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Brass Doorstop by Wm Tonks
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Brass Doorstop by Wm Tonks

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 January 2026 · Lancaster Antiques
This “Brass Doorstop by Wm Tonks” found a buyer.

It was listed by Lancaster Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

The registered trademark and number on this door stop is for William Tonks & Sons 1906.

It measures 30cm in height, 13cm across and is approximately 6.5cm deep, and it is in very good condition.

At the back the Tonks trademark can be seen clearly on the base and along the inside of the handle is the Rd number: 45371.

Postage and packing for the UK mainland only is included in the price and for outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Brass Door Stop to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA949644
Dealers Internal Reference
1788
Description
The registered trademark and number on this door stop is for William Tonks & Sons 1906.

It measures 30cm in height, 13cm across and is approximately 6.5cm deep, and it is in very good condition.

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At the back the Tonks trademark can be seen clearly on the base and along the inside of the handle is the Rd number: 45371.
Lancaster Antiques

Postage and packing for the UK mainland only is included in the price and for outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery quote.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Brass Door Stop to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA949644
Dealers Internal Ref
1788
Lancaster Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2012
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A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Brass Doorstop by Wm Tonks

Archive II A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background. View VI
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Telephone 0208 944 2824 or 07540 899921
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A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background.
BRASS DOORSTOP BY WM TONKS
Ref: SA949644
A polished brass doorstop featuring a bell-shaped base and an upright loop handle against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDoorstops
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsLoop handle, Bell-shaped base, Stepped pedestal
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

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Heavy metal doorstops gained popularity during the 19th century as homes featured larger, heavier interior doors that required mechanical assistance to remain open. Makers such as WM Tonks & Sons produced a wide variety of utilitarian yet decorative sand-cast brass items for affluent households.

Authentic period pieces were typically manufactured using traditional sand-casting techniques, resulting in solid brass compositions with substantial weight. They often featured hand-finished details and integrated iron or lead weighting in the base to ensure stability.

Authentication relies on examining the casting quality, weight, and surface patina. Genuine period examples exhibit characteristic tool marks, sand-cast imperfections, and natural oxidisation consistent with age, alongside maker marks or registry numbers where applicable.

These functional objects integrate well into contemporary spaces by adding tactile metallic warmth and historical character. They can be utilized practically as intended or repurposed as sculptural decorative accents on bookshelves, sideboards, or hearths.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip the desirable historical patina. If cleaning is necessary, mild soap and water followed by thorough drying is recommended, leaving natural tarnishing intact.
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