How do I identify a campaign box?

Campaign boxes feature recessed brass handles and corner brackets designed to sit flush against the wood. This construction allowed military officers to pack and transport their belongings without damaging the hardware. Such pieces are typically constructed from sturdy timbers like camphor wood or mahogany to withstand long journeys. Look for sectional designs or hinged lift-up tops built for practical service in the field.

What are secret drawers used for?

Secret drawers provided a concealed space to store valuables, sensitive correspondence, or currency away from casual view. Cabinetmakers built them behind removable partitions or false bottoms within writing slopes and tea caddies. Accessing these compartments usually requires releasing a hidden wooden spring or sliding panel. Their presence indicates a higher grade of craftsmanship and thoughtful interior planning.

How should I care for wood and brass?

Maintain the timber by applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the grain and protect the finish from moisture. Avoid placing boxes in direct sunlight or near heat sources to prevent the wood from warping or splitting. Clean the brass elements gently with a soft cloth to remove dust without stripping patination. Avoid abrasive metal polishes that can stain the surrounding wood surface.

How do I date an antique box?

Dating relies on observing the joinery methods, timber choices, and hardware styles characteristic of different eras. Georgian pieces often display hand-cut dovetails and simpler brass mounts, while Victorian examples frequently utilise elaborate inlays and fitted interiors. Examine the lock mechanism and screws, as hand-turned screws point to earlier periods, whereas machine-made hardware became common by the mid-nineteenth century. Comparing the overall form to dated examples helps narrow down the decade of production.

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An antique box with brass offers practical storage paired with metal mounts, combining timber bodies with hardware designed to last.

19th century

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Early 19th Century Coaching Trunk

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£935

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Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk

19th century

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Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk

From LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

£795

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A Lovely Set of Chemist’s Precision Beam Scales by the Renowned British Maker Oertling.

1900 - 1920

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A Lovely Set of Chemist’s Precision Beam Scales by the Renowned British Maker Oertling.

From Designer Antiques4u

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Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, Decorative Specimen Case, Circa 1920

1900 - 1920

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Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, Decorative Specimen Case, Circa 1920

From London Fine Antiques

£2,750

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George III Apothecary Box with Out Contents

18th century

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George III Apothecary Box with Out Contents

From Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton

£995

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Victorian Walnut Brass Bound Stationery Box C 1880 28cm in Excellent Condition

19th century

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Victorian Walnut Brass Bound Stationery Box C 1880 28cm in Excellent Condition

From Robert Bush Antiques

£295

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George III Period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler

18th century

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George III Period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler

From W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

£1,150

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Outstanding Games Box in Burl Walnut, Brass and Malachite C.1880

19th century

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Outstanding Games Box in Burl Walnut, Brass and Malachite C.1880

From Puckerings

£3,895

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Brass Bound 'Figured' Walnut Card/games Box by George Betjemann

19th century

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Brass Bound 'Figured' Walnut Card/games Box by George Betjemann

From Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

£875

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19th century

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Regency Mahogany Box Cellarette

From S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

£1,895

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Listings feature various timbers including mahogany, oak, rosewood, walnut, and camphor wood paired with brass hardware across the Georgian and Victorian periods.

Fine Antique English Coromandel Decanter / Drinks Box C.1880

19th century

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Fine Antique English Coromandel Decanter / Drinks Box C.1880

From Puckerings

£5,750

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19th century

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An Unusual Victorian Walnut Inkstand

From The Dorking Desk Shop

£585

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Beautifully Grained Victorian, Solid Camphorwood, Campaign Trunk

1900 - 1920

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Beautifully Grained Victorian, Solid Camphorwood, Campaign Trunk

From The Dorking Desk Shop

£625

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1900 - 1920

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An Art Nouveau Fireside Container

From W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

£575

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Antique Patent Safe, English Cast Iron Lock Box, Milners of Liverpool, Victorian

19th century

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Antique Patent Safe, English Cast Iron Lock Box, Milners of Liverpool, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£1,295

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Princess Helena Victoria of Schleswig Holstein Jewellery & Tiara Box

19th century

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Princess Helena Victoria of Schleswig Holstein Jewellery & Tiara Box

From Abersoch Antiques

£2,300

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Antique Box with Brass

Early 19th Century Coaching Trunk

Antique Military Campaign Camphor Wood Trunk

A Lovely Set of Chemist’s Precision Beam Scales by the Renowned British Maker Oertling.

Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, Decorative Specimen Case, Circa 1920

George III Apothecary Box with Out Contents

Victorian Walnut Brass Bound Stationery Box C 1880 28cm in Excellent Condition

George III Period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler

Outstanding Games Box in Burl Walnut, Brass and Malachite C.1880

Brass Bound 'Figured' Walnut Card/games Box by George Betjemann

Regency Mahogany Box Cellarette

Fine Antique English Coromandel Decanter / Drinks Box C.1880

An Unusual Victorian Walnut Inkstand

Beautifully Grained Victorian, Solid Camphorwood, Campaign Trunk

An Art Nouveau Fireside Container

Antique Patent Safe, English Cast Iron Lock Box, Milners of Liverpool, Victorian

Princess Helena Victoria of Schleswig Holstein Jewellery & Tiara Box

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