Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone Box, Bronze Lizard Handle, Hollywood Regency Decorative Box
$1,500.00
"A highly coveted, investment-grade design piece from Maitland-Smith. Similar documented examples of this exact verdigris lizard box have commanded up to $1,200.00 at luxury design auctions years ago."
An investment-grade heirloom for the serious design connoisseur. This striking vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency decorative box is a documented, highly coveted masterpiece by the renowned luxury design house Maitland-Smith. Similar archival examples of this iconic piece have historically commanded upwards of $1,200.00 at high-end luxury design auctions.
✨ THE CRAFTSMANSHIP The exterior of the box features a magnificent mosaic layout of hand-cut, tessellated verde marble stone tiles. The rich forest green and charcoal black brickwork forms a seamless, tactile finish. Anchored heavily to the lid is a monumental, highly detailed solid cast-bronze lizard. The reptile is finished in a factory-applied, multi-tonal verdigris patina, showing striking depths of sage, mint green, and aged turquoise across its textured scales.
✨ THE INTERIOR Lifting the heavy stone lid reveals a pristine, warm honey-toned interior entirely lined in genuine mahogany wood veneer, showcasing a gorgeous open-pore grain pattern and subtle ribbon-like sheen. The lid is secured with heavy-duty solid brass hinges.
✨ SPECIFICATIONS & DIMENSIONS • Width: 10.5 inches • Depth: 6 inches • Height: 8.5 inches (to the highest point of the bronze lizard's curved tail) • Weight: Approx. 7 lbs (unpacked)
✨ CONDITION Excellent vintage condition with beautiful structural integrity. The stone inlay is tight, the hinges open smoothly, and the mahogany lining retains its gorgeous polished luster. A stunning statement piece for an executive desk, library, or mantle. (Please see pics for accurate details on condition- vintage wear)
📦 SHIPPING & SECURITY Due to the high-value and heavy, delicate nature of the stone and bronze composite, this piece will be meticulously packed with premium thick bubble wrap and dense cushioning (minimum 2 inches on all sides) to guarantee safe arrival. Fully insured shipping is included.
"A highly coveted, investment-grade design piece from Maitland-Smith. Similar documented examples of this exact verdigris lizard box have commanded up to $1,200.00 at luxury design auctions years ago."
An investment-grade heirloom for the serious design connoisseur. This striking vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency decorative box is a documented, highly coveted masterpiece by the renowned luxury design house Maitland-Smith. Similar archival examples of this iconic piece have historically commanded upwards of $1,200.00 at high-end luxury design auctions.
✨ THE CRAFTSMANSHIP The exterior of the box features a magnificent mosaic layout of hand-cut, tessellated verde marble stone tiles. The rich forest green and charcoal black brickwork forms a seamless, tactile finish. Anchored heavily to the lid is a monumental, highly detailed solid cast-bronze lizard. The reptile is finished in a factory-applied, multi-tonal verdigris patina, showing striking depths of sage, mint green, and aged turquoise across its textured scales.
✨ THE INTERIOR Lifting the heavy stone lid reveals a pristine, warm honey-toned interior entirely lined in genuine mahogany wood veneer, showcasing a gorgeous open-pore grain pattern and subtle ribbon-like sheen. The lid is secured with heavy-duty solid brass hinges.
✨ SPECIFICATIONS & DIMENSIONS • Width: 10.5 inches • Depth: 6 inches • Height: 8.5 inches (to the highest point of the bronze lizard's curved tail) • Weight: Approx. 7 lbs (unpacked)
✨ CONDITION Excellent vintage condition with beautiful structural integrity. The stone inlay is tight, the hinges open smoothly, and the mahogany lining retains its gorgeous polished luster. A stunning statement piece for an executive desk, library, or mantle. (Please see pics for accurate details on condition- vintage wear)
📦 SHIPPING & SECURITY Due to the high-value and heavy, delicate nature of the stone and bronze composite, this piece will be meticulously packed with premium thick bubble wrap and dense cushioning (minimum 2 inches on all sides) to guarantee safe arrival. Fully insured shipping is included.
