Victorian Teak Campaign Chest by Army & Navy Stores

A fine Victorian teak campaign chest supplied by the renowned Army & Navy Stores, designed for officers travelling across the Empire. Constructed in two separate sections, this classic campaign form allowed easy transport during military service, with each half stacking securely using original brass locating pins. Crafted from richly coloured teak with recessed brass campaign handles and brass corner protectors, the chest displays the robust practicality and refined aesthetic typical of late 19th century military furniture. The proportions make it ideal for modern homes, offering both decorative presence and excellent storage. A genuine piece of British military history, combining portability, craftsmanship and timeless style. When an officer was commissioned he would go to the Army & Navy Stores to kit himself out with all his needs for his overseas adventures, including ordering a campaign chest Key Features: • Victorian teak campaign chest by Army & Navy Stores • Made in two parts for ease of transport • Original recessed brass campaign handles • Brass corner protectors and fittings • Rich teak colour with attractive grain • Classic military design with practical storage • Authentic late 19th century construction “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.” 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. This Victorian teak campaign chest is a green product and have not affected the environment we live in. Guarantee: This Victorian teak 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 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality 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.