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What is a campaign chest?

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What is a campaign chest?
A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. 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 we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
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19th Century mahogany military chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A unique and impressive 19th Century British mahogany military chest, the top lifts up to reveal a
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Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Oak Military Chest with Writing Interior
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century large oak military chest. The top lifting to reveal four shelves and centred by a
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Antique Late 19th Century Irish Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century camphor wood secretaire military chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century camphor wood secretaire military chest made for the Chinese export market
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Antique 1840s Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Pair Antique English Leather Covered Military Chests with Brass Mounts
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique English Leather Covered Military Chests with Brass Mounts, Circa 1900's.
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Early 20th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

antique teak military chest of drawers consisting of 2 parts.
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique teak military chest of drawers consisting of 2 parts. Completely in good
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Antique 1860s Indian Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

19th Century Mahogany Military Chest With Miniature Fall Front Secretaire
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century mahogany military campaign chest with miniature fall front secretaire opening to
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Antique Late 19th Century Irish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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