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Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk/Chest with Brass Fittings & Carrying Handles 1880

$2,066.36
£1,510
€1,777.45
CA$2,835.64
A$3,175.16
CHF 1,656.64
MX$38,686.98
NOK 21,021.57
SEK 19,985.92
DKK 13,267.49
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About the Item

Large late 19th century, well figured camphor chest of rich colour, with brass bindings, carrying handles to each side. This chest would make an excellent coffee table, doubling up as a blanket chest/storage.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Campaign (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Later carrying handles.
  • Seller Location:
    Sherborne, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7154240716112

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