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.
Pair Mastercraft Bronze Parsons Club Chairs, Spain, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Mastercraft Bronze Parsons Club Chairs, Spain, 1970s A sculptural and well-proportioned pair of Mastercraft bronze Parsons-style club chairs, Spain, circa 1970s—defined by thei...
Bronze
1970s Solid Wood Club Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great heavy solid wood club chair from the USA, 1970's. Cube wood frame has been newly refinished and cushions newly upholstered in a creamy pood...
Fabric, Oak
1970s Vintage Pair of Upholstered Ikat Club Armchairs
Located in Lancaster, PA
This is a wonderful pair of vintage upholstered armchairs in a cotton ikat orange, yellow and cream fabric. The chairs are transitional and will work in myriad design environments. ...
Stainless Steel
Midcentury Leather Club Chairs, a Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Wonderful pair of wide and low profile lounge chairs. Newly upholstered in distressed leather with walnut bases refinished. Comfortable and su...
Leather, Walnut
1970s O-Asian Oversized Cubed Rattan Club Bamboo Chairs
By O-Asian Designs Inc., Danny Ho Fong
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of oversized restored bamboo cubed chairs by O Asian, Compton, California please look at pictures and video for overall condition and detail feel free to reach out with any ques...
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
Tetrad 'Solo' Leather Club Chair 1970's
By De Sede
Located in Hanover, MA
Gorgeous caramel colored soft leather lounge chair by Tetrad UK from their Solo collection. Square tufted loose cushions with whip-stitching on the arm pads. See our separate listi...
Leather
$12,800 / set
H 32 in W 38 in D 32 in
1970s Architectural Mid Century Modern Club Chairs in Cognac Leather
By Sapporo, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Mobil Girgi
Located in Saint Louis, MO
With that rich cognac leather color that any fashionable aesthete is familiar with and appreciates, these Italian Mid Century Modern Club Chairs offer a high art architectural silhouette and a divine sitting experience that once you've sample, you seek out. Designed to exceed expectations on both looks and feels, cares wash away as you sink into cushions with the perfect amount of give. The Italian leather is high quality. Supple and soft like a new pair of Gucci loafers. The contrast between the simple exterior square shell and the plush box tufted inner cushions is dramatic. Sophisticated. Modern. Arm cushions slope out at top and tuck the arms. The top of the seat back mirrors that slope providing neck support. Those sloped cushions scroll out of the square shell with a humble sense of abundance and overflow. A unique pair of Italian club chairs that seamlessly merge high design and lux comfort. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop - Custom Marble and Brass Geometric Screen from Viceroy Miami Karl Springer Style Tessellated Travertine and Brass Gazelle Sculpture Copper Coffee Table coming soon Alpaca Rug...
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
$2,094
H 35.44 in W 33.86 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Leather Club Chair, Upholstered 1960s-1970s, England-London
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage club armchair, upholstered 1960s-1970s leather Labeled from London. Full leather covered upholstered chair, vintage 1960s-1970s. The u...
Leather
Pair of leather club chairs
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Beautiful pair of vintage light brown leather club chairs from the seventies. Wooden ebonized legs. Rare: little size but great comfort. Very good condition.
Leather
$683Sale Price|60% Off
H 35.83 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
1970s Vintage Retro Dutch Coja Grey Leather Bentwood Arm Chair or Club Chair
By Coja Culemborg
Located in Markington, GB
1970s Dutch Coja Grey Leather Bentwood Armchair / Club Chair A striking vintage Coja armchair from the 1970s, showcasing the brand’s signature bentwood design combined with supple ...
Leather, Bentwood
1970s Lucite Chrome Animal Safari Floating Club Chair
By Pace Collection
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, floating lucite chair you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful chair is state...
Chrome
$840Sale Price|40% Off
H 33.47 in W 35.44 in D 33.86 in
1970s, Danish vintage club chair, original velour upholstery
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish high back armchair with loose backrest. Original upholstery in light green velour, very good condition. Legs - original wheels, brass springs in the seat. No smells. ...
Velvet
$3,248Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29 in W 33 in D 31 in
Pair 1970's Ultra Modern All Metal Framed Club Chairs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1970's Ultra Modern All Metal Framed Club Chairs/ Lounge Chairs. Very comfortable. These were acquired from a Bal Harbour estate - single ...
Metal
Pair Mastercraft Brass Asian Lounge Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a pair of iconic Mastercraft brass Chinese style horseshoe chairs that date to the c. 1970-1980. Both chairs are in excellent condition--their frames have been polished and t...
Brass
Pair of Mastercraft Brass Armchairs
By Mastercraft
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Mastercraft brass armchairs with upholstered seats. Some patina on the brass that can be polished. Vintage upholstery in good condition, reupholstery recommended.
Brass
Sold
H 32.5 in W 30.5 in D 30.5 in
MCM Pair Two-Toned Lounge Chairs by Mastercraft Original Green & Floral Fabric
By Mastercraft, Adrian Pearsall, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome MCM or Mid-Century Modern pair of lounge chairs by Mastercraft for their Holiday collection after Adrian Pearsall. They wear their original two-tone green & floral nubby linen-like fabric & have reversible seat cushions & tapered wood legs with front casters. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage & not new so will have signs of use & wear. The foam in the seat cushions has hardened & will need replaced. There are no zippers so if you intend to use the original fabric & would like us to add new foam & a zipper, we can do that at an additional charge. Please see photos & zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Jan 14, 1971. Wouldn’t it be wonderful after a difficult day to plunge yourself into a bed of flowers… the soft petals tickle your cheek as you inhale the sweet smell of the blended bouquet? Ahhhhh, relaxation… Well do we have the perfect pair of chairs for you!! Just look at this unique pair of mid-century modern chairs by Mastercraft for their Holiday Collection! They are in the style of the master of mid-century modern design Adrian Pearsall and they wear their original two-toned green & floral print nubby linen-like fabric, plus they have beautiful arm covers that look like they’ve never been used. They feature a reversible loose square seat cushion, one side features the floral print and the other is solid green, a fixed back cushion, and tapered wood legs with front casters. We even found a square patch of the original floral fabric that we will include in case you ever need a repair! There’s a bit of a gray area between traditional midcentury to mid-century modern and these fall within that gray space. Which also means they will blend in beautifully with many different styles. We can just see these chairs in a mountain abode or traditional style home, but they will look equally as awesome in your industrial loft or in a modern country style setting. They would also be wonderful in front of a fireplace in your cabin! Who needs their sweetie to bring fresh flowers home when you have this fabulous floral seating...
Metal
Pair of Brass Chairs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of by now iconic brass chairs. Modern lines with just the right amount of oriental flair to make them a Classic.
Pair of Barrel Back Occasional Club Chairs by Mastercraft Furniture
By Mastercraft
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful and rare pair of barrel back occasional chairs by Mastercraft furniture. These chairs have gorgeous wood trim and bases with brass feet and details on the legs. The back ...
Pair of Brass Asian Empress Style Armchairs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of brass Asian Empress Style inspired curved armchairs produced in Italy for Mastercraft furniture of Grand Rapids.
Brass