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Antique Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest
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Antique Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest

19th century
Sold 11 February 2026 · Penderyn Antiques
This “Antique Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest” found a buyer.

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Description

A wonderful early 19th century antique camphor wood secretaire campaign chest. The antique campaign chest has a drop front top drawer that reveals a fitted secretaire interior, consisting of a worn leather writing surface and various pigeonholes, cupboards and drawers. The campaign chest has an arrangement of two short drawers above two long drawers, each fitted with recessed brass handles and decorative brass inlay. The two part campaign chest separates at the mid section for ease of transport and movement. A particularly pleasing example with good colour throughout.

Item Ref; M-3796

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 104cm / Width – 103.5cm / Depth – 49.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks, scratches and staining to the top, front, and sides (pictured). The antique campaign chest remains structurally solid and sound with the drawers running well. The fitted interior remains in good condition with wear to the leather writing surface (pictured). There appears to have been carry handles to the sides of the chest, although these are no longer present. A good quality example.

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
103.5cm (40.75")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA888401
Dealers Internal Reference
M-3796
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

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Description
A wonderful early 19th century antique camphor wood secretaire campaign chest.
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The antique campaign chest has a drop front top drawer that reveals a fitted secretaire interior, consisting of a worn leather writing surface and various pigeonholes, cupboards and drawers.
Penderyn Antiques

The campaign chest has an arrangement of two short drawers above two long drawers, each fitted with recessed brass handles and decorative brass inlay. The two part campaign chest separates at the mid section for ease of transport and movement. A particularly pleasing example with good colour throughout.

fig 1. An antique camphor wood campaign chest featuring a secretaire drawer, brass corner brackets, and recessed flush handles.
fig 1. Antique Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest

Item Ref; M-3796

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 104cm / Width – 103.5cm / Depth – 49.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks, scratches and staining to the top, front, and sides (pictured). The antique campaign chest remains structurally solid and sound with the drawers running well. The fitted interior remains in good condition with wear to the leather writing surface (pictured). There appears to have been carry handles to the sides of the chest, although these are no longer present. A good quality example.

fig 2. An antique camphor wood campaign chest featuring a secretaire drawer, brass corner brackets, and recessed flush handles.
fig 2. Antique Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
103.5cm (40.75")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA888401
Dealers Internal Ref
M-3796
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Penderyn Antiques Profile Page

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Telephone 01685 813594
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Soar Chapel
Penderyn
South Wales
CF44 0TJ
United Kingdom
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Location: Soar Chapel, Penderyn , South Wales , CF44 0TJ, United Kingdom
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An antique camphor wood campaign chest featuring a secretaire drawer, brass corner brackets, and recessed flush handles.
Antique Camphor Wood Secretaire Campaign Chest
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An antique camphor wood campaign chest featuring a secretaire drawer, brass corner brackets, and recessed flush handles.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign / Colonial
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Secretaire drop-front drawer, Split-carcase construction
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 103.5 cm (41 in) x D 49.5 cm (19 in)

Campaign furniture was designed for British military officers on the move during the 18th and 19th centuries, engineered to be easily dismantled and transported.

They were typically constructed from durable tropical hardwoods like camphor wood or mahogany, fitted with protective brass corners, straps, and recessed handles.

Authentic pieces feature two-part stackable construction, flush-fitting recessed brass hardware, dovetail joints, and characteristic shrinkage splits in the timber due to travel.

A campaign chest works well as a statement storage piece in a study, bedroom, or living room, pairing naturally with both traditional and contemporary decor.

Maintain camphor wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, occasionally treating the timber with appropriate wax or furniture polish to preserve the finish.
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