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Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers
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Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers

19th century
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A superb military campaign chest dating from the late 19th century. It's made of Camphor Wood with recessed brass handles, brass corner pieces and it stands on turned feet. The chest itself is a typical design, made in two parts joined by wooden pegs with large carrying handles on the sides. The feet are removable and are fixed in place on a brass thread.

It is an excellent quality piece and the wood has the most beautiful patina. It has original makers labels inside both top drawers for "AH FOO. Carpenter and Cabinet Maker, from Canton. Has always on hand Chest Trunks & Household Furnitures for sale. Close to Eastern Market. No.32 Queens Road, Hong Kong".

It is in excellent condition and displays well. The drawers are generally clean and tidy and open smoothly. There are signs of age and use, some small knocks and marks but nothing detrimental. There have been a couple of minor repairs over the years but nothing untoward. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Physical Dimensions
Height
115cm (45.28")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Camphor Military Campaign Chest to the Victorian era.

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SA1237964
Description
A superb military campaign chest dating from the late 19th century.
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It's made of Camphor Wood with recessed brass handles, brass corner pieces and it stands on turned feet.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The chest itself is a typical design, made in two parts joined by wooden pegs with large carrying handles on the sides. The feet are removable and are fixed in place on a brass thread.

fig 1. A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
fig 1. Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers

It is an excellent quality piece and the wood has the most beautiful patina. It has original makers labels inside both top drawers for "AH FOO. Carpenter and Cabinet Maker, from Canton. Has always on hand Chest Trunks & Household Furnitures for sale. Close to Eastern Market. No.32 Queens Road, Hong Kong".

fig 2. A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
fig 2. Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers

It is in excellent condition and displays well. The drawers are generally clean and tidy and open smoothly. There are signs of age and use, some small knocks and marks but nothing detrimental. There have been a couple of minor repairs over the years but nothing untoward. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

fig 3. A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
fig 3. Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Height
115cm (45.28")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Camphor Military Campaign Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237964
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.

Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers

Archive II A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View II
Archive III A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View III
Archive IV A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View IV
Archive V A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View V
Archive VI A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View VI
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Archive VIII A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View IX
Archive X A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View X
Archive XI A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet. View XIII
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A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
Victorian Camphor Wood Military Chest of Drawers
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A Victorian camphor wood military campaign chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with flush brass handles, corner straps, and turned feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Campaign
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Honey Brown
  • MotifsFlush brass handles, Corner brackets, Two-part construction, Turned feet
  • SizeH 115 cm (45 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Designed for British officers in transit during the 19th century, campaign chests were constructed in two stackable sections with recessed brass hardware to facilitate transportation.

Military and naval chests were typically constructed from durable timbers such as camphor wood, mahogany, or teak, finished with flush brass corner straps and recessed handles.

Authentic examples feature a two-part splitting structure, original countersunk flush brass fittings, hand-cut dovetail joinery, and frequently retain an aromatic camphor wood aroma.

A campaign chest functions as a statement storage piece in a bedroom, study, or living space, pairing effectively with neutral wool textiles, dark leather, and architectural art.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a lint-free cloth and applying a clear bees-wax polish periodically, avoiding solvent cleaners on the recessed brass hardware.
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