Table - Campaign - Oak - Double Tray

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Campaign table in solid oak with brass elements, model Campaña, from the Anglo‑Indian campaign furniture tradition, measuring 58 cm wide, 64 cm high and 50 cm deep, in good used condition with age-related signs and imperfections, featuring two removable trays including a decorative metal top tray.

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It is a campaign table that preserves all the functional, travel-ready personality of the old Anglo-Indian army, where every object had to be sturdy, detachable, and capable of accompanying long journeys without losing dignity. Here, that tradition translates into a solid oak piece, firm, dense, with that slightly oiled feel that characterizes woods designed to withstand moisture, knocks, and frequent disassemblies. The oak provides a sober, almost military presence, but also a discreet beauty that ages with nobility.

The structure is conceived to be completely dismantled, an essential trait in field furniture: legs that release easily, joints designed to be assembled without complex tools, and a body that transforms into a compact set ready for transport. That modular logic, so typical of the first half of the 20th century, turns the table into an object that speaks of travel, of canvas tents, of daily rituals in distant territories.

The two removable trays reinforce its practical character. The upper, metallic and decorated, functions as a tea tray: a nod to colonial life where tea was more than a drink; it was a gesture of civilization in the midst of the camp. The metal, worked with geometric or floral motifs, provides a soft shine that contrasts with the solidity of the oak. The lower tray, also detachable, enlarges the usable surface and allows organizing utensils, tableware, or small objects.

Taken together, the table combines resilience, portability, and refinement, a very characteristic blend of Anglo-Indian campaign furniture. It is not merely a piece of furniture: it is a fragment of itinerant history, a piece that preserves the echo of military movements and the practical elegance that defined life in camps in the first half of the 20th century.

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Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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It is a campaign table that preserves all the functional, travel-ready personality of the old Anglo-Indian army, where every object had to be sturdy, detachable, and capable of accompanying long journeys without losing dignity. Here, that tradition translates into a solid oak piece, firm, dense, with that slightly oiled feel that characterizes woods designed to withstand moisture, knocks, and frequent disassemblies. The oak provides a sober, almost military presence, but also a discreet beauty that ages with nobility.

The structure is conceived to be completely dismantled, an essential trait in field furniture: legs that release easily, joints designed to be assembled without complex tools, and a body that transforms into a compact set ready for transport. That modular logic, so typical of the first half of the 20th century, turns the table into an object that speaks of travel, of canvas tents, of daily rituals in distant territories.

The two removable trays reinforce its practical character. The upper, metallic and decorated, functions as a tea tray: a nod to colonial life where tea was more than a drink; it was a gesture of civilization in the midst of the camp. The metal, worked with geometric or floral motifs, provides a soft shine that contrasts with the solidity of the oak. The lower tray, also detachable, enlarges the usable surface and allows organizing utensils, tableware, or small objects.

Taken together, the table combines resilience, portability, and refinement, a very characteristic blend of Anglo-Indian campaign furniture. It is not merely a piece of furniture: it is a fragment of itinerant history, a piece that preserves the echo of military movements and the practical elegance that defined life in camps in the first half of the 20th century.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Oak
Title additional information
Double Tray
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Model
Campaign
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
64 cm
Width
58 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
SpainVerified
3463
Objects sold
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