Campaign End Tables
CAMPAIGN STYLE
Sometimes called “knock-down” furniture, campaign furniture was designed to be folded, collapsed, taken apart and packed flat to load onto a ship or a camel’s back. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style with sturdy and elegant pieces. Even in a tent thousands of miles from London, a four-poster bed, dining table and seating could simulate the comforts of home.
Antique and vintage campaign-style furniture was also initially designed as propaganda. The mahogany and teak structures were part of a purposeful demonstration of power in these campaigns, with the colonizing military officers imposing their culture and view of what they considered “civilized” on a given land and its peoples. Designers and manufacturers including Thomas Butler, Ross & Co. of Dublin, and Morgan & Sanders contributed to the rapid production of this furniture as the British Empire expanded through Africa, Asia and Australia.
Campaign furniture was utilitarian as well as refined, fitted with recessed brass handles and brass angles on stackable chests and other case pieces to protect vulnerable corners. The Wellington chest was one of the most famous pieces to come out of this style, named for the Duke of Wellington, who slept in his campaign bed long after his battles were over.
The flexibility of campaign-style furniture would influence 20th-century Scandinavian modernists such as Kaare Klint, Mogens Koch and Arne Norell. For his 1930s Safari chair, Klint drew on the simple Roorkhee chair, named for a town in northern India. The lightweight and adaptable campaign-style seat was created in the late 19th century and had no fixed joinery. The Roorkhee’s influence can also be seen in the Wassily chair, a pared-down work of tubular metal and durable canvas conceived by legendary Bauhaus instructor Marcel Breuer.
Now, 21st-century designers like Jomo Tariku and Dokter and Misses are creating pieces that recognize the contributions of African artisans to campaign furniture in order to reframe this style without overlooking its difficult past.
Find a collection of authentic antique and vintage campaign bedroom furniture, chairs, decorative objects and other pieces on 1stDibs.
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Style: Campaign
Drexel Accolade Collection II Campaign Style Wood End Tables w Glass Tops Insert
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Drexel Accolade II Collection Campaign style rectangular wood end tables with a single drawer, brass plated hardware, and beveled g...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Palecek Rattan End Tables with Faux Crocodile Leather Tops, c. 2010
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of uncommon Palecek rattan and mahogany end tables with faux crocodile or alligator leather tops.
Rattan base features X-shaped sides and square bottom with wrapped and woven...
Category
Early 2000s American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Mahogany
Henredon Campaign Nightstands
By Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern bedside tables with drawer storage. Designed by Henredon in a campaign style with brass hardware.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Campaign Style Pair of Vintage Two Tiered Table or Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome pair of British colonial style stands crafted in mahogany with two tiers in a stylized parsons form with campaign style brass hardware.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Late 20th Century Baker Furniture Campaign Style End Table Faux Bamboo Legs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Late 20th Century Baker Furniture Campaign style rectangular end table comprised of walnut & mahogany veneer, burlwood top, triple cane faux bamboo legs, and X cross-str...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Walnut, Mahogany
Campaign Style Two Tiered Table of Teak and Brass from England
Located in Austin, TX
A fine British Campaign style two-tiered rectangular side or end table of patinated teak featuring hand-cut brass accents on the corners and a brass cartouche in the top center.
Per...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Bedside Nightstand End Table
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Nightstand with Brass Fittings and Military Campaign Side Table Drawers.
Made by R.E.H Kennedy and retailed through Harrods London, ...
Category
20th Century British Campaign End Tables
Materials
Hardwood
VINTAGE HARRODS KENNEDY MILITARY CAMPAIGN SiDE TABLE BUTLERS SERVING TRAY TOP
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage Mahogany & Brass Military Campaign side table with butlers serving tray
Please note th...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Campaign Style Side Tables, Circa 1970s, a Pair
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of 1970s Drexel Heritage Furnishing campaign style side tables. Excellent vintage condition.
Measurements are 21.25"W x 25.75"D x 25"H...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Wide Modern Campaign Style Etagere
Located in Westwood, NJ
A combination of a traditional English campaign style with an updated modern design.
This three-tier etagere is a satisfying combination of wood and brass, it has a sophisticated,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Small Harrods London Hardwood Military Campaign Lamp Side End Tables
Located in GB
We are delighted to this stunning pair of small Harrods London mahogany military Campaign side tables with brass fittings made by Kennedy furniture
These tables are in vintage cond...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Restored Harrods Kennedy Hardwood Military Campaign Single Drawer Tables
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored Kennedy furniture Harrods London Military Campaign side tables with full sized single drawers
A good lookin...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Modern Campaign Style Etagere
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Campaign Style Etagere. A combination of a traditional English campaign style with an updated modern design.
This three-tier etagere is a satisfying combination of wood and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair Late 20th Baker Furn Campaign Style Black and Natural Pedestal End Tables
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Vintage Baker furniture campaign style pedestal end tables, a pair with a black and natural finish. Beautiful condition, keeping in m...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Wood, Paint
Baker Cherrywood and Brass 3 Drawer Night Stands
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of cherrywood and brass 3 drawer night stand by Baker, newly restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Category
1960s American Vintage Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign High Side End Table Hardwood
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this tall Military campaign coffee or cocktail table made by Kennedy and retailed through Harrods London.
I have another of these listed under m...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Campaign Style Side Chests by Baker, 1970s
By Milling Road
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A Pair of chic dark walnut stained campaign style end tables or side chests by Baker Milling Road. The dark cabinets, with polished brass mounts and drawer pulls in a timeless campai...
Category
1970s American Vintage Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Hardwood & Brass Round Military Campaign Side End Table
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original military campaign round tripod side end table with brass fittings
A good looking well-made and decorative side table, it is an or...
Category
19th Century English Antique Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Military Campaign Yew Wood Bedside Side End Lamp Table
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Vintage Bradley Military Campaign Yew Wood Bedside End Lamp Table.
A well made and solid table, mad...
Category
20th Century British Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Leather Box on Stand
Located in Westwood, NJ
A leather box on stand. The box is wrapped in elegant antiqued leather with a brass drop handle, when opened the box is lined with decorative paper. It si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Campaign End Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Drexel Weatherwood Collection Campaign Cabinet Style Pair of Nightstands
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Drexel Weatherwood Collection Campaign cabinet style nightstands or end or side tables with brass plated hardware. Beautiful condit...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
British Campaign Officer's Chest in Rosewood on Custom Stand, Early 1900's
Located in Nantucket, MA
A handsome, rosewood British Campaign officer's chest on a custom made stand. It features the brass strap corners are typical of the the Campa...
Category
Early 20th Century Campaign End Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons End Table W/Tile Top by John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection end table with tile top designed by John Wisner. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The tile has been caulked and it has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
NOTE: If you love this rattan Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection by John Wisner end table.
NOTE: Shipping is possible via parcel which may reduce shipping costs.
Exotic, Incredible, and Ficks Reed!!! This is a fabulous rectangular end table by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. It is comprised of a stout rattan base, and it features a wonderful white tile top including three tiles with black painted Asian designs of fans and symbols… it’s absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! This end table is from Ficks Reed’s Far Horizons collection by John Wisner which was introduced in 1954. It is designed with sturdy and stylish crossbars with rattan ties on the corners on all four sides of the coffee table. And the design of this awesome Campaign style end table is classic allowing it to work with many decor aesthetics and styles from traditional to mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room next to a lounge chair or in the family room aside a comfortable chaise or loveseat. Or, maybe on its own in an entry or hallway adorned with foliage.
The Ficks Reed Furniture Company was originally established by Louis Ficks as the National Carriage and Reed Company in 1885. For over 125 years they built their reputation manufacturing high quality furniture using wicker...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Rattan
Pair of Campaign Leather Top Tables or Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of English tables crafted in mahogany with dark green leather tops having oval brass medallions on an octagon case with four drawers having brass campaign hardware...
Category
Early 20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare Find Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign High Side End Table Hardwood
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nicely made Military campaign coffee or cocktail table made by Kennedy and retailed through Harrods London.
I have another of these li...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons Coffee Table w/Tile Top by John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection coffee table with tile top designed by John Wisner. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are small hairline cracks in three tiles, and they have been reglued and caulked. It has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
Note: If you love this rattan Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection by John Wisner coffee table we also have the matching lounge chair, sofa, and end table listed here for sale if they are still available.
Fantastic and Ficks Reed!!! This is a gorgeous large square coffee table by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. It is comprised of a stout rattan base, and it features a wonderful white tile top including four tiles with black painted Asian designs of fans and symbols… it’s absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! This coffee table is from Ficks Reed’s Far Horizons collection by John Wisner which was introduced in 1954. It is designed with sturdy and stylish crossbars with rattan ties on the corners on all four sides of the coffee table. And the design of this awesome Campaign style coffee table is classic allowing it to work with many decor aesthetics and styles from traditional to mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room across from your sofa or in the family room among a wonderful pair of lounge chairs.
The Ficks Reed Furniture Company was originally established by Louis Ficks as the National Carriage and Reed Company in 1885. For over 125 years they built their reputation manufacturing high quality furniture using wicker...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Rattan, Ceramic
Wicker & Brass Cube Tables, circa 1960
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of fiber rush wrapped cube form side tables / end tables with decorative brass fittings at top / bottom corners and recessed smoked glass tops. All original nicely aged vintage ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique English Regency Campaign Canterbury Mahogany Magazine Newspaper Rack
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1940s English Regency/ Campaign style magazine rack. An unsual form with extended legs allowing for a more comfortable height with a lower shelf. Made from mahogany with bent...
Category
1940s Vintage Campaign End Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Drexel Weatherwood Collection Campaign Style End Table Cabinet or Chest
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Drexel weatherwood Collection Campaign style end table, cabinet, or chest with one drawer, 2 doors with brass plated hardware, and...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
English Campaign Decorative Box on Stand
Located in Westwood, NJ
An English Campaign style decorative box on stand, this smaller wood box is beautifully detailed with brass tacks and hardware with leather accents. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Campaign End Tables
Materials
Wood
1994 Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Side Table on Pine Stand Side Accent
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1994 leather steam trunk on Pine stand. Features straps and brass covered corners. Trunk does not open. Measure: 25".
Category
Late 20th Century Campaign End Tables
Materials
Leather, Pine
One Drawer End or Side Table Oxford Square by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in New York, NY
From one of the most stylish line of furniture produced by Drexel, this Oxford square end, or side table is in original, clean and ready to use condition. The table has an open storage space (9.75 in H) over one large drawer. The pecan wood case features the signature faux inlay design, and brass colored metal corners and recessed bail style drawer pull, on bun style feet. 1970's mod meets classic campaign style, equals Drexel Oxford Square...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal
Pair of Brass & Mahogany Campaign Style Coffee Tables or End Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of brass & mahogany Campaign style coffee tables or end tables.
Unmarked, Attributed to the Baker Furniture company
Rare to find a pair, often used together as coffee tables,...
Category
20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
British Campaign Style Iron Folding Table or Armchair, Mid 19th C
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A versatile, British campaign style, iron table with the ability to transform into a chair. Mid 19th C.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Campaign End Tables
Materials
Iron
Charming Antique English Carved Oak End Table with Crown and Black Glass Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A masculine wonderfully weathered carved oak end table having single drawer with crown decoration and two animal motife heads that look like chess...
Category
19th Century English Antique Campaign End Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
Pair of Faux Drum Tables
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of realistic faux drum stands crafted in wood and rope raised on drum stick legs and turned feet. Painted with historical accuracy depicting the crest of James I 1603, uniting the English lion with the Irish harp...
Category
20th Century English Campaign End Tables
Materials
Rope
Campaign Style Square Side Table White Laminate Top by Hickory Furniture Mfg
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome and useful small square campaign style side, end, or occasional table with a white laminate top made by Hickory Furniture Manufacturing. It is in wonderful vintage condition...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Campaign End Tables - probably 19th Century English
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Campaign Chests or End Tables, believed to be English, circa 19th Century. They are a versatile size and can be used as side or end tab...
Category
19th Century English Antique Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Iron Campaign table C.1940
Located in Hudson, NY
French Iron Campaign table C.1940
Category
Mid-20th Century European Campaign End Tables
Materials
Iron
HENREDON Artefacts Campaign Style Square Accent Table
By Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Campaign style square accent table by Henredon, from their Artefacts Collection. Solid oak with a slightly distressed finish, banded top with a parquetry pattern, ribbing to the ap...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Materials
Oak
19th Century British Brass Bound Campaign Style Cellarette on Stand
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century British brass bound campaign style cellarette on stand made padouk. Great height- could be used as a side table.
Category
19th Century English Antique Campaign End Tables
Materials
Brass
Classic Campaign Style Gueridon Side Table, Sold Singly
Located in Sheffield, MA
Classic French Campaign style metal X frame table base with pad/claw foot detail. Great as end table, side table, night table or occasional table.
Category
Late 20th Century Campaign End Tables
Materials
Metal
Campaign end tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Campaign end tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage end tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Campaign end tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original end tables, popular names associated with this style include Harrods, Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Drexel, and Baker Furniture Company. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for end tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $8,400 while the average work can sell for $1,995.
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