What is Maitland-Smith?

Maitland-Smith is a furniture company founded in 1979 in Hong Kong. The company originally produced reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture and then branched out to create an eclectic range of original designs. Many of its pieces feature decorative tops with hand-applied inlays and carved details. You'll find a selection of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.

Who owns Maitland-Smith?

RHF Investments owns Maitland-Smith as of December 2021. The company operates from its headquarters in Hickory, North Carolina, and gained control of numerous brands in 2018, including Maitland-Smith, Hickory Chair and Pearson. You'll find a variety of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.

Who is Maitland-Smith Furniture?

Originally founded by a London-based antiques dealer, Maitland-Smith Furniture has grown its luxury furniture brand into one that is synonymous with fine-quality specialties. Its designs feature hand-carved woodwork, inlaid marquetry and painted detailing to add extra elegance to every piece. Shop a collection of Maitland-Smith furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I identify Maitland-Smith furniture?

To identify Maitland-Smith furniture, look for the brand's tag. Typically, the manufacturer placed a tag on the underside or back of their pieces. Wording on the tags varies, but usually says the brand name above the words "hand made in the Philippines." Shop a collection of expertly vetted Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.

How old is Maitland-Smith furniture?

Maitland-Smith Furniture is more than 40 years old. Paul Maitland-Smith established the company in Hong Kong in 1979 after getting his start in London in the 1950s as an antique dealer who also sold reproduction furniture, something that would become a Maitland-Smith specialty. The manufacturer's early reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture included Chippendale dining chairs, and soon afterward, Maitland-Smith expanded into a range of decorative designs that often exude a whimsical spirit, whether a coffee table shaped like a stack of books or a pair of decorative obelisks. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Maitland-Smith furniture.

How do I identify my Maitland-Smith lamp?

To identify a Maitland-Smith lamp, first check the base. Most lamps made by the British company will have a maker's mark on the bottom. However, you may need to remove the felt pad from the base to find it. Some also have a date stamp alongside the maker's name. Additionally, some Maitland-Smith lamps have a brand sticker on their bulb receptacle. For further assistance with the identification process, use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Maitland-Smith lamps.

Is Maitland-Smith still in business?

Yes, Maitland-Smith is still in business. RHF Investments owns the brand as of December 2021. The North Carolina-based company acquired the brand in 2018 when the previous owner, the Heritage Home Group, filed for bankruptcy. Shop a range of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.

Where is Maitland-Smith Furniture made?

Maitland-Smith makes much of its furniture in Cebu, Philippines. Skilled artisans build each piece by hand and apply the intricate carvings and inlays synonymous with the brand's style. You'll find a collection of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.

What year did the company Maitland-Smith start?

Maitland-Smith started operating in 1979. Former furniture dealer Paul Maitland-Smith launched the company in Hong Kong to produce reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture. Eventually, the brand expanded to create original designs. You'll find a range of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.

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Maitland-Smith Decorative Ostrich Egg on Silverplate Base

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Maitland-Smith Decorative Ostrich Egg on Silverplate Base

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A Pair of Modernist faux eggshell Table lamps by Maitland Smith

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A Pair of Modernist faux eggshell Table Lamps by Maitland Smith

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A Pair of Modernist faux eggshell Table Lamps by Maitland Smith

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1980s Maitland Smith Eggshell Craquelure Table Lamp in the Style of Jean Dunand

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H 24 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

1980s Maitland Smith Eggshell Craquelure Table Lamp in the Style of Jean Dunand

By Maitland Smith

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vintage table lamp by Maitland Smith with an all over appearance of eggshell craquelure in the

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Maitland-Smith Decorative Box

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H 6 in W 6.5 in D 5 in

Maitland-Smith Decorative Box

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Located in New York, NY

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Maitland Smith Eggshell For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the maitland smith eggshell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and eggshell, every maitland smith eggshell was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect maitland smith eggshell — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A maitland smith eggshell is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Maitland Smith and Karpen of California each produced at least one beautiful maitland smith eggshell that is worth considering.

How Much is a Maitland Smith Eggshell?

Prices for a maitland smith eggshell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $595 and can go as high as $34,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,775.