Brass Bound Campaign Trunk 19th Century

Name: Brass Bound Military Trunk
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1239186
Price: 695 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectTrunks & Chests
Period19th century
StyleCampaign
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFlush brass corners, Brass straps, Escutcheon plate, Flat lid
SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 100 cm (39 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This nineteenth-century campaign trunk is fashioned from warm brown mahogany with a flat lid, presenting a rectangular silhouette supported by low block feet. Brass hardware includes flush brass corner brackets, vertical brass straps, and a central keyhole escutcheon plate. Visible surface variations include marks and wear consistent with age and regular use. Measuring 59 cm high, 100 cm wide, and 56 cm deep, the sturdy chest provides a practical surface and enclosed storage. In a modern home, it functions well as a coffee table or a side table within a gentleman's library, living room, or study, combining traditional military design with everyday utility.

FAQs

Campaign military trunks were portable storage chests designed for military officers during travel and deployment, featuring flush brass corners and straps to prevent damage during transit.

They were predominantly constructed from durable hardwoods such as mahogany or teak, fitted with heavy recessed brass hardware, straps, and corner brackets for protection.

Authentic examples feature flush-mounted brass hardware designed to prevent snags during movement, dovetail joinery, and heavy-duty brass carrying handles on the sides.

These trunks serve effectively as functional coffee tables, bed-end storage units, or accent pieces in living spaces and hallways.

Dust the wooden surfaces regularly with a dry cloth, apply natural beeswax sparingly to preserve the timber, and clean the brass mounts gently without removing the aged patina.

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