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Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table
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Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table

1920 - 1940
Sold 16 December 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A wonderful antique mahogany military campaign desk / writing table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is very well made and has a very smart design. The mahogany is offset beautifully by the brass details. There is an inset tooled leather top which has gold tooling around the edges and has a small inset brass plate in the centre. This is a very useful size, and is finished nicely on the back as well, so it can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age. There are some small marks and indentations here and there beneath the polish, giving this a wonderful patina.

Width – 42 inches , 107 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 54 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 60 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Campaign Writing Table to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1139135
Dealers Internal Reference
10340
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Description
A wonderful antique mahogany military campaign desk / writing table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is very well made and has a very smart design. The mahogany is offset beautifully by the brass details.

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There is an inset tooled leather top which has gold tooling around the edges and has a small inset brass plate in the centre.
Marylebone Antiques

This is a very useful size, and is finished nicely on the back as well, so it can be used as a free standing item.

fig 1. A rectangular mahogany campaign writing table featuring a dark leather top, brass corner brackets, and recessed brass drawer pulls.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table

We have had this re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age. There are some small marks and indentations here and there beneath the polish, giving this a wonderful patina.

Width – 42 inches , 107 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 54 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 60 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Campaign Writing Table to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1139135
Dealers Internal Ref
10340
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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A rectangular mahogany campaign writing table featuring a dark leather top, brass corner brackets, and recessed brass drawer pulls.
Antique Mahogany Military Campaign Writing Table
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A rectangular mahogany campaign writing table featuring a dark leather top, brass corner brackets, and recessed brass drawer pulls.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Leather writing surface
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

Campaign furniture was designed for British military officers on the move during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries, engineered for easy dismantling and transport.

These pieces typically utilized dense hardwoods such as mahogany or teak for durability, reinforced with brass corners, straps, and recessed handles to withstand rigorous travel.

Authentic pieces feature dovetail jointing, solid brass hardware affixed with slotted screws, maker stamps, and construction methods indicative of 19th-century cabinet making.

A campaign desk serves as a functional workspace or console, pairing well with minimalist modern seating to highlight its historical details and rich timber tones.

Clean surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and apply quality beeswax periodically to nourish the wood. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and polish brass sparingly with a non-abrasive cleaner.
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