Early 19th Century English Teak Military Campaign Chest

19th century

Sold by Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Description

A rare, small sized 19th Century English, solid teak military campaign chest with four drawers, having a moulded reeded top. The chest was made in two halves for easy transportation, which have brass side carrying handles. The drawers have original locks and flush fitting, recessed brass handles. Standing on a plinth with shaped bracket feet.

Campaign chests were the travel items of British military officers who bought and commissioned them for their campaigns abroad. Any furniture specifically made to break down or fold for ease of travel can be described as campaign furniture. It was designed to be packed up and carried on the march and most commonly associated with British military officers.

A lovely and characterful piece with nice colour.

Physical Dimensions

Height

93cm (36.61")

Width

77cm (30.31")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Declaration

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA885846

Dealers Internal Reference

2735

Description

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Campaign chests were the travel items of British military officers who bought and commissioned them for their campaigns abroad.

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Any furniture specifically made to break down or fold for ease of travel can be described as campaign furniture. It was designed to be packed up and carried on the march and most commonly associated with British military officers.

A lovely and characterful piece with nice colour.