Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.
Summary:
• Item: Campaign Chest
• Circa: 1890
• Provenance: England, UK
• Cabinetmaker: Arthur Foley & Son (Salisbury)
• Wood: Solid walnut
• Dismantles into two sections
• Two-over-three drawer design
• Recessed brass military handles
• Brass bindings / corner brackets
• Brass side carrying handles
• Brass key escutcheons
• Working lever locks with key
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Mahogany drawer linings
• Screw-on / detachable feet
• Lovely polish& patination
• Excellent condition
• Dismantles into two sections
• Free 14 day UK returns period
The chest is stamped with the cabinetmaker’s stamp name and date on the second drawer.
The chest boasts good quality brass swan neck side carrying handles. The drawers feature later brass key escutcheons on subtle cushion fronts. The brass corner brackets and brass straps were used to protect the chest whilst in transit during campaigns. The drawers are in excellent working order, are clean inside and close flush to the frame. The chest is constructed of solid walnut with mahogany hand-dovetailed drawer linings. It is quite unusual to see military chests constructed of walnut. The drawers feature working lever locks and a key. The chest features later screw-on (detachable) turned feet. The chest splits into two sections for easy transportation.
Provenance:
This chest was made by Arthur Foley & Son cabinetmakers of Salisbury, England. The chest is stamped with the cabinetmaker’s stamp name and date on the second drawer. The town of Salisbury in Wiltshire has long been home to the English armed forces, with the Salisbury plains being a large training ground.
Condition Report:
This military chest is in very good condition. There are nominal old use marks to the corners and leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The chest features the original brass inset handles, brass strap-work and corner brackets. The key escutcheons are later additions. There are no ink stains, cup marks or burns to the top of the chest. All drawers close flush to the frame. The chest boasts a rich brown walnut colour with a nice patination. The drawers features working lever locks with a key. The chest features later screw-on (detachable) feet. This item is very well made, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 107.9cm or 42½” or 3ft 6½”
Width (including side handles) = 95.2cm or 37½” or 3ft 1½”
Width (excluding handles) = 92cm or 36¼” or 3ft ¼”
Depth = 51.4cm or 20¼” or 1ft 8¼”
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:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS or PayPal.
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 34
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.
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Victorian Colonial Walnut & Brass Military Officer’s Campaign Chest of Drawers by Arthur Foley & Son of Salisbury (Circa 1890)
