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19th Century Fitted Interior Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk, C1860
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19th Century Fitted Interior Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk, C1860

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Rare Mid 19th Century Camphor Wood Travelling Trunk with Original Fitted Interior

This stunning camphor wood travelling trunk from the mid-19th century is both functional and decorative. It features brass-bound construction with sturdy brass mounts and carrying handles, making it a durable piece from the era of campaign furniture.

The trunk's interior boasts a central decorated door flanked by mirrored doors, providing additional storage space. The lid is securely held open by a brass stay. It includes a candle box with two drawers below and a central serving tray with pierced handle grips. The lovely fragrance of camphor is present. It features a warm, rich colour and patina, suitable for use as a decorative coffee table. The early timbers exhibit a deep colour and patination, making this trunk a rare find. It serves as a bold and decorative statement piece for a variety of interiors.

Height 34cm (13.4in)

Width 73cm (28.7in)

Depth 38cm (15.0in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk to the 19th Century.

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SA1156361
Dealers Internal Reference
1323
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Rare Mid 19th Century Camphor Wood Travelling Trunk with Original Fitted Interior
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This stunning camphor wood travelling trunk from the mid-19th century is both functional and decorative.
Anthony Short Antiques

It features brass-bound construction with sturdy brass mounts and carrying handles, making it a durable piece from the era of campaign furniture.

fig 1. A 19th-century rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk with brass corner fittings and side carrying handles.
fig 1. 19th Century Fitted Interior Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk, C1860

The trunk's interior boasts a central decorated door flanked by mirrored doors, providing additional storage space. The lid is securely held open by a brass stay. It includes a candle box with two drawers below and a central serving tray with pierced handle grips. The lovely fragrance of camphor is present. It features a warm, rich colour and patina, suitable for use as a decorative coffee table. The early timbers exhibit a deep colour and patination, making this trunk a rare find. It serves as a bold and decorative statement piece for a variety of interiors.

Height 34cm (13.4in)

Width 73cm (28.7in)

Depth 38cm (15.0in)

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1156361
Dealers Internal Ref
1323
Anthony Short Antiques
Anthony Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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GU28 0AH
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A 19th-century rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk with brass corner fittings and side carrying handles.
19TH CENTURY FITTED INTERIOR CAMPHOR WOOD CAMPAIGN TRUNK, C1860
Ref: SA1156361
A 19th-century rectangular camphor wood campaign trunk with brass corner fittings and side carrying handles.
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  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlush brass corners, Side carrying handles, Recessed escutcheon plate, Camphor wood grain
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 73 cm (29 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

This mid-19th-century Victorian campaign trunk is made from solid camphor wood displaying a warm brown grain with a rich patina. The rectangular timber box is reinforced with heavy brass corner guards, a recessed rectangular escutcheon plate on the front, a central metal hasp lock, and looped metal side carrying handles mounted on circular backplates. Additional metal strapping binds the vertical seams and edges, while small low feet support the base. The hinged lid secures shut over a flush-fitting top panel marked with a small central inlay. Measuring 34 cm high, 73 cm wide, and 38 cm deep, this sturdy travelling trunk functions well as a decorative coffee table in a living room, study, or gentleman's library. Its low profile and durable brass-bound construction provide a practical surface for books or decorative objects while adding historic character to contemporary interiors.

FAQs

A campaign trunk is a piece of portable storage furniture designed to be packed up and moved by military officers or travellers during overseas expeditions in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Camphor wood was favoured for travel trunks because its natural aromatic oils repelled insects such as moths and termites, protecting clothing and official documents during long maritime voyages.

Authentic period pieces typically feature flush brass corner brackets and inset carrying handles designed to prevent snagging during transport, alongside hand-dovetailed joinery and original lock mechanisms.

These trunks function effectively as distinct coffee tables, end-of-bed storage boxes, or entryway benches, introducing rich timber tones and historical character to modern living spaces.

Keep the trunk away from direct heat sources and radiator vents to prevent timber shrinkage, and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically along the grain to nourish the wood.
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