Military Campaign Chest of Drawers 19th Century

Name: Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA909698
Price: 2850 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFlush brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Two-part split construction, Turned bun feet
SizeH 111 cm (44 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

This Victorian military campaign chest of drawers originates from 1860, built in a sturdy two-part split construction from rich warm brown mahogany with solid teak linings. The piece incorporates flush brass handles, protective brass corner brackets, brass joint plates, and stands upon turned bun feet. The upper section contains a central fitted secretaire drawer flanked by smaller drawers, with the top left drawer styled with a faux double front, above three long graduated drawers below. Measuring 111 cm high, 102 cm wide, and 49 cm deep, the cabinet provides substantial storage capacity while maintaining a classic travel-friendly profile suited for a study, library, or bedroom. Practical organisation meets traditional campaign styling in this adaptable storage solution. The modular form allows the upper and lower sections to separate easily, while the inset brass hardware ensures snag-free surfaces and durability during movement. The deep lower drawers and varied upper compartments accommodate clothing, documents, or accessories with ease. Placed against a wall in a home interior, the polished mahogany surfaces and gleaming brass details bring functional heritage design to contemporary living spaces.

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A military campaign chest of drawers is a modular piece of storage furniture designed during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries for military officers to transport easily during military campaigns and overseas travel.

Traditional campaign chests were constructed from durable hardwoods such as mahogany, teak, or camphor wood, fitted with recessed brass handles, brass corner straps, and designed to split into two manageable sections.

Authentic campaign chests feature flush-fitting brass hardware, removable screw-in turned feet, protective corner brackets, and evidence of two-part construction designed for ease of transit.

A campaign chest serves as functional storage in a bedroom, home office, or hallway, pairing well with tailored upholstery, rich wood finishes, and classic brass interior details.

Clean mahogany surfaces with a soft dry cloth, apply bees wax polish periodically along the wood grain, and buff brass fittings gently with a soft cloth.

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