Maitland Smith Inlaid World Map Mahogany Executive Library Desk 8109-55

Description

Impressive 8 leg executive desk or library table by Maitland Smith. Made from mahogany with exotic inlays on the stunning world map top. Sheraton inspired with intricately carved and reeded legs. Includes 5 drawers, with two AC outlets built in and two hidded compartments. Finished on both sides. Includes a flip down keyboard drawer. Maitland-Smith was founded in 1979 by a well-known London antique dealer and designer. The company was founded in Hong Kong to reproduce eighteenth century furniture and decorative accessories.

The business started with the reproduction of chippendale mahogany dining chairs. Other finely carved and hand-crafted reproductions followed. Sourcing efforts were conducted throughout Southeast Asia to find and blend unique materials popularized in eighteenth century designs. These materials included bronze, brass, porcelain, coromandel, wrought iron, leather, shagreen, lacquer and eggshell.

In 1981 Maitland-Smith shifted its base from Hong Kong to the Philippines and built the company's own manufacturing operation. This allowed Maitland-Smith to create a broader product offering and exercise greater control over manufacturing quality, while giving added freedom to the company's classically trained designers.

Condition

Good condition, distressing / alligatoring to top, some finish loss and wear. Includes backup hardware.

Dimensions

40" x 72" x 30.5", 25.5" clearance