Compared to that other furniture-makers in historically minded Grand Rapids, Michigan, the work of Mastercraft seems positively flamboyant. The company was founded in 1947 by brothers Charles and William Doezema, who hailed from a long line of cabinetmakers. They went overseas during their service in World War II, and returned home with a plan to make furniture with cosmopolitan flair. Their firm specialized in chairs and case pieces that have modernized traditional forms, finished in exotic wood veneers such as amboyna, yew, burl and fruitwood, and trimmed in brass. Bureaus and credenzas often feature cabinet fronts with decorative brass details such as silhouettes of flowers and birds, or figures that resemble Chinese characters.
In later years, Mastercraft created chairs and glass-topped coffee tables with brass frames. Some pieces included touches like the Greek key — a motif that appears in the decorative arts of both Asian and European antiquity. After Mastercraft was acquired by industry giant Baker Furniture in 1974, the company produced a large group of case pieces featuring applied brass plaques, acid-etched with semi-abstract forms by the German-born, Vancouver-based artist Bernhard Rohne.
The latter are some of the most popular Mastercraft pieces, and like all the company’s wares range in price from about $2,000 to $12,000 depending on size, condition and the amount of decorative trim. As you will see on 1stDibs, Mastercraft furnishings made a bold but artful statement — perfect for lending a bit of dash and brawn to a contemporary decor.
$17,500
H 29 in W 80 in D 18 in
Elegant Black Lacquer and Polished Brass Sideboard/Credenza by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
A stunning piece of late mid-century design by the great Mastercraft in Grand Rapids. Proportionally exceptional, embodying a "pill" shape with rounded ends, although long visually i...
Brass
Mastercraft High Gloss Black Laquer and Brass Sideboard, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored sideboard by Mastercraft. It is pill shaped and an iconic design. This is a high gloss black lacquer with shelving on one side ...
Brass
Mastercraft Three-Door Credenza with Brass Accents
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant three-door credenza by Mastercraft of Grand Rapids exemplifies the brand’s reputation for refined craftsmanship and timeless design. The case is crafted from richly grai...
Brass
Exceptional Mastercraft Brass, Laminate and Glass Sideboard
By Mastercraft
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An exceptional Mastercraft brass, laminate and glass sideboard, with two lower doors with large brass ring pulls opening to a bottom shelf and one middle shelf, Above the doors is a ...
Brass
$12,500
H 29 in W 80.19 in D 18 in
1970s Mastercraft Faux Malachite Lacquer & Brass Capsule Form Sideboard Credenza
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
An exceptional 1970s Hollywood Regency faux malachite and brass pill or oval shape sideboard - credenza by Mastercraft Furniture of Grand Rapids. The sideboard features a impressive ...
Brass
Vintage brass and lacquer sideboard, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Luxurious seventies glamour sideboard consisting of two sliding doors and three smoked mirrored glass drawers. The use of different high quality materials makes this piece a real ey...
Brass
Lacquered Wood Sideboard with Large Brass Front Pulls
Located in New York, NY
Lacquered wood sideboard with large brass front pulls.
Brass
Black Lacquer and Brass Credenza/Sideboard by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Glamorous one-of-a-kind piece designed by the great Mastercraft in Grand Rapids. Features a massive tubular brass framed body, both sides have a gentle curve. Top and sides are finis...
Brass
$3,475
H 34 in W 67 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Gilt Lacquered Credenza / Chest Attributed to James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a great looking piece! It is a gilt lacquered handapplied finish with red undertones and Asian inspired hardware. It is mahogany and in very good condition. The credenza is a...
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern American Sideboard with Brass Trim, Circa 1960
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Modern (circa 1960) sideboard with a mottled brown lacquered case with brass trim resting on a solid wood bracket-shaped base with four cabinet doors with two br...
Metal
Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Credenza
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Ib Kofod-Larsen teak credenza.
Teak
Arne Vodder Teak Sideboard for Sibast Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Arne Vodder Teak Sideboard for Sibast Denmark
Teak
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Extendable Top Burl Buffet / Bar Cart
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Extendable Top Burl Buffet / Bar Cart With top that expands to 60 inches
Brass
Lucite and Brass Bolt Coffee Table
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Lucite and brass bolt coffee table.
Signed Silas Seandel Dining Table
By Silas Seandel
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Signed Silas Seandel Dining Table
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Harvey Probber Bowtie Coffee Table
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Harvey Probber Bowtie Coffee Table
Wood
