Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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

Late 20th Century Maitland Smith Wrought Iron Wicker Glass Bronze Ring Lion Tray

$1,100

Late 20th Century Maitland Smith Wrought Iron Wicker Glass Bronze Ring Lion Tray

By Neiman Marcus, Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Hollywood Regency Maitland Smith Wrought and Forged Iron, hand-woven Wicker Inlay and Blown Glass Handles Tray. Features Lion Rings Decor towards each Side. In good used cond...

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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Maitland Smith French Provincial Wrought Iron & Tavertine Bar Gallery Tray 29"

$810

Maitland Smith French Provincial Wrought Iron & Tavertine Bar Gallery Tray 29"

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th century bar serving tray by Maitland Smith - features an oval base of white and beige tavertine marble, surrounded by a flared wrought iron gallery of fleur de lis, standin...

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Late 20th Century French Provincial Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Marble, Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century English Silver Plate Serving Tray with Ornate Handles

$195

H 2.5 in W 29.75 in D 18.75 in

Early 20th Century English Silver Plate Serving Tray with Ornate Handles

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautifully detailed early 20th century English silver-plated serving tray featuring elaborate repoussé work and richly cast edges. Rectangular in form, the tray is adorned with fi...

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Early 20th Century English Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Silver

English Victorian Silver Gallery Tray

$32,500

H 17.5 in W 27.25 in D 2.25 in

English Victorian Silver Gallery Tray

Located in New York, NY

Marked: London, 1896. Maker: J.N. Mappin.

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1890s English Antique Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Silver

Antique English Edwardian Silver Plated Oval Bar Serving Tray w/ Raised Gallery

$425

H 2.5 in W 24 in D 16 in

Antique English Edwardian Silver Plated Oval Bar Serving Tray w/ Raised Gallery

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Edwardian Silver Plated Oval Bar Serving Tray w/ Raised Pierced Scalloped Gallery. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 2.5" H x 24" W x 16" D.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Early-20th Century Hand-Painted Chinoiserie Toleware Tray

$876Sale Price|20% Off

H 2 in W 20 in D 30.25 in

Early-20th Century Hand-Painted Chinoiserie Toleware Tray

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

Exquisite Early 20th Century hand-painted toleware tray featuring a charming Chinoiserie scene with figures, a pagoda, and lush floral details on a warm Goldenrods background. The sc...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Vintage English Edwardian Style Oval Silver Plated Raised Gallery 21" Bar Tray

$395

H 2.75 in W 21 in D 13.5 in

Vintage English Edwardian Style Oval Silver Plated Raised Gallery 21" Bar Tray

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage English Edwardian Style Oval Silver Plated Raised Gallery Bar Tray with Etched Scrollwork Center Raised on Paw Feet. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 2.75" H x 21" W x ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Wooden Tray with Floral Marquetry, French, 20th Century

$1,324Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.74 in W 8.86 in D 6.3 in

Art Nouveau Wooden Tray with Floral Marquetry, French, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A refined Art Nouveau wooden tray from the 20th century, featuring a rectangular shape and elegant, embossed edges that capture the flowing lines typical of the movement. The surfac...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Wood, Bentwood

Late 19th Century English Serving Tray

$795

H 3 in W 21.88 in D 14.38 in

Late 19th Century English Serving Tray

Located in High Point, NC

Late 19th century oak and silver plate treen tray from England. The tray is very simple and elegant, with silver plate adornments on the corners and a central silver plate plaque. ...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Oak

Antique Mirrored Silver Plated Gallery Serving Tray

$950Sale Price|32% Off

H 15.75 in W 20.75 in D 1.5 in

Antique Mirrored Silver Plated Gallery Serving Tray

Located in Sheffield, MA

A fine Edwardian style gallery silver plated serving tray with mirrored insert backed by wood. The tray is supported by 4 paw feet adding extra style and character. OFFERING FREE SHI...

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Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Silver Plate

Late Victorian to Edwardian English Handled Circular Gallery Tray

$450

H 2.38 in W 17 in D 16.88 in

Late Victorian to Edwardian English Handled Circular Gallery Tray

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late Victorian to Edwardian handled circular gallery tray, English. Mahogany with satinwood & sycamore inlaid flaming urn. Marked EAS, Maker. Heavy single board base with bentwood ga...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Silver Plate

20th Century Salmon Aluminum and Wood Tray Plate Platter, Vintage, 1970s

$320

H 2.25 in W 30 in D 7 in

20th Century Salmon Aluminum and Wood Tray Plate Platter, Vintage, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous serving tray or platter. Made of wood and metal. Beautiful color and patina. Nice for serving your salmon. Fantastic piece for each table. In used but still good condition...

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1970s Austrian Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Large Regency Style Gilt-Tooled Leather Tray with Clasped Bronze Hands, 20th C.

On Hold|~~$1,495~~

H 5 in W 32 in D 21 in

Large Regency Style Gilt-Tooled Leather Tray with Clasped Bronze Hands, 20th C.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large Regency-Style Gilt-Tooled Leather Tray with Clasped Bronze Hands, 20th Century A bold and whimsical statement piece, this large Regency-style serving tray features a richly pa...

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Late 20th Century Regency Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Bronze

Antique English Sheffield Edwardian Silver Plated Oval 16" Bar Tray w/ Gallery

$295

H 3 in W 16 in D 11.5 in

Antique English Sheffield Edwardian Silver Plated Oval 16" Bar Tray w/ Gallery

By Sheffield

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Sheffield Edwardian Silver Plated Oval 16" Bar Serving Platter Tray w/ raised Gallery and Floral Scrollwork Etching. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 3" H x 16...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Previously Available Items

Maitland Smith Chinoiserie Bamboo & Metal Bentwood Butlers Serving Tray Bar 32"

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H 4 in W 32 in D 20 in

Maitland Smith Chinoiserie Bamboo & Metal Bentwood Butlers Serving Tray Bar 32"

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

A charming bentwood bamboo serving bar tray by Maitland Smith. Features a sliced twig cross section motif along the surface. A great centerpiece for any table. Dimensions: 20" x 4" ...

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Late 20th Century British Colonial Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Maitland Smith hand wrought iron French style serving tray

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H 5.5 in W 29 in D 23 in

Maitland Smith hand wrought iron French style serving tray

By Maitland Smith

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a late 20th century hand wrought iron French style serving tray by Maitland Smith. The serving tray has hand wrought iron delicately shaped into a Bombay form around the enti...

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1990s Vietnamese Baroque Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Iron

Maitland Smith Florentine Mosaic Lacquer Round Charger Bowl Platter Tray

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H 24 in W 2 in D 24 in

Maitland Smith Florentine Mosaic Lacquer Round Charger Bowl Platter Tray

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

A rare Maitland Smith over sized round Charger / platter / tray featuring a lacquered floral mosaic pattern in shades of brown and white. Includes support for wall hanging.

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Late 20th Century British Colonial Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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Lacquer

Maitland-Smith George III Hand Made Inlaid Banded Flame Mahogany Serving Tray

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H 2 in W 25 in D 14.5 in

Maitland-Smith George III Hand Made Inlaid Banded Flame Mahogany Serving Tray

By Maitland Smith

Located in Germantown, MD

A large hand made Maitland-Smith inlaid and banded flame mahogany serving tray in George III style. Felt lined bottom to protect your tables tops. Measures 25" in width, 14.5" in dep...

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Late 20th Century Philippine George III Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Tessellated Horn Tray by Maitland Smith

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H 1.88 in W 18 in D 12 in

Tessellated Horn Tray by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Mateo, CA

Large tray of tessellated horn by Maitland Smith. This would work as a dresser top tray or a catch all or vide poche. This retains the made in the Philippines label. There are a few ...

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1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Horn

Hand-Painted Black Tray Coffee Table by Maitland-Smith

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H 18.5 in W 31 in D 23.5 in

Hand-Painted Black Tray Coffee Table by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Elegant hand-painted scalloped tray coffee table by Maitland Smith, signed and numbered. Black and gold hand-painted removable tray, rests on a carved faux-bamboo base carved to emulate the tray shape. Black and gold side table...

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Late 20th Century American Late Victorian Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Maitland-Smith Tray

Sold

H 2 in W 24 in D 14.5 in

Maitland-Smith Tray

By Maitland Smith

Located in New York, NY

Neoclassical serving tray with raised edges, of flame mahogany with bleached mahogany inlay and brass handles. Hand made in the Philippines for the Maitland-Smith Company, c. 1980's.

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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.

Maitland Smith platters and serveware are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of lacquer and are designed with extraordinary care. Prices for Maitland Smith platters and serveware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $500 and can go as high as $500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $500.

Questions About Maitland Smith Platters and Serveware

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.
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.
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.
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.