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Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian
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Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique chairside newspaper rack. An English, oak and brass magazine stand, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Appealing brasswork accentuates this charming rack

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Warm hues to the quality brass rails with gentle curvature to the ends

Arranged as a pair of segments with a depth of 5cm (2'')

Prominent central divider doubles as a useful carry handle

Mounted upon an oak plinth with fine grain interest and medullary rays

Standing upon a quartet of shaped brass legs with pad toes

Engraved with the WT & S 'Sun' mark for William Tonks & Sons, Birmingham

This is an attractive antique chairside newspaper rack, with a warm appearance and usefully sized for hosting a few periodicals. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 33cm (13'')

Max Depth: 19.5cm (7.75'')

Max Height: 34.5cm (13.5'')

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Our Ref: 24689

Physical Dimensions
Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
19.5cm (7.68")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Edwardian Brass Newspaper Rack to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1096730
Dealers Internal Reference
24689
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Description
This is an antique chairside newspaper rack. An English, oak and brass magazine stand, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Appealing brasswork accentuates this charming rack

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An Edwardian newspaper rack featuring graduated arched brass dividers set into a rectangular moulded oak base.
fig 1. Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian

Warm hues to the quality brass rails with gentle curvature to the ends

Arranged as a pair of segments with a depth of 5cm (2'')

Prominent central divider doubles as a useful carry handle

Mounted upon an oak plinth with fine grain interest and medullary rays

fig 2. An Edwardian newspaper rack featuring graduated arched brass dividers set into a rectangular moulded oak base.
fig 2. Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian

Standing upon a quartet of shaped brass legs with pad toes

Engraved with the WT & S 'Sun' mark for William Tonks & Sons, Birmingham

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This is an attractive antique chairside newspaper rack, with a warm appearance and usefully sized for hosting a few periodicals.
London Fine Antiques

Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 3. An Edwardian newspaper rack featuring graduated arched brass dividers set into a rectangular moulded oak base.
fig 3. Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 33cm (13'')

Max Depth: 19.5cm (7.75'')

Max Height: 34.5cm (13.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. An Edwardian newspaper rack featuring graduated arched brass dividers set into a rectangular moulded oak base.
fig 4. Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24689

Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
19.5cm (7.68")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Edwardian Brass Newspaper Rack to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1096730
Dealers Internal Ref
24689
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An Edwardian newspaper rack featuring graduated arched brass dividers set into a rectangular moulded oak base.
Antique Chairside Newspaper Rack, English, Oak, Brass, Magazine Stand, Edwardian
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  • ObjectMagazine Racks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown, Brass
  • MotifsArched dividers, Graduated metal loops, Moulded oak base, Vertical spindles
  • SizeH 34.5 cm (14 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 19.5 cm (8 in)

An Edwardian chairside newspaper rack in English oak and brass dates to approximately 1910, styled for a gentleman's library or office desk. The design consists of graduated arched brass dividers and vertical spindles set into a rectangular moulded oak base with visible grain and medullary rays. The brasswork exhibits warm tones with gentle curves at the ends, while the base stands upon four shaped brass legs with pad toes. Measuring 34.5 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 19.5 cm deep, this stand has a prominent central divider that serves as a carry handle and divides the interior into segments. Positioned beside a chair or upon a desk, the rack stores periodicals and newspapers within reach. The construction provides solid daily utility, while the aged patina and the William Tonks & Sons 'Sun' mark reflect its period manufacture. The piece fits well into traditional or study environments where compact desk accessories organise reading materials.

FAQs

Edwardian magazine racks from the early 20th century typically feature a blend of utilitarian functionality and refined design, often pairing warm timber bases like oak or mahogany with structured brass or copper dividers to hold periodicals.

These stands were predominantly constructed using solid English oak or mahogany bases paired with tubular or flat strip brass dividers, often secured through the timber with threaded fittings.

Authentic period examples display natural age-related patination on the brass components, heavy solid wood bases with moulded edges, and traditional fixing methods beneath the timber base rather than modern screws.

A tabletop or chairside brass rack can be styled alongside an armchair, on a desk to organise documents, or on a console table to hold art books and periodicals while adding warmth through its patinated metal finish.

Dust timber and metal elements with a soft dry cloth, treat the oak base periodically with beeswax polish, and avoid harsh chemical metal cleaners if preserving the natural aged brass patina is preferred.
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