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Maitland Smith Benches

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
Late 20th Century Carved Georgian Style Upholstered Setee By Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Late 20th Century carved Georgian style setee by Maitland Smith. Nicely carved and detailed wood accents. In very good condition, Silk fabric could use a cleaning or easily replaced,...
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Late 20th Century Asian Georgian Maitland Smith Benches

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Late 20th Century Carved Georgian Style Upholstered Setee By Maitland Smith
Late 20th Century Carved Georgian Style Upholstered Setee By Maitland Smith

Late 20th Century Carved Georgian Style Upholstered Setee By Maitland Smith

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Bench
By Maitland Smith
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This stylish, chic and Neo Classical form bronze bench dates to the 1980s, and was created for Maitland Smith. Note: The dove gray leather cushion was custom created in January o...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Revival Maitland Smith Benches

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Bronze

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Bench
Maitland Smith Neoclassical Bench

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Bench

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Maitland Smith benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Maitland Smith benches are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Maitland Smith benches, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original benches by Maitland Smith were created in the Georgian style in asia during the late 20th century. Prices for Maitland Smith benches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,950 and can go as high as $3,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,425.
Questions About Maitland Smith Benches
  • 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 is Maitland-Smith Furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Where is Maitland-Smith Furniture made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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