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Georgian Brass Bound Campaign Box C.1820
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Georgian Brass Bound Campaign Box C.1820

18th century
Sold 27 January 2026 · Michael Johnson Antiques
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Description

A superb example of late Georgian craftsmanship, this elegant campaign box is beautifully fashioned from rich, dark mahogany and reinforced with classic brass strapwork—typical of military and travel boxes of the early 19th century. The clean, angular lines and rounded edges are complemented by the striking brass mounts, which not only add aesthetic charm but were designed for durability during travel.

This piece opens to reveal a well-preserved interior complete with a lift-out jewellery tray, making it as practical as it is decorative. The tray provides ample space for rings, cufflinks, and smaller personal items, while the compartment beneath offers additional storage.

A working lock and original key are included, allowing the contents to be kept secure.

Materials:

Mahogany and brass

Age:

c.1820

Size:

Length: 26cm

Width: 21cm

Height: 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Brass Bound Campaign Box to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1154750
Dealers Internal Reference
tj396336
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Description
A superb example of late Georgian craftsmanship, this elegant campaign box is beautifully fashioned from rich, dark mahogany and reinforced with classic brass strapwork—typical of military and travel boxes of the early 19th century.
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The clean, angular lines and rounded edges are complemented by the striking brass mounts, which not only add aesthetic charm but were designed for durability during travel.
Michael Johnson Antiques
fig 1. A rectangular mahogany campaign box featuring inset brass strapping and a central brass escutcheon on the front.
fig 1. Georgian Brass Bound Campaign Box C.1820

This piece opens to reveal a well-preserved interior complete with a lift-out jewellery tray, making it as practical as it is decorative. The tray provides ample space for rings, cufflinks, and smaller personal items, while the compartment beneath offers additional storage.

A working lock and original key are included, allowing the contents to be kept secure.

Materials:

Mahogany and brass

Age:

c.1820

Size:

Length: 26cm

Width: 21cm

Height: 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Brass Bound Campaign Box to the Georgian era.

Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154750
Dealers Internal Ref
tj396336
Michael Johnson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014
Dealer Profile

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

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A rectangular mahogany campaign box featuring inset brass strapping and a central brass escutcheon on the front.
Georgian Brass Bound Campaign Box c.1820
Ref: SA1154750
A rectangular mahogany campaign box featuring inset brass strapping and a central brass escutcheon on the front.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass strapping, Flush escutcheon, Dovetail joinery
  • SizeH 11.5 cm (5 in) x W 21 cm (8 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Campaign boxes and furniture were specifically designed for British military officers on campaign during the late 18th and 19th centuries, engineered for durability and ease of transport during military expeditions.

These pieces typically utilized dense tropical hardwoods like mahogany or camphor wood, reinforced with brass corners, straps, and flush-fitting hardware to withstand the rigours of travel and variable climates.

Authenticity is indicated by period-appropriate joinery, hand-cut dovetails, genuine patina on the brass fixtures, countersunk screw heads, and secondary timbers consistent with 19th-century manufacturing.

A campaign box serves as a functional decorative object on a coffee table, bookshelf, or desk, adding historical texture and practical hidden storage to contemporary or traditional spaces.

Maintain the finish by applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to the wood and avoiding harsh chemical polishes on the brass hardware, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations.
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