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Antique Rosewood Campaign Chest of Drawers (c1860)

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Here is an example of a superb quality and very rare antique colonial military campaign rosewood two part chest of drawers (circa 1860).

Summary
• Circa 1860
• Period Victorian
• Provenance Calcutta, India
• Wood Rosewood & Coromandel
• Two piece chest
• Original brass bindings
• Original brass handles
• Original brass locks
• Original brass diamond escutcheons
• Original inset handles
• Original working locks and two keys
• Hand dove tail joint drawer construction
• Teak drawer linings
• Fielded panel back
• Polished mid section
• Attached feet
• Original top and bottom
• Excellent proportions
• Excellent quality
• Excellent condition
• Excellent colour / patination
• Very rare

Here is an example of a superb quality and very rare antique colonial military campaign rosewood two part chest of drawers (circa 1860). The chest features excellent quality throughout. The original shaped brass inset handles, brass corner brackets and brass diamond escutcheons are in perfect condition. The chest features sturdy brass carrying handles attached to the sides. The brass corner brackets were used to protect the chest whilst in transit during campaigns. The chest is constructed of rosewood and coromandel wood and the hand dove tailed drawers are constructed of solid teak with working locks and two keys. The section between both chests is also polished – a sign of good quality. The chest features fielded back panels – a sign of superb quality. The bun feet have been firmly attached however they originally would have been detachable. Overall, this item has a fantastic rich mahogany patination and would grace any home.

This item would look superb in a variety of rooms from the conservatory, hall way, bedroom or the living room. This campaign chest of drawers would certainly grace any home. So don't miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.

Provenance
This campaign chest would have been commissioned for a member of the British Raj or a high ranking officer in the British Army during the reign of Queen Victoria in colonial India (Calcutta) during the mid 19th Century.

Dimensions
Height 130cm or 4’ 3”
Width 91cm or 3’
Depth 42.5cm or 1’ 4¾”

Condition Report
This chest is completely original and is in superb original condition commensurate with its age. The top and bottom are original (and not a match). The brass carrying handles, brass inset drawers handles, brass studs, locks and key are all original. The drawer linings and fielded panel back are also all original. There are very old ink stains in the top two drawers. The chest is solid in joint without any damage. Free of wood worm.

Further Information
If you require any further information or additional photos, please phone Julian on 00 44 7960 738 212.

UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £85. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person. Delivery will be made by our own specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries. We will inform you by email and/or telephone and provide you with full delivery details including when to expect delivery. Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks (depending on location). We will contact you to arrange the delivery day please ensure you give us a contact number to aid the delivery process. Delivery includes insurance we can assure you that the packaging standard is second to none and will fully protect the item.

UK Returns & Refunds
A 7 day “no quibble” return policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost as long as the item is returned in the same condition. The buyer is not required to cover the cost of returning the item if the item is returned at the point of delivery. If the item is delivered and left with the customer, a return fee will apply (which is the same cost as the delivery fee). We only will collect returns using our own specialist 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 will 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.

International Buyers
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead time. Items cannot be returned once shipped outside of the UK. We will accept payment by bank transfer or PayPal. Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase.

About the Seller
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is a member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers). All LAPADA members abide by their strict Code of Practice.

Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 30 years. Yolanda Gray has a special interest in Colonial antique furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yolanda 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 for further products and information.

Ref. Military Rosewood Campaign Chest No. 03
DimensionsHeight 130cm or 4’ 3” Width 91cm or 3’ Depth 42.5cm or 1’ 4¾” Date Circa 1860  Mid Victorian Antiques Material Rosewood Origin Indian Condition This chest is completely original and is in superb original condition commensurate with its age. The top and bottom are original (and not a match). The brass carrying handles, brass inset drawers handles, brass studs, locks and key are all original. The drawer linings and fielded panel back are also all original. There are very old ink stains in the top two drawers. The chest is solid in joint without any damage. Free of wood worm. Item code as236a101 / Military Chest 02 Status Sold

SellerYola Gray Antiques

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Yola Gray AntiquesUnit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR

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