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Mid-Century Mastercraft Wood Lamp Table
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Mastercraft wood lamp table, rectangular with marquetry top above a lower tier with
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Mastercraft Pine Two-Shelf Low Bookcase
By Mastercraft
Located in Germantown, MD
Midcentury Mastercraft pine two-shelf low Bookcase measuring 29.75" in width, 11.5" in depth and 36
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood, Maple

Mid Century Mastercraft Brass Console
By Mastercraft
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful classic brass console table with glass top. Regal columnar legs with substance and heft. Octagonal design with heavy final presence. OG beveld edge glass. Curbside to NYC/...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Mastercraft Brass Console
Mid Century Mastercraft Brass Console
H 26 in W 53.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Mastercraft Style Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long dresser in deep burl veneer with accenting brass trim and hardware. Three wide drawers and two side cabinets give ample storage. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Mid-Century Mastercraft Style Dresser
Mid-Century Mastercraft Style Dresser
H 30.5 in W 72.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Mastercraft Sideboard Designed by Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mastercraft sideboard designed by Bernhard Rohne. This piece has wonderful detailing with
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Mastercraft Style Brass Side or Cocktail Table
By Mastercraft
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful brass and glass side or cocktail table. Great detail with rounded corners and stretcher design. Inset glass for clean finished look. Nice patina. Curbside to NYC/Philly $400
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Set of Eight Mid-Century Mastercraft Brass Dining Chairs with Tufted Upholstery
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning set of eight mid-century brass Mastercraft dining chairs. These chairs feature antiqued
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

American Mid-Century Mastercraft Asian Modern Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A exceptional Mastercraft Asian Mid-Century Modern brass chest. Wonderful solid brass hardware
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Midcentury Mastercraft Burlwood Dining Table Designed by William Doezema for Ma
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury burlwood dining table designed by William Doezema and manufactured by Mastercraft in the
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Dining Table with Glass Top
By Mastercraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage mid century Mastercraft dining table with glass top. Beautiful detailed Mastercraft base
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Weathered Cherry Nightstands with Burl by J.L. Metz
By Mastercraft
Located in Doylestown, PA
Exceptional pair of mid-century Mastercraft style nightstands by J.L. Metz. The stands are
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 48 wide x 20 deep x 17 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condit...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Mastercraft Brass Mid Century Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft brass mid century coffee table Table measures: 38 wide x 38 deep x 16 high All
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Bronze Writing Desk
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive vintage writing desk crafted in bronze with a hip acid washed finish, in a stylized classic form having a black tooled leather top over a case with two drawers with ming s...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Bed Frame by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
unique Mid-Century Modern look. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Stainless Steel

Mastercraft Style Mid Century Brass King Headboard
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Style Mid Century Brass King Headboard This headboard measures: 78 wide x 1 deep x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Leather Top Brass Desk
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive vintage Mastercraft writing desk crafted in brass, in a sleek chinoiserie stylized form
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Side End Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Side End Table This side table measures: 22 wide x 26 deep x 24
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Brass and Glass Extension Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning brass extension dining table by Mastercraft in the style of Milo Baughman. Heavy squared
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Mastercraft, Circa 1975
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid Century-Modern coffee table designed by Bernhard Rhone for Mastercraft. Mid 70s.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Lacquer

Mastercraft Mid Century Brass and Glass Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass and Glass Dining Table This dining table measures: 81 wide x 42.25
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Brass and Glass Pedestal Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass and Glass Pedestal Table This dining table measures: 84 wide x 47.75
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Brass and Glass Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass and Glass Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 39.75 wide x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Stunning Mastercraft Brass Vitrine Mid-Century Regency Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Mastercraft brass vitrine. This magnificent vitrine has four heavy doors that open to
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Brass

Mastercraft Mid-Century Modern Sideboard, Double Chest, Palatial
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
A white lacquered and burl Wood sideboard labeled Master-craft. A finally constructed pair of chests sitting on a detachable base. The Burl wood centers having giltwood framing on a ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Mastercraft Burl Wood Dresser
By Mastercraft
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible vintage Boho dresser. Made by the iconic Mastercraft group. An early edition with the
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Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Dressers

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Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 22 wide x 19.5
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinet Walnut & Chrome by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Miami, FL
Well build Walnut cabinet by Mastercraft. Hinged from the outside as if inspired by Center Pompidou
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Stunning Brass Burled Mastercraft Credenza Buffet Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Absolutely stunning Mastercraft burled and brass credenza buffet. This is one of those pieces that
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Acid Etched Drinks Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this Mid-Century Modern Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched drinks
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Pair of Mastercraft Mid-Century Brass End Tables
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Mastercraft Asian influenced brass end tables with glass tops. Heavy patina to brass, glass
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency End Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Shadowbox Book-Matched Carpathian Elm Sideboard by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
of Mid-Century Modernist design and beautiful example of Mastercraft, this sideboard will style
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in the style of Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, manufactured in the style of Mastercraft. Sleek mid-century cocktail table makes a great living room center
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

SOLD 02/06/24 Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Console Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Console Table This console table measures: 60 wide x 16 deep x 26
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Side by Table Mastercraft Furniture
By Mastercraft
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century / Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Side Table by Mastercraft Furniture. Circa Mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Acid Etched Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Mirror Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Bernhard Rohne acid etched mirror for Mastercraft furniture Co. We have several pieces from this
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Fantastic Pair Of Burled Mastercraft Night Stand Mid-century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding pair of burled walnut and brass mastercraft night stands. Stylized thick bamboo legs
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Black Lacquer, Brass Vitrine
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mastercraft brass and glass vitrine, operational dome lighting and switch.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Brass

Mastercraft Mid-Century Brass End Side Tables, Pair. Circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking pair of Mastercraft brass end tables with glass tops. Rich gorgeous patina to brass. Glass
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Marvelous Tiffany Blue Mastercraft Pill Shaped Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Marvelous Mastercraft Tiffany blue pill shaped credenza. This piece is to die for fabulous with the
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th Century After Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft Faceted Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage MCM dining table. Made After the iconic Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft. A chic
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Mastercraft Asian Inspired Faux Bamboo Brass Lounge Chair, Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Asian-inspired Mastercraft modern lounge chair with brass frame and vintage cushions. The curved
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Nightstands / Dressers, Greek Key, Mastercraft Style
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands / Dressers, Greek Key, Mastercraft Style Low profile set
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood, Giltwood

Mid-Century Burlwood and Brass Console Table Attributed to Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Lovely Hollywood Regency style brass and burl wood console attributed to Mastercraft. It has a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Mid Century Modern Ash Burl Buffets Credenza Cabinets
By Mastercraft
Located in Dayton, OH
Rapids-based furniture manufacturer Mastercraft — known to collectors of mid-century modern and Hollywood
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Ash

Mastercraft Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Burl Wood and Brass Sideboard, 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous monumental mid-century modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Mastercraft Burl Wood Nightstands - a Pair
By Mastercraft
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho nightstands. Made by the iconic Mastercraft group. Beautiful Burl
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Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Console Tables Att. To Mastercraft- Pair
By Mastercraft
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an excellent pair of solid brushed brass consoles tables attributed to Mastercraft. They
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Dining Chairs New Upholstery
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gorgeous newly upholstered dining chairs by Mastercraft.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Small Cabinet by Mastercraft, Lacquer, Brass, American, 1980s
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
Mastercraft Patinated Brass and Tortoise Shell Style Lacquered Cabinet, Circa 1980s. two large
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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft mid century brass detailed desk three drawers console Hollywood
By Mastercraft
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Stunning mid century desk by Mastercaft with T-shaped drawer pulls and leather top. All in great
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Desks

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Mid Century Asian Inspired Lacquered Bar Cabinet on Brass Stand
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Asian Inspired Lacquered Bar Cabinet on Brass Stand This bar cabinet
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Unusual Pair Mastercraft Asian Horseshoe Back Brass Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Mastercraft brass Asian style horseshoe back lounge chairs. These pair are quite
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Brass Dining Table with Bronze Mirror Top Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Brass framed parsons shape dining table by Mastercraft of Grand Rapids. The top of the table is an
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Four Mid Century Italian Post Modern Brass Frame Dining Chairs after Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Well designed handsome set of four chairs in the style of Mastercraft. They feature brass framing
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Tall Mid Century Modern Brass and Glass Mastercraft Vitrine Cabinet
By Mastercraft
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous brass and glass tall showcase with 4 thick glass shelves etched for showing plates. Shelves are adjustable. Two glass doors each hung on 4 hinges. In near perfect condition ...
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Leather Top Writing Desk with Faux Bamboo Legs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
bamboo brass legs. Signed Mastercraft Furniture Co. in a drawer.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Set of Six Amboyna and Brass Mastercraft Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous set of six Mastercraft amboyna and brass dining chairs. Set consists of two armchairs and
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft, Mid-Century Modern Serving Wagons, Gold Brass, Black Lacquer, 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern master-craft brass acid etched bar-carts or serving wagons. This one
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Trio '3' Solid Brass Faux Bamboo Mastercraft Hexagonal Side Tables Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With a base of intricately manufactured brass tubing and precisly fitted beveled glass tops, these three hexagonal tables are a great addition to any modern home. The brass is consis...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Mastercraft For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century mastercraft you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every mid century mastercraft was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century mastercraft — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mid century mastercraft, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century mastercraft over the years, but those crafted by Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne and William Doezema are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Mid Century Mastercraft?

A mid century mastercraft can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,894, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $37,500.
Questions About Mid Century Mastercraft
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple. 

    Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller

    Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

    Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.

    Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.