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Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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.

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Creator: Maitland Smith
Striking Painting of Birds in Birdcage with Berries and Fruit
Striking Painting of Birds in Birdcage with Berries and Fruit

Striking Painting of Birds in Birdcage with Berries and Fruit

By Maitland Smith

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Handsome oil on board still life painting of birds in a decorative birdcage outfitted with berries and fruit. Note: A matching painting that is slightly ...

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1990s American Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Maitland Smith Large Oil Hand Painted Canvas on Wood Panel
Maitland Smith Large Oil Hand Painted Canvas on Wood Panel

Maitland Smith Large Oil Hand Painted Canvas on Wood Panel

By Maitland Smith

Located in Germantown, MD

A large Maitland Smith Oil Hand Painted Canvas on Wood Panel. Measures 36" in with and 72" in height.

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Late 20th Century Other Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Maitland-Smith Regency Style Mahogany Wall Shelves, Gilt Acanthus Leaves & Beads
Maitland-Smith Regency Style Mahogany Wall Shelves, Gilt Acanthus Leaves & Beads

Maitland-Smith Regency Style Mahogany Wall Shelves, Gilt Acanthus Leaves & Beads

By Maitland Smith

Located in Cincinnati, OH

These large Regency-style mahogany wall shelves were crafted by high-end furnishings and accessories manufacturer, Maitland-Smith. The shelves have serpentine-edged display surfaces...

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Late 20th Century Indonesian Regency Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Vintage Maitland Smith Neptune Brackets - A Pair
Vintage Maitland Smith Neptune Brackets - A Pair

Vintage Maitland Smith Neptune Brackets - A Pair

By Maitland Smith

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Maitland Smith is legendary for its ability to marry classical mythology with high-fashion interior design, and this pair of Neptune figural brackets is a quintessential example. Eac...

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Late 20th Century American Grand Tour Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Resin, Wood

Large Late 20th Century Maitland-Smith Framed Wall Painting
Large Late 20th Century Maitland-Smith Framed Wall Painting

Large Late 20th Century Maitland-Smith Framed Wall Painting

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Large late 20th century Maitland-Smith framed wall painting. circa 1990s Features a Primitive art style hand painted image of a Tigre with a tro...

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1990s Philippine Rustic Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Maitland Smith Decorative Painting of Birds in a Cage
Maitland Smith Decorative Painting of Birds in a Cage

Maitland Smith Decorative Painting of Birds in a Cage

By Maitland Smith

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Handsome oil on board still life painting of birds in a decorative birdcage with beautiful gilded frame. Board 24” W x 20” H.

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1990s North American Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Maitland Smith Trompe L'Oeil Leather Book Bracket
Maitland Smith Trompe L'Oeil Leather Book Bracket

Maitland Smith Trompe L'Oeil Leather Book Bracket

By Maitland Smith

Located in Waxahachie, TX

An unusual carved wood wall bracket by Maitland Smith. Covered in leather and embossed gold decoration and writing. Sturdy and solid. Perfect for any bibliophile. Belongs in an Ea...

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1990s Philippine Steampunk Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Leather

Maitland Smith Hand Painted Hunting Dog Portrait Oil Painting Marbled Frame 58"
Maitland Smith Hand Painted Hunting Dog Portrait Oil Painting Marbled Frame 58"

Maitland Smith Hand Painted Hunting Dog Portrait Oil Painting Marbled Frame 58"

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

1980s hand painted oil on canvas by Maitland Smith. Features a hunting dog seated on a tiger rug next to a ball. A royal crest can be seen on a curtain in the background as well as a...

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Late 20th Century Maitland Smith Wall Decorations

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Paint

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Maitland Smith wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Maitland Smith wall decorations 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 wall decorations, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wall decorations by Maitland Smith were created in the neoclassical style in southeast asia during the 20th century. Prices for Maitland Smith wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,036 and can go as high as $5,950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,450.
Questions About Maitland Smith Wall Decorations
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.