Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

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 Neoclassic Garden Centrepiece, Provenance Celine Dion

$1,036Sale Price|20% Off

Maitland-Smith Neoclassic Garden Centrepiece, Provenance Celine Dion

By Maitland Smith

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Maitland-Smith neoclassic garden centrepiece, Provenance Celine Dion, blackened bronze pierced oval centrepiece, with an interior circumference of 20" x 15...

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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal

Maitland-Smith Grand Metal Centerpiece Bowl, Late 20th Century

$1,610

Maitland-Smith Grand Metal Centerpiece Bowl, Late 20th Century

By Maitland Smith

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

Striking in scale and presence, this Maitland-Smith centerpiece bowl blends industrial craftsmanship with neoclassical elegance. The reticulated body, handcrafted from riveted metal ...

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Late 20th Century Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

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Metal

Vintage Maitland Smith Porcelain Pedestal Bowl with Bronze Rim

$495

Vintage Maitland Smith Porcelain Pedestal Bowl with Bronze Rim

By Maitland Smith

Located in Troy, MI

Large circa 1980s pedestal bowl in blue, white and pale brown glaze with leaf and rope braid motif by Maitland Smith. Square pedestal base supports a bowl just under 15” diameter wit...

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Mid-20th Century Vietnamese Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Hand Cut Lead Crystal Tall Pedestal Bowl Compote by Caesar Crystal Bohemiae Co.

$895

H 18.5 in Dm 13 in

Hand Cut Lead Crystal Tall Pedestal Bowl Compote by Caesar Crystal Bohemiae Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Stunning hand cut lead crystal tall pedestal bowl compote created as a work of art by the hands of the finest Czech glass workers. The Caesar Crystal Co...

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Late 20th Century Czech Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Maitland Smith Bookends

$850 / set

H 7.5 in W 9.5 in D 4.5 in

Maitland Smith Bookends

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of Chinese blanc de chine porcelain elephant bookends designed by Maitland-Smith. Retains original labels as pictured. Measurements are for each piece.

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20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, White and Pearl by Paola Valle

$410 / item

H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 16.54 in

Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, White and Pearl by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Our oval pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kitchen counter or ...

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2010s Mexican Modern Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

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Resin

Sculptural Wooden Planters / Decorative Bowls Hand-Crafted in Indonesia

$2,700 / set

H 25.99 in Dm 11.03 in

Sculptural Wooden Planters / Decorative Bowls Hand-Crafted in Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

These sculptural display bowls were hand crafted on the island of java from solid teak wood. With their elevated elongated shape they would look great as a collection of decorative b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Teak

Stunning Italian Porcelain Ceramic Swan in Gold Luster and Dark Silver, c 1970s

$495

H 16 in W 19 in D 8 in

Stunning Italian Porcelain Ceramic Swan in Gold Luster and Dark Silver, c 1970s

By Raymor

Located in New York, NY

Stunning porcelain swan, executed in brilliant gold luster and dark silver glazes. This impressive statement piece will surely complete any interior space it inhabits. Made in Italy,...

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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, Smoke and Black Pearl by Paola Valle

$410 / item

H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 16.54 in

Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, Smoke and Black Pearl by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Our oval pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kitchen counter or ...

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2010s Mexican Modern Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Resin

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Marble Bowl on Pedestal - Tazza Centerpiece

$3,850

H 6.3 in Dm 12.21 in

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Marble Bowl on Pedestal - Tazza Centerpiece

Located in Firenze, IT

This Italian 19th century neoclassical marble bowl on pedestal, or tazza centerpiece, is finely carved in Cipollino marble, a highly prized stone already appreciated by the Romans an...

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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Maitland Smith Bronze Neoclassical Footed Trophy Urn Candle Holder Pillar 11"

$217Sale Price|30% Off

H 11 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Maitland Smith Bronze Neoclassical Footed Trophy Urn Candle Holder Pillar 11"

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th century Maitland Smith bronze neoclassical / Grand Tour / tazza style pillar candle holder. Square base with paw feet supporting a pedestal decorated with angels / winged N...

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1990s Philippine Neoclassical Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Small Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s Switzerland

$1,800 / item

H 9 in Dm 9.5 in

Small Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s Switzerland

By Willy Guhl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small concrete Swiss ball planters in the style of Willy Guhl. Great patina to each planter. Great for indoors or outside. Heavy and substantial. Priced i...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Concrete

Geometric Pedestal Bowl in White and Pearl Marbled Resin by Paola Valle

$300 / item

H 6.89 in Dm 9.65 in

Geometric Pedestal Bowl in White and Pearl Marbled Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Our decorative geometric pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kit...

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2010s Mexican Modern Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Resin

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Hand-Painted Black Lacquered Oval Toleware Box

$995

H 19.75 in W 29.5 in D 23.5 in

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Hand-Painted Black Lacquered Oval Toleware Box

By Maitland Smith

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Neoclassical style oval metal toleware box, chest, or bin with lid on stand By Maitland Smith Philippines, Late 20th Century Black lacquer...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal

Pair of English Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Urns

$4,500 / set

H 21 in W 15 in D 15 in

Pair of English Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Urns

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Magnificent pair of English neoclassical revival garden urns or jardinières crafted from cast iron. The urns are decorated with Greco-Roman figures with a fluted column base. Beautif...

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20th Century English Neoclassical Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Previously Available Items

Tessellated Marble Tazza by Maitland Smith

Sold

H 9.85 in Dm 19.69 in

Tessellated Marble Tazza by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in London, GB

A large Tazza in pink and cream tessellated marble by Maitland Smith USA. The circular socle plinth supporting the bowl with an undulating rim. A large Ta...

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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Tessellated Marble Pedestal and Dish by Maitland Smith

Sold

H 23.63 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Tessellated Marble Pedestal and Dish by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in London, GB

A smart pedestal and fruit dish/bowl in tessellated marble by Maitland Smith USA. Both with brass accents and inlay Sizes for the dish as follows 31cm diameter 20cm high. Can ...

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Late 20th Century North American Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Tessellated Horn Tray by Maitland Smith

Sold

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 Decorative Bowls

Materials

Horn

Maitland Smith Decorative Box with Brass Handle

Sold

H 7 in W 12 in D 9 in

Maitland Smith Decorative Box with Brass Handle

By Maitland Smith, Karl Springer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Maitland Smith decorative box, circa 1970s. The box features a hand painted petrified wood style exterior with black lacquered interior. The top is accented by a brass handle made of...

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1970s Philippine Post-Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Bronze Centre Bowl Compote by Maitland-Smith

Sold

H 6 in W 18.75 in D 12.75 in

Bronze Centre Bowl Compote by Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Toledo, OH

A bronze centre bowl or compote by Maitland-Smith. This features a pedestal base an handles. Marked on the underside, "Maitland Smith". The dimensions are ...

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20th Century Indian Modern Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone Art-Deco Style Bowl

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H 5 in W 20 in D 20 in

Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone Art-Deco Style Bowl

By Maitland Smith

Located in New York, NY

1980s large tessellated stone with brass detail Art Deco style decorative bowl by Maitland-Smith.

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20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone, Brass

Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone and Polished Brass Large Bowl

Sold

H 2 in W 10 in D 9 in

Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone and Polished Brass Large Bowl

By Maitland Smith

Located in North Miami, FL

This large tessellated stone and brass bowl by Maitland-Smith has been polished. It could be used for serving or decorative purposes. It retains the original brown felt on the botto...

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1970s Philippine Modern Vintage Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone, Brass

Maitland Smith decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.

Maitland Smith decorative bowls 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 decorative bowls, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative bowls by Maitland Smith were created in the neoclassical style in southeast asia during the 20th century. Prices for Maitland Smith decorative bowls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $295 and can go as high as $1,593, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $925.

Questions About Maitland Smith Decorative Bowls

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.
How do I identify my Maitland-Smith lamp?
1 Answer
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.
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.
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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