Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
Summary:
• Item: Campaign Chest
• Circa: 1850
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Solid teak
• Dismantles into two sections
• Two over three drawer design
• Unusual inset brass half moonhandles
• Brass bindings / corner brackets
• Brass side carrying handles
• Ebonised key escutcheons
• Working brass round key escutcheons & lever locks
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Teak drawer linings
• Detachable feet
• Lovely polish & patination
• Dismantles into two sections
• Free 14 day UK returns period
The brass corner brackets and brass straps were used to protect the chest whilst in transit during campaigns. The drawers feature their original ebonised escutcheons. The drawers have a subtle scribe moulding to the edge depicting cock beading. All drawers are in excellent working order, are clean inside and close flush to the frame. The chest is constructed of solid teak and the hand-dovetailed drawers are constructed of solid teak too. The drawers feature working lever locks and a key. The chest features later screw-on (detachable) feet. The chest splits into two sections for easy transportation.
Provenance:
This campaign chest would have been commissioned for a member of the British Raj or a high-ranking officer in the British Army during the reign of Queen Victoria in colonial India (Calcutta) during the mid 19th Century. Teak was used extensively for military chests. "Teak, which had the advantage of only minimally expanding and contracting when exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity, was probably the most commonly used wood. It was resistant to woodworm, termites, and the occasional splash of seawater." Source: British Campaign Furniture, Elegance Under Canvas, 1740 - 1914 by Nicholas A. Brawer, page 97.
Condition Report:
This chest is in very good condition, which is commensurate with its age. There are nominal old use marks to the corners and leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. There are no ink stains, cup marks or burns to the top of the chest. All drawers close flush to the frame. The chest features a rich deep colour. It has a good mellow colour and patination. The chest features the original working lever locks with a key. The chest features later screw-on (detachable) feet. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 102.3cm or 40¼” or 3ft 5¼”
Width (including side handles) = 109.4cm or 43” or 3ft 7”
Width (excluding handles) = 106.4cm or 41” or 3ft 5”
Depth = 52.8cm or 20¾” or 1ft 8¾”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a full refund.
UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers.
About the Seller:
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
Ref. Military Chest 33
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
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Victorian Colonial Teak & Brass Military Officer’s Campaign Chest of Drawers (Circa 1850)
