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.
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Mastercraft Brass and Metal Freestanding Fireplace, circa 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A sexy Scandinavian vibe emanates with a warm glow from this vintage Mastercraft faux fireplace, which can conveniently move with you as there is no installation required. Faux logs...
Metal, Brass
$2,523 / set
Pair of Lacquered and Brass Pedestals
By Mastercraft
Located in London, GB
A late 20th century pair of pedestals with ebonized bases brass soccles and capitals with cream lacquered plinths. American circa 1970 by Mastercraft.
Brass
Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Round Cylinder Brass Display Pedestal or Planter
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hollywood Regency Brass Mastercraft cylindrical display pedestal with smoke glass top. The glass top is removal, and then can be used as a Jardiniere, see images. In fine condition, great original patina to brass. Inside planter...
Brass
Mastercraft Brass Pedestal Jardiniere
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Hanover, MA
Fabulous pedestal jardiniere by William Doezema for Mastercraft in their signature patinated brass finish. Base is a straight round column which has double rings suggestive of bamboo...
Brass, Steel
Dennis Kirchmann Ceramic Pedestal or Plant Stand with Floral Motif
By Dennis Kirchmann
Located in Chicago, IL
This two-piece floral ceramic piece by Indiana artist Dennis Kirchmann is convertible. It can be used as a pedestal with a small amount of storage with ...
Ceramic
Pair of Stainless Steel Pedestals by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of heavy chrome-plated, stainless steel pedestals by Mastercraft, circa 1960s. Dining table height could be used a dining table supports, console or individual tables. Each is...
Stainless Steel
Pair of English Iron Pedestals
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair of English iron pedestals.
Iron
Travertine Display Pedestal
Located in Studio City, CA
Groovy travertine pedestal to display your fleurs or favorite sculpture.
Travertine
Art Deco Iron Pedestal Planter
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco sculptural iron pedestal supporting a square wire mesh planter with decorative appliqués of metal flowers in iron bowls. The planter holds a metal liner on its interior. The...
Iron
Pair of Travertine Pedestals
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a grand pair of matching Italian travertine pedestals. At 60" high, these pedestals make a statement! The voids in the travertine have been filled and the natural patina show...
Travertine
$5,685Sale Price / set|24% Off
H 55 in W 21.25 in D 13.25 in
Pair of French 19th-20th Century Giltwood Carved Standing Pedestal Planters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XV style giltwood carved figural three-legged standing pedestal planters Jardinières, each with carved figur...
Giltwood
$1,677Sale Price|40% Off
H 24.5 in Dm 21 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Trefoil Trifoliate Clover Pedestal Drum Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Mastercraft trefoil trifoliate clover shaped pedestal drum table base in original lacquered faux parchment finish with double band o...
Brass
Antique Marble Fireplace
Located in Made, NL
Elegant mantelpiece made of warm Rouge Royal marble in the style of Louis XV from the 19th century! This charming and graceful mantelpiece has a beautiful scallop in the center and b...
Marble
Antique French Marble Top Pedestal Column
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French style pedestal column, this was made in France and dates from around the 1960s-1970s. It is of great quality and is very useful as a plant stand or as a pe...
Marble
Pair Of European Marble Pedestals
Located in Essex, MA
Each with a white marble square top supported on a cylindrical marble column with plinth base.
Marble
$4,589
H 42.13 in Dm 14.57 in
Big Richly Glazed Hand Thrown Ceramic Handled Planter Jardinière on a Column
Located in Antwerp, BE
Belgium, an attractive and large ceramic Art Nouveau one of a kind hand thrown and richly glazed pot vessel on a stand. Thick and creamily glazed i...
Ceramic
Sold
H 23.5 in Dm 17 in
Mastercraft / William Doezema Modern Lacquered Brass Drum-Style Pedestal / Side
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century (1970s) drum-style brass pedestal / side table with a flared top and bottom and two decorative ridges around the post and a lacquered finish. (Mastercraft / Will...
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 24.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Column Shaped Modern Pedestal End Table 1960s
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Miami, FL
A Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft pedestal or side table with a simple Roman Tuscan column design. Featuring a smooth cylindrical ivory colored resin (or ABS plastic) shaft with solid...
Epoxy Resin, Wood
Sleek Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Style Patinated Brass Pedestal
By Mastercraft
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sleek Mid-Century Modern patinated brass and glass pedestal having chic geometric design.
Brass
Sold
H 27.5 in W 21.25 in D 21.25 in
Pair of Sensational Trilobi Mastercraft Brass Table Pedestal Bases
By Mastercraft
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning pair of Trilobi pedestal bases by Mastercraft. From the 1970s, the pedestals are in a slightly brushed and polished finish with adjustable glides for uneven floors. They are...
Brass
Sold
H 37.5 in W 19.5 in D 21 in
Vintage Set 6 Mastercraft Greek Key Dining Chairs New Upholstered Patio Outdoor
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage set of 6 Mastercraft Greek key arm dining chairs. These have been professionally restored from top to bottom. These can be used indoors or on a patio or porch. The set has be...
Metal
Mastercraft Brass Pedestal Column
By Mastercraft
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Mastercraft brass pedestal column.
Brass
Architectural Patinated Brass Pedestal by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Stunning Architectural plant stand or pedestak made in solid patinated brass by Mastercraft. This is the first and only one I've ever seen. Still has the Original tag attached.
Brass