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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Style: Campaign
Period: 20th Century
PAIR OF VINTAGE MiLITARY CAMPAIGN TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERS GREEN LEATHER TRAYS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of vintage Military Campaign tallboy chests of drawers which are brass mounted and come co...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Tole Tray Table with Red Coral Motif, Coral Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Corallium rubrum is Latin for red coral and that is the subject of this midcentury hand painted coffee or cocktail table. The tole tray is removable for service and the folding iron base...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Campaign Furniture
Materials
Metal
Bench, oak, rustic, XX eme
Located in Nice, FR
Rustic solid oak bench. Molding work on the top and crosspiece. Can be adapted to a modern or old place. Can be placed inside or outside. French work
Category
Mid-20th Century French Campaign Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Vintage Campaign Style Oval Mahogany Side Table
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage British Campaign style side table or bar cart with three oval mahogany tiers, top tier with a pierced brass gallery, each tier separated by brass support. Table rests on cast...
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Harrods London Hardwood and Brass Military Campaign Coffee Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning RRP £2250 Harrods London medium sized mahogany military campaign coffee table brass fittings
This table is in vintage condition, t...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Side End Lamp Wine Table Drawers, circa 1960s
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage circa 1960's Harrods London retailed, REH Kennedy made, English Military Campaign bedside table sized lamp wine table
A tr...
Category
1960s English Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
1960s Maison Jansen Steel, Bronze, Leather Campaign Chair
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Maison Jansen Steel, Bronze, Leather Campaign Chair
Offered for sale is an elegant original 1960s brushed steel, bronze, and leather campaign chair designed by Otto Parzinger ...
Category
1960s European Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Fine Quality Three Piece Faux Bamboo English Leather Top Executive Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful cabinet-made faux bambook desk in the French or Campaign style. The desk features a fine off-white leather top with gold embossing. The desk comes apart in three ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Henredon Vera Cruz Vitrine Display Case Buffet Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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A Henredon Vera Cruz...
Category
1980s Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
$746 Sale Price
37% Off
5 Piece 1960s Yellow Colormates Campaign Set by Morris of California
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Rare yellow campaign set from Morris of California.
3 chest of drawers and 2 bookcase toppers.
Tall six drawer lingerie chest, or highboy.
One six draw...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Formica, Wood
$3,750 Sale Price / set
50% Off
ViNTAGE BRADLEY BURR YEW WOOD & BRASS MILITARY CAMPAIGN 3 DRAWER COFFEE TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage Bradley Furniture Burr Yew wood & Brass Military Campaign style coffee table with three drawers...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
HARRODS KENNEDY DOUBLE SIDED TWO PERSON MILITARY CAMPAIGN TWiN PEDESTAL DESK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Anglo Indian Hardwood Brass Inlay Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Solid Hardwood & Brass Military Campaign Wardrobes with Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Vintage, Military Campaign, Mahogany & Brass wardrobes RRP £7999 each
This auction is for both wardrobes as pictured, one ha...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique English Campaign Brown Painted Wooden Military Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Campaign Brown Painted Wooden Military Blanket Chest Trunk. Item features cast iron hardware, tin metal lined interior, solid wood construction, brown painted distres...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Campaign Furniture
Materials
Metal
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Natural Oak credenza, France, 1940s
The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves whose doors are covered with graphical patterns and f...
Category
1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Oak
$3,882 Sale Price
50% Off
Superb Original Vintage Chelsea Bordeaux Handmade Brown Leather Armchair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb, original handmade Chelsea Bordeaux vintage brown leather armchair in excellent condition.
This is a fine example of quality British craftsma...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Campaign Furniture
Materials
Leather
$2,438 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Bronze Balustrade Lamps, Large Scale
Located in Norwalk, CT
These lamps are heavy and substantial.The cast bronze has a lovely antiques patina showing natural oxidation. Quality lamp conversion features two bulbs on each lamp and adjustable s...
Category
1970s Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$2,150 / set
Safari chair in canvas by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, model KK47000
By Kaare Klint
Located in Amstelveen, NL
The KK47000 Safari Chair is an iconic example of Kaare Klint’s design ideology. Klint effortlessly transformed an historical archetype into a modern, collapsible chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Campaign Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Softwood
Antique Fratino Italian Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Fratino wood table .Table is 122 inches for 10-12 people very comfortable .
table can be dismantled and make it easy for shipping or moving around .
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,950 Sale Price
31% Off
Round Pedestal table Ø 95cm
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Round Pedestal table Ø 95cm
Wear consistent with age and use
Rustic - Wabi Sabi - Brutalist
Measures : Ø 95cm H:78cm
Category
1950s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Pine
Vintage Kaare Klint Style Canvas, Leather and Wood Safari Chair and Ottoman
By Kaare Klint
Located in Morristown, NJ
Vintage 20th c., Kaare Klint style wood, canvas, and leather safari style campaign chair and ottoman, unmarked. A practical, organic, comfortable, stylish and practical chair and ott...
Category
1980s Scandinavian Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Metal
Stunning Extra Large Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Coffee Table Hardwood
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very large Harrods Kennedy mahogany and brass Military Campaign coffee table
A very good looking and well ma...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Fully Restored Burr Yew & Elm Brass Military Campaign 3 Drawer Coffee Table
By Harrods
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this vintage collectable Burr Yew & Elm wood and Brass fully restored Military Campaign three drawer coffee table
This piece was retailed throug...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Military Campaign Used Ammunition Box from Ww2 Stunning Period Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this period Military Campaign used, WW2 Ammo box with all the original patina
I have two of these for sale, the second piece is listed under my ...
Category
20th Century European Campaign Furniture
Materials
Metal
British Campaign Rosewood Chest of Drawers, Early 1900s
Located in Nantucket, MA
British campaign chest of drawers in rosewood from the early 1900s. In classic campaign style, the chest is in two parts to allow for easier transportation complete with flush brass ...
Category
Early 20th Century Campaign Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Maison Jansen Neoclassical Campaign Chair and Ottoman
Located in Montreal, QC
Designed b Otto Parzinger for Maison Jansen, this brushed steel campaign chair pays homage to the ancient world. It is designed like a folding deck chair with a matching stool, both ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Steel, Brass
Rosewood Trinket Jewelry Box with Brass Inlay and Key
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Dome Shaped Rosewood Jewelry Box. This elegant box, lined in royal blue velvet with an interior mirror, can be used to store your favorite pieces of jewelry and features remova...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Bleached Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Unearthed in Normandy, this piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior.
The sideboard consists of three compartments with shelves whose doors ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Oak
$2,520 Sale Price
40% Off
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 Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of French Campaign Style Tall Chests Circa 1970s
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of vintage campaign (cabinet de voyages) chests in amber toned solid pine with brass hardware, made in France, ca. 1970s. The taller chest measures 54 3/8" high, 19 7/8" wide...
Category
1970s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton-style sideboard in solid oak boasts a stunning brutalist look that brings a touch of raw and powerful design to any space. With two spacious storag...
Category
1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Oak
MADE IN ENGLAND ViNTAGE BURR YEW MILITARY CAMPAIGN SIDEBOARD CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare lightly restored Burr yewMilitary Campaign sideboard bank of drawers
Please note the deliver...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Small Campaign Style Trunk Chest on Brass Base Accent Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage small campaign style trunk chest on brass base accent side table. Item features a brass base, removable wooden trunk with distressed finish, nic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Lovely Yew Wood Secretary Campaign Chest
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely yew wood secretary campaign chest made by Kennedy of Ipswich and retailed by Harrods London , this is a ver...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Soup Tureen Atelier Yvon Roy Mongolfier Durtal Blue Bronze Ceramic Bird, F149
By Yvon Roy
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Ceramic tureen from the Yvon Roy Montgolfier workshop in Durtal. Glazed ceramic in blue, bronze and green colours, decorated with a beautiful bird design and geometrical motifs of tr...
Category
1960s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Dixie Cane Rattan Campaign Style White Hollywood Regency Nightstands - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Dixie Cane Rattan Campaign Style White Hollywood Regency Nightstands - a Pair. Item features laminate top, chrome Campaign style handles, rattan and cane front, white/cream l...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Wood
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 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Labarge Campaign Mahogany and Brass Mounted Coffee Table With Old World Map Top
By LaBarge
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Campaign style coffee or cocktail table
By LaBarge
USA, 1960s
Brass mounted mahogany, with old world map under a glass top.
M...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Red Lacquered Campaign Style Coasters- Set of 8
Located in Cordova, SC
Lovely set of campaign style coasters that are painted in a gloss red lacquer. The holder has brass accents on the corners of the face reminiscent of campaign style furniture. There ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Wood, Cork, Lacquer
STUNNING MILITARY CAMPAIGN STYLE COFFEE TABLE WiTH EXHIBITION GLASS DISLAY CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely unique Military Campaign style coffee table with glass topped and lockable exhibition display ca...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
English Brass Mounted Mahogany Campaign Bed, circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An English brass mounted mahogany campaign bed, circa 1900. One of a pair. Identical bed available as well.
Interior dimensions: 38.75" W x 76" D.
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Campaign Furniture
Materials
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
Mid 20th Century Modern Campaign Henredon Black Entertainment Cabinet or Armoire
By Henredon
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Modern Campaign or Hollywood Regency black lacquered entertainment cabinet or armoire with recessed base, brass hardware, & it has an original slightly distressed fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton style piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior.
The sideboard consists of thre...
Category
1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Oak
$3,100 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Mastercraft Burl Wood Dresser
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An incredible vintage Boho dresser. Made by the iconic Mastercraft group. An early edition with the original Mastercraft label. Stunning Burl wood cabinet...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
PAIR OF VINTAGE CAMPHOR WOOD MILITARY CAMPAIGN BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTAND DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original mid century circa 1950's Camphor wood with gilt brass fixings bedside table n...
Category
20th Century Indian Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Teak and Black Suede Safari Armchair from Northern Europe, 1950's
By Kaare Klint
Located in New York, NY
Teak and black suede Safari chair with contrast piping and beautiful details, Northern Europe 1950's. This chair in the style of Kaare Klint "Safari...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Suede, Teak
Mid 20th Century Modern Campaign Style Henredon Black Lingerie Chest of Drawers
By Henredon
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Modern Campaign or Hollywood Regency black lacquered narrow chest of drawers or lingerie cabinet with recessed base & brass hardware and an original slightly distre...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
1960s Bernhardt Campaign Mirror in Brass and Wood
By Bernhardt
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Bernhardt Campaign Mirror
This vintage mirror is a must-have for anyone looking to add a touch of retro style and functionality to their ho...
Category
1960s Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Natural Oak credenza, France, 1940s
The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves whose doors are covered with graphical patterns and ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Oak
$3,400 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of Vintage Burr Yew Wood Green Leather Military Campaign Nightstand Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of vintage Bevan Funnell Military Campaign side tables with drawers and green leather tops in Burr Yew wood
A truly stunning a...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Leather, Yew
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Campaign Cest of Drawers Officers Chest
Located in BUSSUM, NH
Mahogant & brass campaign chest or officers chest that was used by British officers to store their personal belongings and clothing / uniforms.
Beause ...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Campaign Furniture
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,078 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Cradle In Solid Beech – Early 20th Century
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
Antique Solid Beechwood Cradle – Early 20th Century A Childhood Treasure Passed Down Through Generations.
This charming cradle, handcrafted in turned solid beechwood in the early 20...
Category
1910s French Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of 3 Vintage woven wicker picking basket
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Set of 3 Vintage woven wicker picking basket
Wear consistent with age and use
Wabi Sabi - Vintage - Decoration
Measures : 96cmx40cm H27cm
Materials : Woven wicker - wood
Category
1970s Vintage Campaign Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
EXTRA LARGE HARRODS REH KENNEDY MILITARY CAMPAIGN COFFEE TABLE WITH TREE DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this, extra large Harrods Kennedy three drawer mahogany and brass Military Campaign coffee table RRP £4499
...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
ViNTAGE OVER RESTORED GREEN LEATHER MILITARY CAMPAIGN NEST OF COFFEE SIDE TABLES
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning suite of over restored Military Campaign tables that are the best in the world toda...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Walnut Campaign Chest of Drawers, Colonial Commode
Located in Potters Bar, GB
- Cracking campaign chest of drawers in walnut.
- Classic campaign look with the brass handles and corner protectors.
- Campaign furniture was designed to be moved around easily.
- Five drawers so ample storage on this gorgeous chest...
Category
1990s Campaign Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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.