Victorian Camphor Wood Campaign Chest

Victorian camphor wood campaign chest This Victorian camphor wood campaign chest was made circa 1870. This lovely chest has its original brass corners and straps, these were not only for ornament but also for the practical use of giving protection it as it was loaded onto ships, wagons, and mules as it was to be transported around the Far East carrying the British officers belongings. It is made of camphor wood, this wood was used as it deters the insects from eating the uniforms etc that were inside. When you lift the lid you get the beautiful gentle perfume of the wood. These Antique camphor wood chests make wonderful coffee tables and make wonderful conversation pieces. I'm sure your family and friends will have their imaginations spared by wondering what scrapes and events it has been through. 104.5cms wide 41ins 52cms deep 20 1/2ins 49cms high 19 1/4ins Measurements are as accurate as possible Delivery UK mainland Free Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course. On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. Victorian camphor wood campaign chest is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in. We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock. Guarantee This Victorian camphor wood campaign chest 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. Price Matching Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison. When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home. We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock. Hingstons Distance selling policy. Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent. Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer. Items remain on sale until payment is received.