Victorian Camphorwood Military Chest

Victorian Camphorwood chest

This Victorian Camphorwood chest was made circa 1870 when there was much upheaval and troubles in the untamed areas of Afghanistan, and the North West Frontier.

British Officers would need strong durable chests to transport their uniforms and effects on the long arduous and dangerous journeys, hence why these trunks had brass corners to protect these, they also had the advantage of looking attractive. Another sign of it being superior quality is that the corners rather being nailed in, each one has been screwed into place.

Camphor wood has a natural perfume and so when the trunk is opened you get a gentle aroma. This timber was especially important in the East as insects avoid this and so the uniforms etc were free from attack.

These Victorian Camphorwood military chests make fantastic coffee tables as not only are they functional they also make great conversation pieces.

Of course, they can be used in many places around your home as capacious storage.

Imagine the pleasure of ownership this will bring and way they will inspire you and your friends’ minds as they wonder at the scrapes this has been through.

84cms wide 34ins

44.5cms deep 17 1/2ins

40cms high 15 3/4ins

All Measurements are approximate, whilst we take care in measuring there may at times be a very slight difference.

Delivery

We can arrange free delivery to UK mainland; we also have a reliable and good delivery service for single or multiple items to Ireland. We can also obtain a quote for items to be shipped overseas.

This Victorian Camphorwood chest is a very green product and has not damaged our environment.

Guarantee

This Victorian Camphorwood chest carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 40 years of trading to select the best items of the best design and condition suitable to be placed in our quality stock.

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 item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers only, please contact us if you are a customer from overseas

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.