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Vintage Neoclassic Reclining Brass Lion Desk Lamp with Oval Black Shade

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    Maitland Smith produced two similar reclining lion lamps:  one that was shorter with a rectangular shade and this one.   This vintage brass lion desk lamp features a decorated pedestal, oval black shade, yellow cord and a pineapple finial.  This is authentic vintage and does have… Continue reading

Vintage Carved Stone Christian Crucifix.  Wall hung.

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    Very Unique.   I am sure that the metal-looking parts are not Celtic in design.  And, I am pretty sure that the design is not the timeless elegance of a fleur-de-lis.  Unless, of course, the elements are an artist’s own creation.   But, there is something… Continue reading

Vintage. Lamp Finial.  Filigree.  Ormalu Gilded Brass.  Openwork. 

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    A stunning piece from early- to mid-1900s.  Filled with detail and openwork.   Ormalu is a gilding process of applying a finely grown amalgam to brass.  There is a small oxidation spot, shown in one of the photos.  Glass stand not included.

Maitland-Smith Bronze Monkey Card or Candle Holder.  Singerie.  Philippines

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    Singerie, a visual arts depiction, can be found back in ancient Egypt but more popular in France over the last couple of centuries.  The word – singerie – is the name given to a visual arts genre depicting monkeys imitating human behavior.  Such monkeys are often… Continue reading

Vintage Letter Opener.  Sword.  Perhaps Silver Plated.  1960s.  Bangkok Thailand

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  Acquired from a Pan Am worker who purchased it in a gift store in Bangkok in the 1960s.   Lightweight.  Not suitable for rough/tough envelopes.   In excellent condition with original box

Vintage Heavy Brass Corinthian Helmet.  Replica.  Greek.  Greece

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  Originating in the ancient state/city Corinth, full sized helmets – like this – were made of bronze and used by hoplite heavy infantry soldiers.  Most everything they wore or carried was heavy.   These helmets are well known in their variety of crests and nose pieces.  And,… Continue reading

Large Vintage Maitland Smith Centerpiece.  Iridescent.  Console Bowl. Bronze or Brass trim.  Bird Nest.   Philippines.

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    Maitland Smith – founded by a well-known London antique dealer and designer – acquired and reproduced world class quality products.  Their expertise includes metal casting, finely executed porcelains, sophisticated finishing techniques, detailed hand painting, beautiful inlaid marquetry and the finest hand carved woodwork.   Maitland-Smith acquired this… Continue reading

Vintage Maitland-Smith Rectangular Pedestal Porcelain Vase.  Thailand

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    A rare formed vase that seems to float on the heads of four lions.  Fired in a small kiln, finished and hand painted.   The birds, foliage, scenery, colors and shape make this a splendid vase in the hallway or entryway.   Maitland Smith – founded by… Continue reading

Vintage Relief Khepri Scarab. Hand carved. Paperweight.  Atum.  West Nile Delta Egypt.

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      Khepri was the god of creation, the movement of the sun, and rebirth.  This large replica of an authentic and ancient scarab.  It was hand carved near the city of Sais, in the West Nile Delta.   Ancient Egyptians believe that scarabs (beetles) came out… Continue reading

Vintage Maitland-Smith Porcelain Ginger Jar.  Hong Kong.

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    This porcelain jar was made in kilns near the ancient kilns of Wun Yiu village – once the center of porcelain industry back in the 1600s.  It was then hand-painted and refired in Hong Kong.   Maitland-Smith acquired this piece and sold it through their global network… Continue reading
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