Description

Mid C19th brass-bound mahogany military officer�s campaign chest of drawers.
Two-part brass-bound mahogany military campaign chest of drawers raised on original turned feet . The top section fitted with 3 short drawers across the top above a full-length long drawer below , the base section fitted two long drawers , all fitted with heavy quality inset oblong recessed brass handles . The drawers all with ash linings and all fitted with original brass locks and escutcheons , each stamped �Lever Lock� together with a crowned cypher �VR� ( Victoria Regina) stamped mark .
The corners all with protective brass bindings. Constructed in the traditional way of two sections for ease of transport , fitting together on locating dowels .
In excellent original condition with a rich colour and patina . Minor historic marks and dents commensurate with age, use and purpose .
A well-constructed chest of practical scale and proportions offering capacious storage and possessing an evocative style and history .
H 43�
W 39�
D 18�
England c.1860
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Internal Ref: ML 242