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Campaign Chaise Longues

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
19th Century French Folding Wrought Iron Campaign Bed
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare 19th Century French wrought iron campaign bed has folding sides and replaced burlap. Terrific vintage piece.
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1870s French Antique Campaign Chaise Longues

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Wrought Iron

19th Century French Folding Wrought Iron Campaign Bed
19th Century French Folding Wrought Iron Campaign Bed

19th Century French Folding Wrought Iron Campaign Bed

Triple Strand Rattan Sofa & Chair Orange Fabric Cushions Style Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage triple strand rattan sofa and chair in the style of Heywood Wakefield with zippered orange nubby fabric and original foam filled cushions. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a couple of stains on the spring covers. It has been vacuumed, the frames have been cleaned and a coat of amber sealer. The fabric and cushions are in wonderful condition but there is a “crispy” sound to them. It is not the cushions but a backing on the fabric. Some may want to recover. Priced accordingly. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Early 1900’s-1940’s...
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Early 20th Century American Campaign Chaise Longues

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Metal

Triple Strand Rattan Sofa & Chair Orange Fabric Cushions Style Heywood Wakefield
Triple Strand Rattan Sofa & Chair Orange Fabric Cushions Style Heywood Wakefield

Triple Strand Rattan Sofa & Chair Orange Fabric Cushions Style Heywood Wakefield

Antique French Metal Campaign Chaise Chair with Custom Brazilian Cowhide Cushion
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A beautiful antique metal campaign chaise lounge from France. The chaise can be positioned into three different positions - as a chair, a traditional chaise, and a flat daybed. We custom made three cushions from our gorgeous ivory cowhide. Each cushion is generously stuffed with down feathers and a little synthetic to hold the shape. The cushions are attached with leather straps. We adore this one of a kind piece. Perfect for a sunny bedroom! Dimensions as a chaise with back...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Campaign Chaise Longues

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Metal

Antique French Metal Campaign Chaise Chair with Custom Brazilian Cowhide Cushion
Antique French Metal Campaign Chaise Chair with Custom Brazilian Cowhide Cushion

Antique French Metal Campaign Chaise Chair with Custom Brazilian Cowhide Cushion

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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Antique Tufted Leather Folding Campaign Library Recliner Chair, circa 1900
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Antique Tufted Leather Folding Campaign Library Recliner Chair, circa 1900

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English Mid-19th Century Military Campaign Folding Chaise Lounge
Located in Wells, ME
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English Mid-19th Century Military Campaign Folding Chaise Lounge

English Mid-19th Century Military Campaign Folding Chaise Lounge

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Antique Rattan Chaise Longue
Located in Hopewell, NJ
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1920s American Vintage Campaign Chaise Longues

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Antique Rattan Chaise Longue

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American Antique Adjustable Folding Campaign Chair
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Located in Haddonfield, NJ
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Campaign chaise longues for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Campaign chaise longues for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chaise longues created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Campaign chaise longues made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 chaise longues differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,500 and tops out at $3,995 while the average work can sell for $3,800.

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