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A Mid Sized Camphor Campaign Trunk
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A Mid Sized Camphor Campaign Trunk

19th century
Sold 8 February 2025 · The Antique Partnership
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Description

A 19thC mid sized camphor campaign trunk. Mid sized but still suitable as a small coffee table or end of sofa lamp table. Brass cappings, corner strapping and side carrying handles. Brass lid cartouche and lock escutcheon. Flush brass military style lid pull.

WORKING LOCK & KEY. Clean interior with a strong camphor smell. Camphor is well known for fending off insects and moths from clothing. As to be expected there is evidence of rough handling on and off transportation but this trunk is generally in good condition and has excellent colour and grain.

87 cm wide 42 cm deep and 40 cm high.

Overseas buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Uk transport within 50 miles of IP22 is free.

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Camphor Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1114197
Dealers Internal Reference
28011
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Description
A 19thC mid sized camphor campaign trunk. Mid sized but still suitable as a small coffee table or end of sofa lamp table. Brass cappings, corner strapping and side carrying handles. Brass lid cartouche and lock escutcheon. Flush brass military style lid pull.

WORKING LOCK & KEY. Clean interior with a strong camphor smell. Camphor is well known for fending off insects and moths from clothing.

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As to be expected there is evidence of rough handling on and off transportation but this trunk is generally in good condition and has excellent colour and grain.
The Antique Partnership

87 cm wide 42 cm deep and 40 cm high.

Overseas buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Uk transport within 50 miles of IP22 is free.

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Camphor Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1114197
Dealers Internal Ref
28011
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Antique Partnership Profile Page

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Archive I A mid-sized wooden camphor campaign trunk featuring grain-rich timber and flush brass corner brackets. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Mid Sized Camphor Campaign Trunk

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A mid-sized wooden camphor campaign trunk featuring grain-rich timber and flush brass corner brackets.
A mid sized camphor campaign trunk
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A mid-sized wooden camphor campaign trunk featuring grain-rich timber and flush brass corner brackets.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrunks and Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Recessed hardware, Dovetail joints, Central lock escutcheon
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 87 cm (34 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

FAQs

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

These trunks are traditionally crafted from aromatic camphor wood to deter insects, featuring dovetailed joints, recessed brass handles, and protective brass corner braces to withstand travel.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate joinery, heavy brass hardware with natural patina, shrinkage cracks in the timber, and often carry the distinct, natural scent of camphor wood.

A campaign chest works well as a coffee table or at the foot of a bed, adding historical texture and practical storage to contemporary living spaces.

Maintain camphor trunks by dusting with a dry cloth, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and occasionally conditioning the wood with natural beeswax.
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