Victorian Rosewood Military Chest

Here we have this Victorian rosewood military chest.

This campaign chest would have been used by a British officer to transport his uniforms, personal items, and more valuable pieces around the Empire.

Having flush brass corners and straps to protect this chest on its journey across the reaches of the British Empire. It is easy to forget that these were loaded on wagons, lashed to the decks of ships and endure the heat and hardship of being transported around India, the Jewel in the Crown of Queen Victoria's empire.

The solid rosewood lid lifts open to reveal an open storage area, just imagine how much you could store in this trunk.

These chests always spark the imagination, this will be a conversation piece as you can only wonder what this has seen in its long service.

You will be able to use this in many places around your home, wherever you decide to place it the military chest will look superb.

76cms wide 30ins

42cms deep 16 1/2ins

47cms high 18 1/2ins

All sizes are approximate, whilst we take time measuring, we can only give closest possible sizes.

We can arrange delivery nationwide or we can obtain a quote for it to be shipped overseas

This item carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate. This gives you the peace of mind that any item with this on, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from us.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that must meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, if it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction, paypal, or cheque.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.