Victorian Teak Brass-Bound Campaign Chest

This exceptional Victorian campaign trunk, crafted from richly grained teak and bound in brass, exemplifies the timeless elegance and practical ingenuity of British military furniture. Lined with fragrant camphorwood, it was designed for mobility and durability—essential for British army officers traveling throughout India and the East during the height of the Empire.

Teak was used on the outside as it is very resistant to sea water, very usefl while this was being transported on ships on its journies.

Campaign furniture was made to be both functional and portable, and this trunk would have accompanied its officer on long and arduous journeys, serving as secure storage for personal effects, uniforms, and documents. The camphorwood lining was a deliberate and highly practical choice: camphor’s natural aromatic properties are renowned for repelling insects and moths, making it ideal for protecting clothing and valuables in tropical climates.

The brass bindings not only reinforce the trunk’s structure but also reflect its refined military heritage, where strength and sophistication met in equal measure. Today, this piece serves as a striking coffee table or storage solution in any classic or contemporary interior, echoing stories of travel, service, and adventure.

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

Dimensions:

104cms wide 41ins

53cms deep 21ins

52cms high 20 1/2ins

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This Victorian Teak and Brass-Bound Campaign Trunk carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

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