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.
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H 31.5 in W 102 in D 18 in
Amazing Burled Amboyna Brass Three-Piece Mastercraft Credenza Buffet Chinoiserie
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Amazing burled amboyna and brass three-piece chinoiserie Mastercraft credenza buffet. Wow! is what you will say when you see this stunning thre...
Brass
$4,495
H 28 in W 64 in D 18 in
Mastercraft Burl Wood and Brass Greek Key Credenza Sideboard William Doezema
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
A Classic Mastercraft Mid Century Modern credenza or sideboard designed by William Doezema. Exquisitely made burl wood and brass greek key mountings. Mastercraft fabric tag inside th...
Brass
$5,495
H 29.5 in W 64 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Credenza by William Doezema for Mastercraft
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A striking example of 1970s American luxury, this exceptional credenza was designed by William Doezema and masterfully crafted by Mastercraft, a manufacturer celebrated for blending ...
Marble, Brass
$1,495
H 29.25 in W 64 in D 17 in
Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl Wood and Brass Sideboard Credenza, 1970s
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet. Terrific ash burl grain. By William Doezema for Mastercraft USA, 1970s Burled Carpathian elm wood...
Brass
$3,600
H 30 in W 78 in D 18 in
Mid century modern credenza by Lane Furniture. Case clad in richly figured burl
By Lane Furniture
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid century modern credenza by Lane Furniture. Case clad in richly figured burl veneer. Bookmatched grain across the center panel. Clean, hardware-free drawer fronts. Raised on a re...
Wood, Burl
Midcentury Burl Credenza
Located in Westwood, NJ
Midcentury Burl Credenza. This tall narrow three-door sideboard credenza has a warm 'rustic' hand-rubbed mappa burl veneer, a beveled frame surro...
Burl
$4,995
H 30.5 in W 78.25 in D 20 in
William Doezema for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl Wood and Brass Credenza
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet. By William Doezema for Mastercraft. USA, 1970s. Burled Carpathian elm wood, with brass t...
Brass
Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Credenza by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Elm Burlwood, Brass Handles & Hardware This mid-century Hollywood Regency credenza by Mastercraft Furniture Co. captures the glamour...
Elm
$6,800
H 32 in W 78 in D 20 in
Vintage Elm Burl and Brass Greek Key Credenza by William Doezema for Mastercraft
By William Doezema, Charak Furniture Company, Mastercraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Luxurious plinth-base credenza / sideboard in burled Carpathian elm wood with inlaid brass details and highly stylized Greek Key brass hardware designed by William Doezema for Master...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Burl and Brass Credenza by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Burl and Brass Credenza by Thomasville featuring rich burl wood veneer, sleek mid-century lines, and elegant brass-tone accents. This timeless piece offers...
Wood
Mid Century Modern Walnut 2 Door Credenza/Sideboard by Bassett ' Prestige '
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid Century Modern Walnut 2 Door Credenza/Sideboard by Bassett Offered is a beautiful Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza/Sideboard with ample storage space, which was designed by Ba...
Walnut
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak 3 Door Credenza on Pencil Legs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Danish Modern teak Credenza Offered is a teak credenza. This piece makes a statement and will make a nice feature piece in any room. Features pencil legs, three doors ...
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Mini Sideboard/Credenza
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Mini Sideboard/Credenza Offered is a Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza. This piece has the look. The piece features 2 door with separate storag...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Richard Young for Merrow Associates Chrome Credenza
By Merrow Associates, Richard Young
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a beautiful Mid-Century Modern credenza, designed by Richard Young for Merrow Associates. It has chrome legs and pulls. ...
Chrome
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk by Franz Ehrlich
By Franz Ehrlich
Located in Wilmington, DE
Rare Mid Century Modern Franz Ehrlich teak executive desk, professionally refinished in a rich espresso finish and featuring the distinctive architectural design language for which E...
Teak
Pair of Danish Modern Sven Age Madsen Tambour Door Teak Nightstands
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Danish Modern Sven Age Madsen Tambour Door Teak Nightstands Offered is a piece of time and design: a Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Nightstands by Sven Age Madsen. ...
Teak
