Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

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.

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Creator: Maitland Smith

Maitland-Smith Iron Wine Rack, Holds 38 Bottles, Verdigris Patina

$1,200

Maitland-Smith Iron Wine Rack, Holds 38 Bottles, Verdigris Patina

By Maitland Smith

Located in Toledo, OH

An unusual 38 bottle iron wine rack by Maitland-Smith. The sides are done in scroll work with leafs accents. A verdigris patina has been applied as accent. Original Maitland-Smith st...

Category

20th Century Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Metal

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Vino Vertical Wine Rack Small

From $1,380 / item

+ 3 more

H 61.03 in W 15.75 in D 5.12 in

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Vino Vertical Wine Rack Small

By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ptolomeo Vino is the bottle holder version of Original Ptolomeo, the famous freestanding bookshelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, winner of the Compasso d’Oro 2004 and soon became an icon of contemporary design. A glass of our favourite wine and that book that we are engrossed in. Very often our moments of greatest relaxation are imagined in the company of a good book and an excellent glass of wine. Launched at the 2018 Salone del Mobile, Ptolomeo Vino becomes the “summa” of this suggestive idea, representing the transformation of the famous Original Ptolomeo bookshelf...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Steel

Midcentury "Hill" Wine Rack by Dean Santner

$1,399Sale Price / item|30% Off

H 12.25 in W 16.5 in D 11 in

Midcentury "Hill" Wine Rack by Dean Santner

By Dean Santner

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

For your consideration is this beautifully sculpted wine rack by Master Craftsman Dean Santner. Santner designs are part of the American Modern Craft movement along side Wendell Cast...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Wood

Arthur Umanoff Wine Rack

$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.75 in W 9.5 in D 10 in

Arthur Umanoff Wine Rack

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Chicago, IL

Wrought iron and leather strapped wine rack.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Sculptural 20th Century Wine Rack

$661 / item

H 12.21 in W 14.57 in D 8.27 in

Sculptural 20th Century Wine Rack

Located in Antwerp, BE

Two small brass wine racks suitable for counter top made for six bottles. Italy, 1970s. Measures: Height 41 cm, width 27 cm, depth 21 cm. Height 31 cm, width 37 cm, depth 21 cm.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Metallic Thread

Mid-Century Modern Molded Teak Japanese 9 Bottle Capacity Wine Rack

$300Sale Price|20% Off

H 17 in W 14 in D 8 in

Mid-Century Modern Molded Teak Japanese 9 Bottle Capacity Wine Rack

By Alvar Aalto

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool design and rare vintage molded teak, 9 bottle capacity wine rack, retains old made in Japan label.

Category

20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Teak

20th Century French Wrought Iron and Brass Wine Rack

$995

H 29.5 in W 27.25 in D 11 in

20th Century French Wrought Iron and Brass Wine Rack

Located in Germantown, MD

A late 20th Century French Wrought Iron and Brass Wine Rack. Dark brown painted with plastic inserts to protect bottle contact against iron. Measures 27.5" in width, 11.5" in depth,...

Category

Late 20th Century American Other Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Midcentury Tall and Narrow Iron Wine Rack with Leather Straps

$2,850

H 66.5 in W 14 in D 11 in

Midcentury Tall and Narrow Iron Wine Rack with Leather Straps

Located in Atlanta, GA

A tall and narrow Midcentury iron wine rack with leather straps. This Midcentury iron wine rack, distinguished by its tall and narrow silhouette, marries functionality with a touch o...

Category

Mid-20th Century Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Wine Rack in Wrought Iron Brass 1960s

$1,984

H 19.1 in W 25.2 in D 10.24 in

Mid Century Wine Rack in Wrought Iron Brass 1960s

Located in Meer, VAN

Mid Century Wine Rack in Wrought Iron Brass, Europe, 1960s. This is a great mid century wine rack in wrought iron with nice brass details. Hand wrought iron with a very nice artisan...

Category

Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Large Tall Wrought Iron Wine Rack

$2,600

H 72 in W 17 in D 12 in

Large Tall Wrought Iron Wine Rack

By Paul McCobb, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice high capacity of 49 bottles skinny low profile wine rack.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Elegant French Bamboo and Rattan Wine Rack for Eight Bottles with Shelf

$901

H 31.89 in W 14.18 in D 12.6 in

Elegant French Bamboo and Rattan Wine Rack for Eight Bottles with Shelf

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Elegant French bamboo and rattan wine rack for eight bottles with shelf Very good condition, the decorative sheathing is missing on the right side....

Category

1970s French French Provincial Vintage Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Four Bottle Wine Rack in the Style of Nissen Langaa

$140Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.5 in W 9.5 in D 11 in

Four Bottle Wine Rack in the Style of Nissen Langaa

Located in San Diego, CA

Solid oak four bottle wine rack with black pins in the style of Nissen Langaa, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 9.5"...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Oak

Bentwood wine rack with brass accents

$632Sale Price|20% Off

H 28.5 in W 16 in D 9.25 in

Bentwood wine rack with brass accents

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a nice example of bentwood craftsmanship. It boast brass accents on it's elbows and has a 15 bottle capacity. Not your typical wine rack.

Category

1980s North American Hollywood Regency Vintage Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Brass

Previously Available Items

Bronze & Tortoise Shell Wine Cooler by Maitland-Smith

Sold

H 7.5 in W 8.5 in D 6 in

Bronze & Tortoise Shell Wine Cooler by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Wine cooler crafted in cast and gilt bronze with a removable insert and featuring a tortoise shell mosaic in a honeycomb design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Materials

Bronze

Oriental Bamboo Etagere with Wine Storage

Sold

H 84 in W 40 in D 18 in

Oriental Bamboo Etagere with Wine Storage

By Maitland Smith

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Very unusual serving piece with three shelves, drawer and wine storage below by Maitland-Smith.

Category

20th Century Unknown Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

Maitland Smith wine coolers for sale on 1stDibs.

Maitland Smith wine coolers 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 wine coolers, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wine coolers by Maitland Smith were created in the mid-century modern style in southeast asia during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Maitland Smith wine coolers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $2,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,950.

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Questions About Maitland Smith Wine Coolers

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 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.
How do I identify Maitland-Smith furniture?
1 Answer
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.
What year did the company Maitland-Smith start?
1 Answer
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.