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British Colonial Military Officer's Campaign Metal Field Desk

About the Item

Rare British colonial officer's campaign field desk on stand. Constructed from metal and brass featuring a royal blue painted finish with gilt highlights. The top opens to a fitted interior complete with storage bins and cutglass ink wells with brass crown lids. Produced by the Army Navy Co-Operative Society and retailed at their store in Calcutta, India. Large handles on each side and locking top. Brass makers mark on inside.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Campaign (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully distressed functioning condition with no key.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio Vista, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU155529386933

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