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Antique Campaign Chest of Drawers
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Antique Campaign Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 7 March 2026 · The Ark Stores
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Description

A campaign chest of drawers

Made by the Army and Navy

Stamped Army and Navy to the inside

Brass recessed handles

Oak and pine

Original green paint

Missing side handles

Missing metal edge banding

Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
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SA1172879
Description
A campaign chest of drawers

Made by the Army and Navy

Stamped Army and Navy to the inside

Brass recessed handles

Oak and pine

Original green paint

Missing side handles

Missing metal edge banding

Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Antique Campaign Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
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SA1172879
The Ark Stores
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016
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Haslemere
Surrey
GU27 2HG
United Kingdom
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An antique wooden campaign chest of drawers featuring dark grain wood panels and inset brass pull handles.
Antique Campaign Chest of Drawers
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An antique wooden campaign chest of drawers featuring dark grain wood panels and inset brass pull handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFlush inset brass handles, Brass corner brackets, Two-section modular construction, Recessed side carrying handles
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Campaign chests originated during the 18th and 19th centuries for military officers and British officials who needed modular, easily transportable furniture that could withstand frequent transit across colonies.

These pieces are typically built from dense hardwoods like mahogany, teak, or camphor, featuring reinforced brass corners, flush-fitting inset handles, and two-section modular bodies to facilitate easy packing.

Authentic pieces often exhibit period hand-cut dovetailing, heavy cast brass hardware secured with slot-head screws, makers stamps on the drawer linings, and natural timber shrinkage consistent with age.

A campaign chest works well as a statement storage piece in a hallway or bedroom, pairing effectively with minimalist contemporary decor to highlight its rich wood tones and industrial brass details.

Maintain the timber by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the surface, avoid direct sunlight and heat sources, and clean brass hardware gently without abrasive chemical polishes.
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