An extremely good-quality mid-19th-century camphor wood British Colonial officer’s chest with brass-bound corners and five spacious drawers with flush brass handles. Set on the original, screw-in turned feet. In very good antique condition.
Camphor wood was prized not only for its pleasant aroma, but for its natural insect-repellent properties, making it both practical and enduringly desirable today.
England
42”H x 40.5”W x 17.5”D
An extremely good-quality mid-19th-century camphor wood British Colonial officer’s chest with brass-bound corners and five spacious drawers with flush brass handles. Set on the original, screw-in turned feet. In very good antique condition.
Camphor wood was prized not only for its pleasant aroma, but for its natural insect-repellent properties, making it both practical and enduringly desirable today.
England
42”H x 40.5”W x 17.5”D
