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.
1950s Vintage in the Manner of Paul McCobb X Base Ottomans - a Pair
By Mastercraft, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
In the manner of Paul McCobb - although these were purchased at an estate with signed Mastercraft and other pieces dating this era so I believe the are genuine. Paul McCobb's X-base...
Brass
$895
H 20 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Brass Ottoman Footstool style of McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Only 1 available. Fabulous satin brass ottoman - footstool- bench. Reupholstered in a vintage style 1960s weave fabric with fabulous coloring that contrasts greatly with the brass. S...
Brass
1950s Vintage Danish Rosewood Ottoman
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik
Located in London, England
Spottrup Mobler - Round Ottoman, 1950s 3-leg rosewood frame with round seat pad covered in new Italian bouclé wool fabric. Produced c1950s.
Bouclé, Rosewood
$2,695 / set
H 33 in W 25.75 in D 28 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman Circa 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Peabody, MA
A 1950s lounge chair and ottoman by Paul McCobb from his early Planner Group Line for Directional. Chair measures 33.75" high, 28" deep, 25.75" wide, 17" seat height. Ottoman measur...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,000Sale Price|40% Off
H 41.5 in W 29 in D 31 in
Paul McCobb Directional Nº 314 Wingback Lounge Chair Ottoman Mid-Century Retro
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Re-Upholstery required. Not usable as-is. Please ship directly to your Upholsterer, reupholstery is necessary. No woodworking necessary, the framing on chair and ottoman are tight, ...
Birch
Pair of Vintage "X" Frame Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique pair of vintage ottoman's feature stylish upholstered x-frame bases with added stretchers for support. Pouf style design adds to t...
Upholstery
Pair of Paul Laszlo Ottomans
By Paul Laszlo
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of Paul Laszlo ottomans. Green laquered notched legs with brass cross stretchers.
$1,295
H 12 in W 21 in D 21 in
Vintage Restored Stacked Bent Rattan Ottoman or Footstool Manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A beautifully sculptural vintage bent rattan ottoman featuring a stacked, layered design that gives it that bold, architectural presence manner of Paul Frankl. This piece has been r...
Upholstery, Rattan
1950s Italian Ottoman in Brass and Patterned Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stool or ottoman, lacquered brass, brass, fabric, Italy, 1950s This elegant Italian ottoman from the 1950s beautifully reflects the refined spirit of mid-century design. Its clean, ...
Brass
$1,495 / set
H 16.5 in W 24 in D 17 in
Pair T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Style Faux Bamboo Wood & Salmon Ottomans, 1950s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These fantastic ottomans are in the style of T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings, made in the USA around the 1960s - 70s. Featuring hardwood frames ornately carved into faux bamboo, they are stu...
Upholstery, Wood
$13,596Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.5 in W 25.6 in D 26.8 in
Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a rare and in exceptional condition Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, with original black leather cushions as well as a new set of new Maharam Sorghum brown cushions. Poul Jeppesen in Denmark c1950s and distributed by Illums Bolighus with solid rosewood for the frame, cane seating under black leather cushion seating. Perhaps the most famous design by Ole Wanscher, the Colonial Chair PJ 149 is inspired by 17th century English furniture...
Leather, Cane, Rosewood
Paul McCobb Mid Century Iron Stool
By Paul McCobb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb mid century iron stool. This stool measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 18 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in w...
Iron
$7,850 / set
H 17.25 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Set of 3 Paul McCobb Brass X Frame Ottomans or Stools - Holly Hunt Salmon Velvet
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 3 fully restored Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb model 1306 for Directional brass X base ottomans or stools , reupholstered in Holly Hunt Salmon colored velvet. Brass has been ...
Brass
1960s Vintage Mastercraft Brass Ottomans - A Pair
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Mastercraft brass ottomans are highly sought-after vintage pieces, celebrated for their luxurious materials and distinctive mid-century modern design. Produced by Mastercraft Furnitu...
Brass
Modern Brass Bench with Animal Print Pink Velvet by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant brass bench by Mastercraft with Greek key embellishments. The bench has been freshly upholstered in pink velvet featuring birds and tigers.
Brass
Leather and Brass Ottomans by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautifully propotion ottomans designed by Mastercraft in the 1970s. Newly reupholstered in this beautiful soft gold leather. Newly replated with an aged brass finished.
Brass
Bernhard Rohne Bench for Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Hamburg, PA
Acid etched brass bench designed by Bernhard Rohne. Blue velvet seat in good condition.
Brass