Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Summary:
• Item: Campaign Chest
• Circa: 1890
• Provenance: Devonport, England, UK
• Cabinetmaker: Graves and Sons
• Wood: Solid mahogany
• Dismantles into two sections
• Two-over-three drawer design
• Recessed brass military handles
• Brass bindings & corner brackets
• Brass side carrying handles
• Working lever locks with keys
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Mahogany drawer linings
• Screw on detachable feet
• Lovely mellow colour & grain configuration
• Good condition
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14 day UK returns period
Here is an example of a good quality antique English Victorian colonial mahogany and brass military campaign two-part chest of drawers, circa 1890, stamped Graves and Sons of Devonport (Plymouth), in good condition.
The chest boasts brass side carrying handles. The drawers incorporate brass key escutcheons to the drawer fronts. The brass corner brackets and brass straps were used to protect the chest whilst in transit during campaigns. The drawers are constructed of solid mahogany with hand-dovetailed drawer linings and piece features its original pine back. The drawers are in good working order, they are clean inside and close flush to the frame. The drawers also benefit from the original working lever locks (with keys). The chest stands on later screw-on (detachable) turned feet. The chest splits into two sections for easy transportation. Chests that were constructed in the colonies, such as this one, were usually constructed of solid teak.
Condition Report:
This military chest is in good condition having been polished in our workshops. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges, top and corners but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The chest features the original brass inset handles. There are no ink stains, cup marks or burns to the top of the chest. All the hand dovetailed drawers close flush to the frame. The drawers feature the original working lever locks (with working key). The chest features later screw-on (detachable) feet. The chest benefits from a lovely mellow mahogany colour and a wonderful grain configuration to the front and sides. This item is well made, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 105.5cm or 41½” or 3ft 5½”
Width (including side handles) = 95cm or 37½” or 3ft 1½”
Width (excluding handles) = 91.3cm or 36” or 3ft
Depth = 50cm or 19?” or 1ft 7?”
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery 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.
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Ref. Military Chest 52
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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Antique English Victorian Colonial Mahogany & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers by Graves and Sons of Devonport (Circa 1890)
