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Victorian Military Campaign Chest of Drawers 1870
A fine quality antique English Victorian teak and brass military campaign chest of drawers, with an interesting provenance, circa 1870, in excellent original condition.
Summary:
• Item: Campaign Chest of Drawers
• Circa: 1870
• Provenance: Annesley Hall, England, UK
• From the family of Colonel John Neville Chaworth-Musters
• Wood: Teak
• Two piece chest
• 3ft 4¼” High x 3ft 3⅛” Wide
• Single piece top
• Original recessed shaped brass handles
• Original brass bindings & corner brackets
• Original brass key escutcheons
• Scribe moulding
• Original working lever locks with keys
• Original working Bramah lock (with key)
• Hand-dovetailed drawer construction
• Ash lined drawers
• Turned feet (fixed)
• Stunning rich colour & grain configuration
• Excellent condition
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland
• Free 14-day UK returns period
Description:
A fine quality antique English Victorian teak and brass military campaign chest of drawers, with an interesting provenance, circa 1870, in excellent original condition. Constructed of solid teak with a single piece top, it retains the original recessed shaped brass handles, with brass corner brackets and additional brass strap-work. Boasting a single piece top with a two-over-three drawer configuration. The drawer fronts are decorated with original brass inset handles and key escutcheons, with fine scribe moulding to the drawer perimeters. The brass corner brackets and brass straps were used to protect the chest whilst in transit during campaigns. The drawers are constructed with fine hand-dovetailed joints, comprising of solid ash drawer linings. The drawers are in good working order, they are clean inside and close flush to the frame. The drawers also benefit from working lever locks (with working key). The top right draw retains the original working Bramah lock (with key) this drawer would have been for storing valuables, as Bramah locks, at the time, were impenetrable. The campaign chest of drawers stands on later turned feet, which are fixed. This is a two-piece campaign chest. The backboards are complete and original too. The chest benefits from a rich brown teak colour, with a stunning grain configuration to the front and sides, having been cleaned and French polished in in our workshop.
This campaign chest of drawers would look superb in a variety of rooms, especially the bedroom. This Victorian military chest of drawers would certainly grace any home. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.
Provenance:
This Victorian campaign chest of drawers came from the family home at Annesley Hall of Colonel John Neville Chaworth-Musters, who was a famous decorated military hero with a rich family history. John Neville Chaworth-Musters was awarded the Distinguished Service Order, 1914-15 Star, Victory and the British War Medals for his service in the Great War. He was also mentioned in Sir E. E. H. Allenby’s dispatches for services in Egypt. He was also awarded the Territorial Decoration on 16 August 1929 (Source: (1890-1970).aspx and ).
Teak was used extensively for military chests. “Teak, which had the advantage of only minimally expanding and contracting when exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity, was probably the most commonly used wood. It was resistant to woodworm, termites, and the occasional splash of seawater.” Source British Campaign Furniture, Elegance Under Canvas, 1740 – 1914 by Nicholas A. Brawer, page 97.
Bramah Locks History:
The following provides further details and history of the famous Bramah locks: “In 1784, Joseph Bramah designed a round lock mechanism operated by a tubular key, of such complexity and security, that he put it in his shop window and offered a reward of 200 guineas to anyone who could open it. In 1851, at the Great Exhibition in London, A.C Hobbs an American locksmith spent 52 hours spread over 16 days and claimed the prize, but the method and spirit under which it was claimed is commented on by the London Times under the heading of 'the Great Lock Controversy” (source: )
Condition Report:
A fine quality antique English Victorian teak and brass military campaign chest of drawers, with an interesting provenance, circa 1870, in excellent original condition. The campaign chest of drawers has been cleaned and French polished in our workshop. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges, top and corners but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The campaign chest of drawers retains the original brass inset handles and brass strapwork. All hand-dovetailed drawers retain the original linings and they close flush to the frame. The drawers boast the original working lever locks and Bramah lock (with working key). The campaign chest of drawers stands on later turned feet (which are fixed). The backboards and floor are all original. The Victorian chest of drawers benefits from a lovely rich brown teak colour and a wonderful grain configuration to the top, front and sides. This item is well made, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Overall Height = 102.1cm / 40¼” / 3ft 4¼”
Top Section Height = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 7¾”
Bottom Section Height = 54cm / 21¼” / 1ft 9¼”
Width = 99.3cm / 39⅛” / 3ft 3⅛”
Depth = 45cm / 17¾” / 1ft 5¾”
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yola: 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yola: 00 44 7971 882 567
Email: info@yolagray.com
Free UK Delivery:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you by email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.
We will also provide you with our shippers' contact details, in case you need to contact the driver on the day of delivery. It's helpful if you can provide us with both the landline and mobile telephone number, in case the driver cannot reach you on one of the numbers on the day of delivery, they can contact you on your alternative number.
In order to be able to offer you free delivery, it is based on a 1-man delivery only. For any large items that require 2 people to lift the item, we ask that you are available at the time of delivery to be able to give our shipper a lift off the van and into your house with the item. If you are not able to lift items yourself, we ask that you have someone on hand at the time of delivery to assist our shipper with lifting the item.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist antique furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit cards for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
Important information regarding PayPal payment:
We only accept payment from fully verified PayPal account holders with confirmed addresses only. Items will only be sent to the confirmed address registered in PayPal. If you purchase an item and your address is not confirmed, your payment will be refunded and the purchase cancelled. It only takes a few moments to verify and confirm your PayPal details.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial antique furniture, specifically antique four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at for further items and information.
Ref. 73239
SellerYola Gray Antiques
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Yola Gray Antiques
Unit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
Get directions to Yola Gray Antiques
Summary:
• Item: Campaign Chest of Drawers
• Circa: 1870
• Provenance: Annesley Hall, England, UK
• From the family of Colonel John Neville Chaworth-Musters
• Wood: Teak
• Two piece chest
• 3ft 4¼” High x 3ft 3⅛” Wide
• Single piece top
• Original recessed shaped brass handles
• Original brass bindings & corner brackets
• Original brass key escutcheons
• Scribe moulding
• Original working lever locks with keys
• Original working Bramah lock (with key)
• Hand-dovetailed drawer construction
• Ash lined drawers
• Turned feet (fixed)
• Stunning rich colour & grain configuration
• Excellent condition
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland
• Free 14-day UK returns period
Description:
A fine quality antique English Victorian teak and brass military campaign chest of drawers, with an interesting provenance, circa 1870, in excellent original condition. Constructed of solid teak with a single piece top, it retains the original recessed shaped brass handles, with brass corner brackets and additional brass strap-work. Boasting a single piece top with a two-over-three drawer configuration. The drawer fronts are decorated with original brass inset handles and key escutcheons, with fine scribe moulding to the drawer perimeters. The brass corner brackets and brass straps were used to protect the chest whilst in transit during campaigns. The drawers are constructed with fine hand-dovetailed joints, comprising of solid ash drawer linings. The drawers are in good working order, they are clean inside and close flush to the frame. The drawers also benefit from working lever locks (with working key). The top right draw retains the original working Bramah lock (with key) this drawer would have been for storing valuables, as Bramah locks, at the time, were impenetrable. The campaign chest of drawers stands on later turned feet, which are fixed. This is a two-piece campaign chest. The backboards are complete and original too. The chest benefits from a rich brown teak colour, with a stunning grain configuration to the front and sides, having been cleaned and French polished in in our workshop.
This campaign chest of drawers would look superb in a variety of rooms, especially the bedroom. This Victorian military chest of drawers would certainly grace any home. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.
Provenance:
This Victorian campaign chest of drawers came from the family home at Annesley Hall of Colonel John Neville Chaworth-Musters, who was a famous decorated military hero with a rich family history. John Neville Chaworth-Musters was awarded the Distinguished Service Order, 1914-15 Star, Victory and the British War Medals for his service in the Great War. He was also mentioned in Sir E. E. H. Allenby’s dispatches for services in Egypt. He was also awarded the Territorial Decoration on 16 August 1929 (Source: (1890-1970).aspx and ).
Teak was used extensively for military chests. “Teak, which had the advantage of only minimally expanding and contracting when exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity, was probably the most commonly used wood. It was resistant to woodworm, termites, and the occasional splash of seawater.” Source British Campaign Furniture, Elegance Under Canvas, 1740 – 1914 by Nicholas A. Brawer, page 97.
Bramah Locks History:
The following provides further details and history of the famous Bramah locks: “In 1784, Joseph Bramah designed a round lock mechanism operated by a tubular key, of such complexity and security, that he put it in his shop window and offered a reward of 200 guineas to anyone who could open it. In 1851, at the Great Exhibition in London, A.C Hobbs an American locksmith spent 52 hours spread over 16 days and claimed the prize, but the method and spirit under which it was claimed is commented on by the London Times under the heading of 'the Great Lock Controversy” (source: )
Condition Report:
A fine quality antique English Victorian teak and brass military campaign chest of drawers, with an interesting provenance, circa 1870, in excellent original condition. The campaign chest of drawers has been cleaned and French polished in our workshop. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges, top and corners but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The campaign chest of drawers retains the original brass inset handles and brass strapwork. All hand-dovetailed drawers retain the original linings and they close flush to the frame. The drawers boast the original working lever locks and Bramah lock (with working key). The campaign chest of drawers stands on later turned feet (which are fixed). The backboards and floor are all original. The Victorian chest of drawers benefits from a lovely rich brown teak colour and a wonderful grain configuration to the top, front and sides. This item is well made, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Overall Height = 102.1cm / 40¼” / 3ft 4¼”
Top Section Height = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 7¾”
Bottom Section Height = 54cm / 21¼” / 1ft 9¼”
Width = 99.3cm / 39⅛” / 3ft 3⅛”
Depth = 45cm / 17¾” / 1ft 5¾”
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yola: 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yola: 00 44 7971 882 567
Email: info@yolagray.com
Free UK Delivery:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you by email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.
We will also provide you with our shippers' contact details, in case you need to contact the driver on the day of delivery. It's helpful if you can provide us with both the landline and mobile telephone number, in case the driver cannot reach you on one of the numbers on the day of delivery, they can contact you on your alternative number.
In order to be able to offer you free delivery, it is based on a 1-man delivery only. For any large items that require 2 people to lift the item, we ask that you are available at the time of delivery to be able to give our shipper a lift off the van and into your house with the item. If you are not able to lift items yourself, we ask that you have someone on hand at the time of delivery to assist our shipper with lifting the item.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist antique furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit cards for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
Important information regarding PayPal payment:
We only accept payment from fully verified PayPal account holders with confirmed addresses only. Items will only be sent to the confirmed address registered in PayPal. If you purchase an item and your address is not confirmed, your payment will be refunded and the purchase cancelled. It only takes a few moments to verify and confirm your PayPal details.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial antique furniture, specifically antique four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at for further items and information.
Ref. 73239
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 14/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free delivery to anywhere in mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland
DimensionsOverall Height = 102.1cm / 40¼” / 3ft 4¼”
Top Section Height = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 7¾”
Bottom Section Height = 54cm / 21¼” / 1ft 9¼”
Width = 99.3cm / 39⅛” / 3ft 3⅛”
Depth = 45cm / 17¾” / 1ft 5¾”
Category Antique Furniture
Date 1870
Late 19th Century Antiques Material Teak
Origin Indian
Condition A fine quality antique English Victorian teak and brass military campaign chest of drawers, with an interesting provenance, circa 1870, in excellent original condition. The campaign chest of drawers has been cleaned and French polished in our workshop. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges, top and corners but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The campaign chest of drawers retains the original brass inset handles and brass strapwork. All hand-dovetailed drawers retain the original linings and they close flush to the frame. The drawers boast the original working lever locks and Bramah lock (with working key). The campaign chest of drawers stands on later turned feet (which are fixed). The backboards and floor are all original. The Victorian chest of drawers benefits from a lovely rich brown teak colour and a wonderful grain configuration to the top, front and sides. This item is well made, solid in joint and ready to use.
Item code as236a2806 / 73239
Status Sold
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Conversion rates as of 14/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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View all stock from
Yola Gray Antiques
Unit 4, Organsdale FarmKelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
Get directions to Yola Gray Antiques
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