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Mastercraft Furniture

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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Creator: Mastercraft
Dealer: Assemblage Ltd.
Elegant Burled Amboyna and Brass Sideboard by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and substantial cabinet by Mastercraft. The four frame and panel doors open to reveal a two section storage area. One side has four drawers with a silverware drawer. The othe...
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1960s American Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

Custom Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Acid Etched Brass Dresser
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully burled chest, toned in a custom burnt orange lacquer atop a wood plinth. Nine drawers; three with acid-etched panels by Bernhard Rohne, accent...
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1970s American Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Brass Concave Curve Sideboard
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Mastercraft sideboard clad in vibrant Amboyna burl veneer, with heavy brass appointments. It is quite striking, with its inverted curve ends. Four drawers on one side, and shelf stor...
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1970s American Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

Trio of Mastercraft Burled and Walnut Colonnade Cabinets
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of three colonnade front cabinets by Mastercraft. Early pieces with the embroidered label. Burled walnut colonnade detailed doors open to reveal a large open cabinet space. Brass...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Brass Greek Key Sideboard
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural amboyna burl case, with four brass-welted doors accented by heavy brass pulls and backing plates. Doors open to reveal five drawers and a single shelf. Four corners are adorn...
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1960s American Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

Set of Eight Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Paisley Velvet Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of eight exotic amboyna burl and dark brown with grey paisley velvet dining chairs. Klismos style legs, tall backs and ample seats create a dining chair with style as well as com...
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1970s American Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Amboyna

Early Mastercraft Brass and Burl Empire Revival Mirror
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass bar and burled walnut framed Mastercraft mirror. Brass square bar with brass ball finials surrounding a burled walnut beveled edge frame. Top open X-panel with center burled di...
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1950s American Vintage Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

Mastercraft Black Lacquer and Brass Empire Moderne Console Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant black lacquer and brushed brass Empire style console table by Mastercraft. Finished on all four sides with brass welt details on all sides of the tapered legs. Brass welt fil...
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Late 20th Century American Mastercraft Furniture

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Brass

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Bernhard Rohne Acid Etched Brass Buffet by Mastercraft
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Set of 6 Brass Dining Chairs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
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1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Burl Brass Sideboard Credenza
By Guglielmo Ulrich, Vittorio Dassi, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
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Located in London, London
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Mastercraft Carpathian Elm and Brass Sideboard
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Hanover, MA
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Mastercraft Brass Greek Key Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs Set of 8
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Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood and Brass Nine-Drawer Dresser
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
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Early 1960s Mastercraft Walnut and Burl Amboyna Marquerty Top Dining Table
By Mastercraft
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Mastercraft Bernhard Rohne Acid-Etched Frame Bevelled Mirror
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Bevelled mirror with a Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne designed acid etched panel and bevelled solid brass frame. Backed by a gold lacquered wood panel.
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Bernhard Rohne Acid Etched Brass Console Table by Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
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Mastercraft Burl and Acid Etched Brass Wardrobe Cabinet
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
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Rare Mastercraft Tangerine Burl Amboyna Nightstands with Acid Etch Detail
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Mastercraft nightstands in beautiful burl amboyna wood veneer. Toned in a tangerine lacquer, a rare offering from Mastercraft, with Bernhard Rhone acid etched panels. Top drawer and ...
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Rare Mastercraft Tangerine Amboyna Burl and Acid Etched Brass Wardrobe Cabinet
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
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Set of Six Mastercraft Greek Key Design Brass Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
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Pair of Mastercraft Bernhard Rohne Acid-Etched Frame Beveled Mirrors
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Magnificent pair of large Mastercraft beveled mirrors with metal artist, Bernhard Rhone acid etched panels. Patinated and molded brass surrounds the etched panels and is all set on a...
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Mastercraft Brass Console with Bernhard Rohne Acid-Etched Top
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Parsons-style 66" long console or sofa table, with patinated brass legs. Incredible Bernhard Rohne acid-etched brass panel wraps the top and sides.
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Mastercraft Light Amboyna Burl Long Cabinet with Patinated Brass Detail
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Long amboyna burl credenza or sideboard from Mastercraft, in rare light finish. Four doors conceal four drawers on one half, with open storage on the other half. Beveled frame doors ...
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Pair of Mastercraft Bernhard Rohne Acid-Etched Brass Vitrines
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Mastercraft brass vitrines with the entire casing clad in acid etched panels by the Canadian artist, Bernhard Rohne... Each cabinet has four doors that are heavy brass wrappe...
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Mastercraft Burl and Walnut Dresser with Substantial Brass Pulls
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Olive ash burl and custom created legs make for a unique and elegant Mastercraft nine-drawer dresser, or chest. Legs are solid and quite thick walnut. Heavy drop pulls of solid cast ...
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Mastercraft furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Mastercraft furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mastercraft furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Mastercraft were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul Evans, and Charles Hollis Jones. Prices for Mastercraft furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $300 and can go as high as $75,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,800.
Questions About Mastercraft Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify Mastercraft furniture, look for the signature features of their designs. The furniture maker often finished pieces in veneers made of exotic hardwoods like burl, fruitwood, yew and amboyna. Brass trim is a characteristic of many of their pieces. Find a range of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Because Mastercraft Furniture Co. is no longer in business, you will need to buy vintage furniture from the brand. You can shop local vintage and thrift shops or look for listings from auction houses. Mastercraft furniture is also available from reputable online platforms. You'll find a selection of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Mastercraft Furniture Co. is no longer made, as the company closed in 1985. While it was still operating, the furniture maker produced its pieces at its own factory in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Shop a selection of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, the Mastercraft Furniture Co. is no longer in business. The company permanently closed in 1985. While in operation, the company's headquarters were located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can shop a variety of expertly vetted Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.

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