Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

The eclectic furnishings of Maitland-Smith celebrate artisan skills in an age of machines. Hand-carved woodwork, inlaid marquetry, painted detailing, gilding and lost wax casting lend the company’s decorative accents an artistic flair. Focused on pieces that add a dynamic flourish to an interior by incorporating tactile materials like leather, seashell inlays and crushed eggshell, the manufacturer draws inspiration across centuries, from the curvy forms of the Louis XV period to the geometric angles of mid-century modernism.

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 exuded a whimsical spirit, whether a coffee table shaped like a stack of books or a pair of decorative obelisks. Maitland-Smith’s signature sculptural table lamps in particular show off this playful sensibility, with one balancing a pen-shell shade on a monkey’s tail and another taking on the form of a miniature hot-air balloon.

Since its founding, Maitland-Smith’s sourcing has been based in Asia, and although Paul Maitland-Smith later sold the company that still bears his name and is now headquartered in North Carolina, the brand’s furnishings are still largely made in Cebu, Philippines.

Today, Maitland-Smith continues to innovate on its finely crafted offerings by collaborating with contemporary designers and studios such as Tony Duquette Studios (founded by set and costume designer Tony Duquette in 1941), Celerie Kemble and painter and textile designer Susan Hable Smith.

Find a wide range of Maitland-Smith furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Creator: Maitland Smith

Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble Sphere Sculptures, Set of 3, 1980s

$1,342 / set

Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble Sphere Sculptures, Set of 3, 1980s

By Maitland Smith

Located in Round Top, TX

Trio of tessellated marble sphere sculptures in graduated sizes. Smallest: 4.63"Dia x 4.75"H Medium: 6.63"Dia x 6.75"H Largest: 9.25"Dia x 8.5"H These are as beautiful displayed...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Minimalist Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Pair of Monumental Maitland-Smith Patinated Brass Decorative Finials

$2,875 / set

Pair of Monumental Maitland-Smith Patinated Brass Decorative Finials

By Maitland Smith

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A striking pair of monumental patinated brass decorative finials executed in the luxurious neoclassical manner of Maitland-Smith. Featuring elegantly turned baluster silhouettes with sculptural orb centers and elongated flame-form tops, these sophisticated objects embody the timeless glamour associated with Hollywood Regency and traditional English manor interiors of the 1970s and 1980s. Beautifully crafted with substantial weight and rich aged brass patina, the pair works wonderfully as bookshelf sculptures...

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20th Century Hollywood Regency Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

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Brass

Maitland Smith Tessilated Marble & Brass Turtle Thinker Obelisk Sculpture 20”

$800

Maitland Smith Tessilated Marble & Brass Turtle Thinker Obelisk Sculpture 20”

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Maitland Smith stone tesslated marble stone obelisk sculpture standing on the backs of four brass turtles, which in turn sit atop a square pedestal. At the tip of the obelisk sits another brass turtle, anthropomorphized in the position of The Thinker. Marked 198 on base. Hand Made in the...

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Late 20th Century British Colonial Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Large Polished Sodalite Sphere with Clear Acrylic Display Stand

$325

Large Polished Sodalite Sphere with Clear Acrylic Display Stand

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautifully polished natural sodalite sphere showcasing rich shades of deep cobalt and denim blue accented by soft white calcite veining and scattered charcoal mineral inclusions. ...

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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Mid Century Brass and Marble Obelisk by Maitland-Smith

$2,700

Mid Century Brass and Marble Obelisk by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout vintage obelisk crafted in brass and rouge marble in a modern stylized form on ball feet. Signed Maitland-Smith on the bottom.

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20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Large Tessellated Stone Decorative Sphere in the Style of Maitland-Smith

$650

Large Tessellated Stone Decorative Sphere in the Style of Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

A striking late 20th-century tessellated stone sphere composed of hand-cut panels of fossilized coral stone arranged in a geometric mosaic and polished to a smooth finish. The warm c...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Tessellated Stone and Brass Birds Abstract Sculptures by Maitland Smith 1970's

$3,239 / set

Tessellated Stone and Brass Birds Abstract Sculptures by Maitland Smith 1970's

By Maitland Smith

Located in Den Haag, NL

Tessellated stone and brass birds abstract sculptures by Maitland Smith 1970's.

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1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Brass

Set of 3 Large Polished Spheres Marble Balls Natural Stone

$294Sale Price / set|44% Off

H 3.94 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Set of 3 Large Polished Spheres Marble Balls Natural Stone

Located in Poperinge, BE

Set of 3 large decorative polished balls, balls made of solid marble or natural stone, colorful gemstones with different color shades, second half of the 20th century, banana for sca...

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Late 20th Century European Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Genuine Polished Petrified Wood Slice with Acrylic Display Stand (6 lbs)

$1,800

H 11.5 in W 0.75 in D 15 in

Genuine Polished Petrified Wood Slice with Acrylic Display Stand (6 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful hand polished petrified wood slice is sourced from Madagascar and comes with an acrylic display stand. It has an amazing pattern with vibrant hues of brown, yellow, and orange. Fossilized Petrified Wood, which is also known as Agatized Wood...

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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Petrified Wood

1980s Hollywood Regency Maitland-Smith Tessellated Marble & Brass Decorative Box

$675

H 5.75 in W 16 in D 8 in

1980s Hollywood Regency Maitland-Smith Tessellated Marble & Brass Decorative Box

By Maitland Smith

Located in St. Louis, MO

Vintage Hollywood Regency large Maitland-Smith style tessellated Tan / Coral marble with brass trim pill form decorative box with removable lid and lined felt interior. In fine condi...

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1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Clear Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle

$250 / item

H 4.73 in Dm 5.91 in

Clear Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

This Geometric sculpture is handmade in polished resin in a variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. Our Semi...

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2010s Mexican Modern Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Elegant tessellated stone box in the manner of Maitland Smith

$265

H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Elegant tessellated stone box in the manner of Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a vintage elegant tessellated stone dresser box. This box is tessellated with an iridescent plum colored stone with a brass banded detail around the edge. This box is in the ...

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1990s Philippine Art Deco Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Large Rock Crystal Quartz Sphere in Brass Angel Stand

$1,850

H 12 in Dm 8.3 in

Large Rock Crystal Quartz Sphere in Brass Angel Stand

Located in Bradenton, FL

Impressive Clear Rock Quartz Healing Ball in a Brass Angel Stand. Ball weight is 22.6 pounds, 26" in circumference, and 12"H including stand. Tripodal stand is ornate brass with deta...

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20th Century Organic Modern Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Pair of Maitland Smith Tessellated Duck Sculptures/ Bookends

$1,450 / set

H 6.5 in W 12 in D 5 in

Pair of Maitland Smith Tessellated Duck Sculptures/ Bookends

By Maitland Smith

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Pair of Maitland Smith tessellated fossil coral and polished horn duck sculptures/ bookends with brass trim.

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1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone & Brass Art Deco Revival Decorative Stash Box

$380Sale Price|20% Off

H 3 in W 6 in D 5 in

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone & Brass Art Deco Revival Decorative Stash Box

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

We are offering a beautiful elegant natural tessellated mosaic stone and brass inlay decorative stash box designed by Maitland Smith. This box does not have the original tag on the i...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Set of 3 Large Polished Spheres Marble Natural Stone Ball

$294Sale Price / set|48% Off

H 4.73 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in

Set of 3 Large Polished Spheres Marble Natural Stone Ball

Located in Poperinge, BE

Set of 3 large decorative polished balls, balls made of solid marble or natural stone, colorful gemstones with different color shades, second half of the 20th century, banana for sca...

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Late 20th Century European Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Shell Sculpture on Stand by Maitland Smith

$900

H 17 in W 12 in D 7.25 in

Shell Sculpture on Stand by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Glamorous 1980’s shell sculpture on stand bu Maitland Smith. Constructed of wood covered with tessellated fossil stone and detailed outline with brass inlaid. In beautiful original...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone & Brass Square Box Postmodern

$410

H 9.13 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone & Brass Square Box Postmodern

By Maitland Smith

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage box attributed to Maitland Smith (no label present). Tessellated Stone & Brass Square Box. Postmodern era. Dominant colors: off-white, green and go...

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1980s Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Brass

Maitland Smith Decorative Box

$1,450

H 7.75 in W 10.07 in D 6.13 in

Maitland Smith Decorative Box

By Maitland Smith, Karl Springer, Casa Bique, Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills 1

Located in Houston, TX

Maitland Smith Decorative Box. Offered is a handsome cork box by Maitland Smith. This good sized well made box if felt lined makes a great table or bookcase accessory. A great spot ...

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1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cork

Previously Available Items

Surrealist Stone and Brass Book Sculpture Maitland Smith

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H 5 in W 18 in D 16 in

Surrealist Stone and Brass Book Sculpture Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Oversized set of 3 independent books. Done in tessalated stone with brass inlay. The largest book is 16” by 18” by 5” Medium 14” by 16” by 4” Smaller 12” by 14” by 3”

Category

1980s American Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Brass

Maitland Smith Tessellated Oval Egg Form Sculpture

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H 6 in Dm 4.5 in

Maitland Smith Tessellated Oval Egg Form Sculpture

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

Maitland Smith tessellated stone and brass oval egg form sculpture. The bottom has a flat spot so it stands upright on its own.

Category

1980s Philippine Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith Tessilated Stone & Brass Winged Lions Obelisk Sculpture 31”

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H 30.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Maitland Smith Tessilated Stone & Brass Winged Lions Obelisk Sculpture 31”

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

Large vintage Maitland Smith tessellated marble stone obelisk sculpture, standing on the backs of four brass winged lions, which in turn lay atop a ...

Category

Late 20th Century British Colonial Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble and Brass Conical Sculptures

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H 16.34 in Dm 6.89 in

Pair of Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble and Brass Conical Sculptures

By Maitland Smith

Located in London, GB

A pair of Maitland Smith tessellated marble and brass conical sculptures.

Category

1970s American Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Maitland-Smith Mid-Century Modern Travertine Tessellated Sphere on Brass Stand

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H 17 in Dm 10 in

Maitland-Smith Mid-Century Modern Travertine Tessellated Sphere on Brass Stand

By Maitland Smith

Located in Astoria, NY

Mid-Century Modern Maitland-Smith large travertine tessellated sphere on a brass stand. The piece is marked on the bottom of the stand and the sphere. The entire piece measures 10” d...

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1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble and Bronze Egg on Lucite Stand

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H 6.5 in Dm 3.5 in

Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble and Bronze Egg on Lucite Stand

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Unique egg on a Lucite stand rendered in bicolored tessellated marble with a bronze inlay by Maitland Smith.

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Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Brass and Travertine Antelope Sculpture by Maitland Smith

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H 36 in W 14 in D 8 in

Brass and Travertine Antelope Sculpture by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A glamorous tessellated polished travertine and polished brass antelope sculpture by Maitland Smith, circa 1970s. The brass shows some minor age. Dimensions: 36"high 18"wide 8"deep.

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Mid-Century Tesselated Chess Pawn Piece with Brass Inlay by Maitland-Smith

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H 20 in Dm 8 in

Mid-Century Tesselated Chess Pawn Piece with Brass Inlay by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century modern chess piece by Maitland-Smith in various types of tessellated stone. Bands of brass inlay accentuate the piece. Vertical bands of black stone segments make up th...

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1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Brass

Pair of Orbs Clad in Tessellated Stone by Maitland-Smith

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H 9 in Dm 9 in

Pair of Orbs Clad in Tessellated Stone by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of orbs clad in tessellated stone by Maitland-Smith, American, 1980s.

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Tessellated Stone Pyramid by Maitland-Smith

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H 27 in W 9 in D 9 in

Tessellated Stone Pyramid by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Tessellated stone pyramid with brass accents by Maitland-Smith.

Category

Late 20th Century Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Maitland Smith abstract sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Maitland Smith abstract sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Maitland Smith abstract sculptures, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original abstract sculptures by Maitland Smith were created in the modern style in southeast asia during the late 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider abstract sculptures by and Isamu Noguchi. Prices for Maitland Smith abstract sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $225 and can go as high as $3,011, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,025.

Questions About Maitland Smith Abstract Sculptures

What is Maitland-Smith?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Where is Maitland-Smith Furniture made?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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.
Is Maitland-Smith still in business?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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.
How do I identify my Maitland-Smith lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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.
How do I identify Maitland-Smith furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
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.
What year did the company Maitland-Smith start?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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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