What is a travelling storage box?

A travelling storage box is a durable container built for moving personal possessions during journeys, ranging from large chests to small vanity cases. These pieces were constructed by cabinetmakers and luggage outfitters to protect belongings against the strains of horse-drawn transport, shipping, and military campaigns.

How were campaign chests used?

Campaign chests served as portable wardrobes and desks for military officers and officials on active service or colonial postings. Their modular design allowed them to be packed, locked, and transported by pack animal or wagon without damaging the contents inside.

Why use camphorwood in trunks?

Camphorwood was selected for travelling trunks because its natural oils emit a strong aroma that deters moths and insects. This protective quality made the timber ideal for storing woollens, uniforms, and textiles during extended voyages in tropical climates.

How do I date an antique trunk?

Dating relies on observing construction methods, timber choices, lock types, and external hardware styles over different centuries. Earlier pieces from the 18th century often display hand-wrought iron and heavy leather studwork, whereas 19th-century examples frequently feature brass bound corners and machine-made components.

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A travelling storage box offers robust utility and storied charm, bringing historical craftsmanship into modern rooms.

Victorian Metal-bound Painted Travelling Trunk with Red Interior

19th century

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Victorian Metal-bound Painted Travelling Trunk with Red Interior

From Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

£1,650

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Antique Travel Trunk Storage Chest C1920

1900 - 1920

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Antique Travel Trunk Storage Chest C1920

From MebleinUK

£189

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chests

19th century

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Interesting and Unusual Campaign Trunk.

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£115

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chests

19th century

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Early 19th Century Mahogany Apothecary Travelling Case with Bottles & Drawer, Circa 1820

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£460

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Crocodile Alligator Leather Hornback Suitcase Storage Case

1920 - 1940

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Crocodile Alligator Leather Hornback Suitcase Storage Case

From The Real Wood Furniture Company

£912

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19th century

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Hide Trunk

From D J Green Antiques

£365

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chests

19th century

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Late Victorian Pine Travelling Trunk.

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£115

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chests

1900 - 1920

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Pair of Antique Bound Pine Chests (Belonged to Jessie Degan Cole of Dawn House, Sleepers Hill in Winchester)

From Culvertons

£475

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chests

19th century

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Antique Leather Domed Trunk

From Penderyn Antiques

£495

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chests

Antique Casablanca Travel Trunk, African, Leather, Portmanteau Case, Edwardian

1900 - 1920

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Antique Casablanca Travel Trunk, African, Leather, Portmanteau Case, Edwardian

From London Fine Antiques

£2,450

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Several travelling trunks retain their original railway and steamship company transit labels, preserving the physical record of their historical journeys.

Victorian Military Camphor Wood Campaign Chest Travel Trunk Blanket Box with Key

19th century

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Victorian Military Camphor Wood Campaign Chest Travel Trunk Blanket Box with Key

From Lincoln Restorations

£1,150

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A Late George III Hide and Metal Bound Travelling Trunk Hy Seabrook of St.pauls, London, First Quarter 19th Century

18th century

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A Late George III Hide and Metal Bound Travelling Trunk Hy Seabrook of St.pauls, London, First Quarter 19th Century

From Jeckyll & Co

£195

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chests

19th century

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Antique Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

From Deva Antiques

£985

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chests

18th century

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Round Coffer in Hide

From Rumble Antiques

£550

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chests

19th century

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Antique Campaign Military Chest

From Past to Present

£295

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chests

Antique South Caucasian or Shahsavan Complete Mafrash Storage Bag, Circa 1890.

19th century

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Antique South Caucasian or Shahsavan Complete Mafrash Storage Bag, Circa 1890.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£750

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Travelling Storage Box

Victorian Metal-bound Painted Travelling Trunk with Red Interior

Antique Travel Trunk Storage Chest C1920

Interesting and Unusual Campaign Trunk.

Early 19th Century Mahogany Apothecary Travelling Case with Bottles & Drawer, Circa 1820

Crocodile Alligator Leather Hornback Suitcase Storage Case

Hide Trunk

Late Victorian Pine Travelling Trunk.

Pair of Antique Bound Pine Chests (Belonged to Jessie Degan Cole of Dawn House, Sleepers Hill in Winchester)

Antique Leather Domed Trunk

Antique Casablanca Travel Trunk, African, Leather, Portmanteau Case, Edwardian

Victorian Military Camphor Wood Campaign Chest Travel Trunk Blanket Box with Key

A Late George III Hide and Metal Bound Travelling Trunk Hy Seabrook of St.pauls, London, First Quarter 19th Century

Antique Camphorwood Campaign Trunk

Round Coffer in Hide

Antique Campaign Military Chest

Antique South Caucasian or Shahsavan Complete Mafrash Storage Bag, Circa 1890.

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