The Antiquarian at Greenwich

Mahogany Campaign Chest with Desk

Rectangular campaign chest in figured mahogany with ebonized moldings, lock plate stamped "JINWIN FINE STEEL" beneath a crowned VR cypher (for Queen Victoria), along with central drawer bearing a stationalized nameplate, fitted with brass recessed campaign pulls and brass side carry handles, upper central drawer opens to reveal a fall-front writing surface lined in green baize, with interior compartments behind, additional small drawers flank the writing drawer, over two long drawers and a full-width lower drawer, raised on turned feet. 
Circa: late 19th-century
Dimensions: H: 49" H x W: 44" W x D: 21" D

What is a campaign chest-    A campaign chest (also called a military chest) is a type of antique, portable furniture designed to be easily disassembled and carried on marchesis,   Originally used by British Army officers during the 18th and 19th centuries, these chests were built to withstand rough travel while maintaining the elegance of stationary household furniture.