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Campaign Furniture

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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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Style: Campaign
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Rosewood Campaign Writing Slope Desk 14"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th Century English Georgian campaign writing slope, box or travel desk. Made of walnut feautring rectangular form with brass banding. Opens to purple velvet interior with...
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19th Century Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Anglo Indian Amboyna Campaign Writing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Brass Bounded From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Anglo Indian Amboyna Campaign Writing Box. The Writing Box of slim re...
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Early 19th Century Indian Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Modular Stackable Chests - Pair B
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...
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Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Restored Burr Yew & Elm Wood Brass Military Campaign Three Drawer Coffee Table
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr yew & elm wood military campaign coffee table retailed by Harrods London. This piece was retailed through Harrods London; the...
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20th Century British Campaign Furniture

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...
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20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

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 ...
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Early 20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Drexel Campaign China Cabinet
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho china cabinet. Made by the iconic Drexel group and tagged inside the drawer. Beautiful burnished brass campaign hardware. Interior glass shelving and a wood b...
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Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

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.
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Baker Pair of Vintage Fruitwood Campaign Style Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid century pair of stands crafted in fruitwood in a modern form with campaign hardware, one drawer, lower storage, and turned feet. Signed Baker in a drawer.
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Campaign Style Walnut 2-Drawer Chest of Drawers In The Manner Of 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...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair 1960's Vintage Tall Campaign style Walnut Wardrobes/ Armoires - Slim
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Rare Pair of Vintage 1960's Tall and Slim Campaign style Wardrobes/ Armoires/ Cabinets. The hardware is stunning. These would work anywhere but...
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1960s North American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

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...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood, Oak

FULLY RESTORED X LARGE HARRODS KENNEDY MILiTARY CAMPAIGN COFFEE TABLE HARDWOOD
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very large, fully restored, Harrods Kennedy Mahogany and Brass Military Campaign coffee table Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A very good looking and well made military table, made by Harrods oldest concession, they retailed through Harrods for 87 years. The drawers are baize lined, the hard wear all brass It has a lovely rich honest patina, it has been fully restored by a Victorian trained French...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Campaign Walnut and Brass Wall Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish Mid-Century Modern Campaign style walnut and brass framed wall mirror By John Stuart USA, 1960s Measures: 52.38"W x 0.88"D x 36.38"H. Very good original vintage conditi...
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1960s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Campaign Chest In Camphor Wood From The 19th Century With Tray
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb large 19th century campaign chest in camphor wood with tray in camphor wood Chest of the English navy with its fittings brasses of this style of furniture and its carrying han...
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19th Century British Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS BUILT IN
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, original circa 1900-1920 Burr Walnut free standing wardrobe...
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Early 1900s English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

HARRODS KENNEDY DOUBLE SIDED TWO PERSON MILITARY CAMPAIGN TWiN PEDESTAL DESK
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign twin pedestal double sided partner desk g...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage White Oak Console Table: Timeless Elegance & Craftsmanship
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the unparalleled elegance of our vintage console table, a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and timeless design. This piece has been lovingly restored by our expert team, crafted from solid white oak wood to ensure both stunning beauty and enduring durability. The console's captivating campaign-style design is beautifully showcased in a rich black ebonized color, further enhanced by a protective satin lacquer finish that accentuates its sleek lines and detailed craftsmanship. The table's charm is amplified by its original brass hardware, meticulously cleaned and polished to shine against the dark wood. It features a spacious rectangular tabletop and three drawers, offering ample storage space for various items. The drawers boast smooth functionality for easy access to your belongings. Supported by four robust squared legs, detailed with brass accents for added sophistication, this console table stands as a pillar of stability and style. Ideal for any contemporary or traditional interior, it serves as a striking addition to your living room, entryway, or hallway. This vintage white oak console table...
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1980s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

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...
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Early 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

1970's Mid Century Modern Campaign style Dresser by Thomasville
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Mid Century Modern 7 Drawer Campaign style Dresser by Thomasville. Beautiful hardware with a warm color tone.
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1970s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Coromandel and Brass Bound Campaign Humidor
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Antique Coromandel and Brass Bound Campaign Humidor. The cigars depicted are for illustrative purposes only.
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20th Century British Campaign Furniture

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 ...
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Mid-20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Maison Jansen Brass and Steel Paw Footed Campaign Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This a beautiful pair of Maison Jansen campaign style folding chairs. The chairs are in good condition with minor signs of age and use and will show normal wear and a few bolts are m...
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1960s French Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

STUNNING PAIR OF TWO TIER MILITARY CAMPAIGN SiDE END TABLES LARGE SINGLE DRAWERS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Military Campaign side tables with full sized single drawers and two tiers Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. A good looking and well-made pair, these are absolutely iconic and highly collectable, this is the only pair I...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Lexington Furniture Campaign Nightstand Nautica Collection
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A light stained wood nightstand with brass accents by Lexington Furniture Nautica Home Collection. The chest features three drawers down the front each with brass handles, Brass capp...
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20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

!9th Century Brass Officer's Campaign Bed/Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a very interesting coffee table that has been adapted from an English or French 19th century brass campaign bed. The table is in overall very g...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

English Leather Bound Campaign Trunk, c. 1820-1830
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a classic British leather-bound Campaign Trunk that was created in China at the beginning of the 19th century. The trunk is constructed of camphor wood; leather bound and det...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique English Campaign Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial pair of campaign stands crafted in mahogany with a brass bound top over a case with three drawers with brass hardware on bracket feet.
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Olive Burl Black Lacquer Asian Modern Campaign Style Brass Accent Server Dry Bar
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Dorothy Draper style campaign server bar cart on casters made by esteemed US furniture maker Century circa 1970s. Old growth flaxen flared grain olive ...
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1970s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century tall campaign chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century tall campaign chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality tall chest made in a hardwood like padouk.   Bank of 7 equally proportioned drawers...
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Late 19th Century Indian Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

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.
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mahogany and Leather English Campaign Desk Resting on Stretcher Base
Located in Montreal, QC
English Campaign Desk resting on stretcher and inset with black leather top and decorated with brass handles
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1950s English Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

British Military Officer's Campaign Chest or Dresser of Brass-Bound Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome British military officer’s Campaign Ware chest of drawers or dresser, from the 19th century, featuring a patinated mahogany exterior with two short drawers over three long...
Category

19th Century English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Bevan Funnell Military Campaign Bookcase with Embossed Leather Doors
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Bevan Funnell Bookcase With Embossed Leather Bookcase. The Bevan Funnel Military Campaign Bookcase is a true work of art. This stunning piece of furniture showcases a classic vintage design that is both elegant and practical. The bookcase is made from high-quality materials, including sturdy wood and durable brass hardware, ensuring its longevity and durability. One of the most striking features of this bookcase is its embossed leather doors. The doors are crafted from premium quality leather that has been skillfully embossed with intricate patterns that give it an alluring texture and a classic vintage appeal. The leather doors also serve as a protective cover for your books, shielding them from dust and other elements that could damage them. The bookcase has a multi-tiered design with adjustable shelving units...
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20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Leather

Lovely Harrods London Military Campaign Bedside Table
Located in Crawley, GB
We are delight to offer for sale this antique full of charm campaign style bedside chest with bras corner and inlaid leather top . Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questi...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

1947 Hand Painted Premier British Royal Airforce Drum with Royal Coat of Arms
Located in Morristown, NJ
1947 England, a hand painted Premier Percussion British Royal Air Force drum. The drum has been painted with a black main body, a richly colored royal coat of arms and the motto of t...
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1940s English Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin, Paint, Rope, Leather

Pair of Mid Century Teak Campaign Style Cubical Side Tables Chests
Located in Germantown, MD
A very unique Pair of Mid Century Teak Campaign Style Cubical Side Tables Chests. Measure 17" in width, 17" in depth and stand 17" tall.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

British Military Officer's Campaign Chest or Dresser of Brass-Bound Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome British military officer’s Campaign Ware chest of drawers or dresser, from the 19th century, featuring a patinated mahogany exterior over four drawers with brass escutcheo...
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19th Century English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 20th Century Brass Mounted Mahogany Benson & Hedges Campaign Style Humidor
By Benson x Hedges, London
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century Benson and Hedges mahogany humidor with brass detail in the style of 19th century English campaign furniture. The large mahogany box...
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass, Zinc

PAIR MILITARY CAMPAIGN BEDSIDE TABLES NIGHTSTANDS ANTiQUE GREEN LEATHER TOP J1
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Pair of Military Campaign Nightstands Side End Tables. The pair of Military Campaign Bedside Tables Nightstands features an antique green le...
Category

20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...
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1960s Italian Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Mahogany

Lovely Vintage Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Console Table Sideboard Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa REH Kennedy, Harrods London retailed, Military Campaign three drawer console table / sideboard A very good looking we...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Late 20th Century Vintage Drexel Three Section Credenza
Located in west palm beach, FL
Nostalgic campaign style vintage Drexel credenza. Midcentury hardware sets this great storage piece apart. Sleek design that incorporates twelv...
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

Large British Military Officer's Campaign Trunk of Brass-Bound Camphor
Located in Austin, TX
A large handsome rectangular British military officer's Campaign trunk of camphorwood featuring hand-cut brass binding and hardware, with interior compartments, and resting on bracke...
Category

19th Century English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

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 Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Campaign Chest
Located in Essex, MA
In two sections. Rectangular top with brass corners with two over three drawers. Inset brass handles and side carrying handles. Turned feet. This was possibly converted from a regula...
Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Burr Walnut & Hardwood Military Campaign Chessboard Chess Coffee Table
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England, Military Campaign style Chessboard table with Burr Walnut chess squares ...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

English Chippendale Kingwood Military Campaign Chest with Secretary, Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Chippendale Kingwood Military Campaign graduated chest with an upper drawer fitted with a hinged fall front secretary revealing a central prospect door with a secret interior drawer, flanking pigeon holes with eight interior drawers, top edge carved with an egg & dart border, three graduated lower case drawers, original recessed brasses and escutcheons, and resting on a carved egg & dart rope skirt with the original bun feet. Late 18th Century Campaign...
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1780s English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

A Rare Mid 19th Century Anglo Chinese Amboyna Bookcase
Located in London, GB
Anglo Chinese, circa 1860 A rare mid nineteenth century Anglo Chinese campaign amboyna and ebonised bookcase with glazed upper section, the doors revealing three shelves and two dra...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Amboyna

Military Campaign Style Nest Of Three Tables
Located in Crawley, GB
Stuning antique military campaign style nest of three tables in mahogany and brass , made in England between 1950-1960 with brass corners and inlaid brass plaque in amazing condition...
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Mid-20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

ViNTAGE HAND MADE IN ENGLAND PINE MILITARY CAMPAIGN TWIN PEDESTAL DESK
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England Military Campaign style twin pedestal desk in pine with brass fittings Pl...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

H.A. Ogden U.S. Military Uniforms - 11 Chromolithographs
By Henry Ogden
Located in Savannah, GA
A set of 11 H.A. Ogden chromolithographs depicting U.S. Military uniforms in period frames, circa 1908. 14 by 17 ½ inches; ¾ inches deep
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Early 1900s American Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

BRITISH CAMPAIGN & GALLANTRY MEDALS DiSPLAY PICTURE VERY DECORATIVE EXAMPLE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very decorative display case housing multiple medals for Britich Campaign & Gallantry Please note the...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

J.B. Treat “Reading Brass Band" Drum, c.1860s
Located in Savannah, GA
A large “Circular” drum made by J.B. Treat of Boston, circa 1860s. Fitted glass top. Used by the Reading Brass Band who are well documented in the Boston Globe as having performed ...
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1860s American Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Hide

Rare circa 1890 Solid Fruitwood Brass Fitting Military Campaign Folding Chair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1890 antique Military Campaign fold chair in fruitwood with brass fittings A genuine Campaign used piece, very strong and l...
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1890s English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

British Military Officer's Campaign Trunk of Brass-Bound Camphor
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome rectangular British military officer's Campaign trunk of camphorwood featuring hand-cut brass binding and hardware, with opposing handles, and wax seals or stamps from por...
Category

19th Century English Antique Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass, Metal

Campaign furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Campaign furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Campaign furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods, Henredon, and Drexel. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $95,000 while the average work can sell for $2,458.

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