Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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
Period: 20th Century
Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique military campaign chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 19...
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1920s British Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Military Campaign Style Chest of Drawers in Yew Wood
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique military campaign style chest of drawers in yew wood. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.
It is of superb quality and is a very useful siz...
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1930s British Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Chest. Chest has two short drawers on top with three longer drawers underneath. Chest is made of two parts. Original brass hardware. Beautiful ...
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Lovelly Small Yew Wood Military Campaign Bachelor’s Chest
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely yew wood military four drawer bachelors chest , brass corners and brass handles , in good condition .
Don't hesitate to contact me if you hav...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Banded Walnut Brass Campaign Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Southampton, NJ
Baker Campaign style chest of two generously sized drawers with handsome banded walnut top & front. Original brass hardware enhances striking walnut grains. Nice multifunctional stor...
Category
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique military campaign chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920-30’s.
It is...
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1930s British Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Campaign Secretary Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive antique British Colonial Chinese campaign chest crafted in teak wood in two piece construction with brass hardware, featuring a uniqu...
Category
Early 20th Century Hong Kong Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage British Colonial Campaign Style Gentleman's Wardrobe or Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century interpretation of a British colonial campaign gentleman's wardrobe crafted in mahogany having a lush dark finish, brass hardware, plenty of storage and classic bracket fe...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers: Vintage Elegance Reimagined
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the exceptional beauty of our mid-century chest of drawers, masterfully crafted from mahogany wood. This striking pair of 1960s vintage chests has been completely restored a...
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1960s American Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique English Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome antique British Colonial campaign chest crafted in mahogany in a two piece construction featuring a pullout desk with drawers and niches over four drawers with brass hardwar...
Category
Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1980's Campaign Style Bachelor Chest of Drawers
Located in Southampton, NJ
Campaign style Bachelors chest with four cock beaded dovetailed drawers boasting fiery Mahogany grains. A well designed mid size chest of drawers with generous storage. Matching piec...
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20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Campaign Style Chest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid Century Campaign Style Chest. Two part construction with brass hardware. Wood appears to be Hickory. Chest is raised on turned legs with side handles.
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Mid-20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hickory
Mahogany Marine / Campaign Chest Of Drawers Of A Cruise Liner
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely little mahogany campaign or marine chest of drawers which was at the time in a cabin of a cruise liner
Very beautiful little model with the cabin number written behind the dr...
Category
Early 20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Burl Wood Campaign Tall Chest With Brass Butterfly Details
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage burl wood campaign style tall chest with brass butterfly design details. The chest of drawers has two doors at top that open to small drawers inside. Below the doors are ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
Harrods Kenney Hardwood & Brass Military Campaign Sideboard Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage solid mahogany with brass trim Military Campaign sideboard with three drawers and two cupboards made by REH Kennedy and retaile...
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
STUNNING RALPH LAUREN MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS NiGHTSTAND
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Ralph Lauren Military Campaign Chest of Drawers.
A stunning Ralph Lauren military campaign chest of drawers nightstand is a unique and captivating piece of furniture that combines the elegance of traditional design with the rugged charm of a military-inspired aesthetic. It exudes a sense of adventure and sophistication, making it a captivating addition to any bedroom.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this nightstand showcases Ralph Lauren's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. The chest features a distinctive campaign design, inspired by vintage military furniture...
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20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Parisian Leather Clad Luggage Trunk Chest of Drawers
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Parisian Leather Clad Campaign Luggage Trunk Chest of Drawers
Category
1990s French Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather
Antique Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting antique campaign chest crafted in mahogany with dramatic wood grains, brass inlays and hardware, and featuring a foldout writing desk hav...
Category
Early 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
French Turn of the Century Wood Navy Chest with Brass Hardware
Located in Dallas, TX
A small French natural wood navy chest from the early 20th century, with brass hardware. Created in France during the early years of the 20th century, this small navy chest, inspired...
Category
20th Century French Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Baker Fruitwood Campaign Style Chests
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of chests or commodes crafted in fruitwood in a sleek modern form with hints of tradition having brass campaign style hardware and classic turned feet. Signed Baker i...
Category
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Modular Stackable Chests - Pair A
By Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of modular stackable two-drawer chests in the Japanese Tansu Campaign style by Henredon. Mahogany with smooth surface top, low height, brass accents, drawer handles & side han...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
VINTAGE CIRCA 1940's MILITARY CAMPAIGN SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE DRAWERS LOVELY
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage circa 1940s English Military Campaign bedside table sized lamp wine table.
A truly stun...
Category
1940s English Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Scottish or English Campaign Butler's Desk Chest of Drawers
Located in Centennial, CO
An elegant and functional antique Scottish or English campaign style butler's desk chest of drawer. Crafted out of teak or sycamore (exterior) and elm (interior) with original brass ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Modular Stackable Chests - Pair B
By Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of modular stackable two-drawer chests in the Japanese Tansu Campaign style by Henredon. Mahogany with smooth surface top, low height, brass accents, drawer handles & side han...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique British Colonial Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial chest crafted in mahogany with six drawers in a low profile with brass campaign hardware and bracket feet.
Category
Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fine Harrods London Kennedy Chest of Drawers Brown Leather Writing Slope Desk
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign chest of drawers which doubles as a writing bur...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Oak
Campaign Style Walnut 2-Drawer Chest of Drawers In The Manner Of Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Southampton, NJ
Handsome 2-drawer Campaign Style chest having solid walnut construction with brass pulls, side handles and corner accents. Incredible craftsmanship throughout with great detail and s...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
RESTORED ViNTAGE ENGLISH PINE & BRASS MILITARY CAMPIGN TALLBOY CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, fully restored hand made in England Pine and Brass tallboy chest of drawers
Please note the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Campaign Style Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Intriguing antique campaign style chest crafted in mahogany with well placed dramatic grains, brass inlays and hardware, keys for all drawers and turn...
Category
Early 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Burl Wood Bombe Chest of Drawers, Italy 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Italian bombe chest of drawers with a gorgeously grained burl wood veneer. This piece has three drawers with curved metal leaf m...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pull Out Tray 4 Drawers Flame Mahogany Brass Pull Compact Bachelor Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pull Out Tray 4 Drawers Flame Mahogany Brass Pull Compact Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT!
Category
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Italian Patchwork Burl Campaign Style Chest / Commode / Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian patchwork burl petite chest or commode or even a side table with campaign styling. The piece is a rich patchwork burl, a particular favorite of mine. It is in very...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Yew Military Campaign Style Made by Bevan Funnell
Located in Crawley, GB
Bevan Funnell 'Reprodux' yew campaign style chest of five drawers, the brass mounted top inset with green leather .
Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Please ha...
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Mid-20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Campaign Chiffonier In Mahogany
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely little chest of drawers in marine or campaign style in mahogany
unusual chest made up of 5 drawers
campaign chest of drawers with its typical brass decorations as well as its ...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Side End Table Drawers Green Leather
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of vintage Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign side tables with drawers and green leather tops
A truly stunning and well made p...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-Century Campaign Tall Chest: Ebonized Mahogany with Brass Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the captivating blend of historical elegance and modern sophistication with our Mid-Century Campaign Tall Chest of Drawers. Crafted from the finest mahogany wood, this exqu...
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1940s Canadian Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Campaign Style Ebonized Mahogany Brass Inlay Two Drawers Small Dresser Chest
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Campaign Style Ebonized Mahogany Brass Inlay Two Drawers Small Dresser Chest Mint!
Category
20th Century Unknown Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign Bedside Side End Table Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of restored Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign side tables with drawers
A truly stunning and well made pair by Kennedy Furnitur...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
MiLITARY CAMPAIGN STYLE BROWN MAHOGANY CHEST/TV STAND
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this charming Military campaign brown mahogany chest/tv stand.
This good looking, well made and decorative piece is proudly presented with four go...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Yew and Brass Bound Campaign Style Bedside Chest of Drawers
Located in Crawley, GB
A early 20th century yew and brass bound Campaign style bedside chest of four drawers . It is of lovely quality, with lovely brass handles and fixtures. This sits on bracket feet, an...
Category
Early 20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Small and Rustic Wood and Brass Chest, 1920s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury countryside inspired five-drawers chest of drawers. This amazing item is made of wood with brass hardware.
An astonishing piece with beautiful lines and perfe...
Category
Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Asian Modern Style Walnut Campaign Chests Henredon, 1970's
By Henredon
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of Asian style two drawer figured walnut campaign bachelor chests by Henredon Fine Furniture with decorative brass hardware at fronts and recessed brass swing handles at sides...
Category
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Nightstands with Leather Top
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this 1960s Kennedy for Harrods pair of Military Campaign tables chest of drawers.
Very well-made and soli...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather
Fine Vintage Burr Yew Wood Military Campaign Chest of Drawers Lovely Patina
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, vintage Burr Yew wood Military Campaign chest of drawers
A well made good looking and decorative piece, ...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Low Campaign Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic vintage campaign style chest crafted in walnut with three drawers in a hip low form with brass hardware and turned feet. Signed in a drawer with a Baker s...
Category
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Pair of English Campaign Chests
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of English antique five drawer campaign chests crafted in mahogany in a two piece construction with brass hardware and turned feet. Signed Shapland & Petter one of Englands oldest furniture...
Category
Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Kennedy for Harrods Military Campaign Four Drawer Chest with Brass Corners
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A 20th Century Kennedy For Harrods Military Campaign four drawer chest with brass corners, tooled green leather top & flush Handles.
R. E. H. Kennedy has been producing some of the finest traditional furniture available since 1948.
As a company they specialise in making antique reproduction furniture...
Category
1950s English Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Campaign Style Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of mid century three drawer stands or chests having a faux ostrich finish, brass campaign style hardware and block feet. Signed Trouvailles in a drawer.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mahogany Military Campaign Chests on Stands or Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of modern military campaign chests mounted on custom stands, circa 1970s. Incredible style, craftsmanship and attention to detai...
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1970s Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Nightstands Side Table 1960s
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning 1960s Kennedy Furniture For Harrods pair of Military Campaign green leather tables.
Very well-m...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Kennedy for Harrods Military Campaign Three Drawer Chest with Brass Corners
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A 20th century Kennedy For Harrods Military Campaign Three Drawer Chest with Brass Corners & Flush Handles.
R. E. H. Kennedy has been producing some of the finest traditional furniture available since 1948.
As a company they specialise in making antique reproduction furniture...
Category
1950s English Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Trapezoidal Lingerie Chest
Located in Hanover, MA
One stylish pyramid form chest of drawers made of ebonized oak and embellished with hammered silver metal accents.
15.5 inches wide at the top descending to 23 inches wide at the bo...
Category
1990s American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Hardwood Campaign Brass Bound Chest of Two Short and Two Long Drawers
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Early 20th century hardwood campaign brass bound chest of two short and two long drawers with sunken brass handles, raised upon out swept feet.
Category
Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Anglo Indian Hardwood Brass Inlay Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Anglo Indian circa 1920's Rosewood with Brass inlay Military Campaign chest of drawers
A very good looking well made and ...
Category
1920s Indian Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique circa 1920 Light Oak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers with Drop Front
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1920 Art Deco period English oak and brass Military Campaign chest of drawers with drop front top drawer.
This is a nicely mad...
Category
1920s English Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sarreid Mirror Polished Stainless & Brass Two-Drawer Low Chest
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1960s mirror polished stainless steel clad Campaign chest of two drawers with solid brass pulls by Sarreid of Spain. Finished on the back...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Petite Patchwork Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
A gorgeous vintage Petite Campaign chest of drawers. A chic little cabinet with a beautiful patchwork design. Classic campaign brass hardware. Finished on all sides so sits beautiful...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Military Campaign Light Oak Side End Lamp Wine Table Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of vintage oak & brass Military Campaign side table sized drawers.
A truly stunning and well made pair, these are part of a se...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Campaign commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Campaign commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Campaign commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods, Baker Furniture Company, and Sarreid Ltd.. 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 commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $883 and tops out at $22,500 while the average work can sell for $3,306.
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