during transport.

Dense hardwoods such as teak, camphorwood, and mahogany were preferred for their durability and resistance to varying climates, accompanied by protective cast brass corner straps and flush-fitting brass handles.

Authentic pieces typically feature a two-part split construction with carry handles on the sides, inset flush brass handles, brass corner brackets, hand-cut dovetail joints, and occasionally maker plates from specialist military outfitters.

Position a teak campaign chest alongside neutral linen textiles, contemporary artwork, and subtle brass accents in a bedroom, study, or hallway to create a balanced contrast between historic utility and modern design.

Maintain teak furniture by dusting regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year, while avoiding proximity to direct heat sources to prevent timber movement.
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