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Early 19th Century Teak Campaign Chest

19th century
Sold 11 March 2025 · Thakeham Furniture
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Description

Early 19th century teak campaign chest, stamped S W Silver & Co. In two sections, with two short over three long drawers, with brass mounted corners and stamped inset handles. Raised on turned feet .

Circa. 1840

S.W. Silver & Company were a British firm, opened in the 18th Century as Colonial and Army agents, clothiers and outfitters principally to those in the Army and Colonial Service, as well as acting as shipping agents for such people travelling overseas.

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this Antique Teak Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
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SA964461
Dealers Internal Reference
6786
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Description
Early 19th century teak campaign chest, stamped S W Silver & Co.
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In two sections, with two short over three long drawers, with brass mounted corners and stamped inset handles.
Thakeham Furniture

Raised on turned feet .

Circa. 1840

fig 1. An early 19th-century teak campaign chest of drawers featuring brass corners, recessed flush pull handles, and two stacking sections.
fig 1. Early 19th Century Teak Campaign Chest

S.W. Silver & Company were a British firm, opened in the 18th Century as Colonial and Army agents, clothiers and outfitters principally to those in the Army and Colonial Service, as well as acting as shipping agents for such people travelling overseas.

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this Antique Teak Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA964461
Dealers Internal Ref
6786
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Early 19th Century Teak Campaign Chest

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Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse
Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
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Items For Sale 146
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An early 19th-century teak campaign chest of drawers featuring brass corners, recessed flush pull handles, and two stacking sections.
Early 19th century teak campaign chest
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An early 19th-century teak campaign chest of drawers featuring brass corners, recessed flush pull handles, and two stacking sections.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Recessed flush handles, Side carrying handles, Two-section modular build
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A campaign chest is a type of modular furniture designed to be easily dismantled and transported by military officers on campaign during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries.

These pieces are typically constructed from dense tropical hardwoods such as teak or mahogany, reinforced with brass corners, straps, and flush-fitting recessed handles to withstand rigorous travel.

Authentic pieces usually feature two separate stacking sections, inset brass carrying handles on the sides, dovetailed drawer construction, and hidden screw threads or locking pins securing the modules.

A campaign chest works well as a statement storage piece in a study, bedroom, or living room, contrasting effectively against minimalist or contemporary decor through its rich timber tones and industrial metal accents.

Maintain the timber by dusting with a dry, soft cloth and occasionally treating the surface with a quality beeswax to nourish the wood without damaging the original patina.
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