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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Amazing Burled Amboyna Brass Three-Piece Mastercraft Credenza Buffet Chinoiserie
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Amazing burled amboyna and brass three-piece chinoiserie Mastercraft credenza buffet. Wow! is what you will say when you see this stunning thre...
Brass
1975 Mastercraft Cabinet In White Lacquered Mahogany Wood, Chrome Plated Bronze
By Mastercraft, Tommi Parzinger
Located in North Miami, FL
This absolutely stunning very gloriously restored custom vintage Mastercraft white lacquered over mahogany wood long cabinet, buffet or console was a custom piece at the time of 1975. It originally had a stainlerss steel top that cpuld not be polished out so it was replaced with a wood top that was lacquered. This magnificent piece has door knocker chrome plated over bronze dramatic hardware. They have been all re plated over the bronze as was before. The base is aluminum and has been polished to near perfection. The hinges also have been chrome plated to match. The dramatic and heavy hardware on the doors gives the cabinet a great modern look. The door knockers have been re-chrome plated to match all the other areas. They are very heavy. While this cabinet has been attributed to the style and work of Tommi Parzinger it is a custom Mastercraft piece. This is now modern, fabulous and timeless. It is 101 inches long. There are 3 compartments; the one on the left has 3 drawers, the middle one has shelves and the end one has shelves and drawers. It becomes timeless and has drama with modernity to it. It is stellar! It is ready to be shipped and purchased. No wait in stock. Please note that this has had the highest level of restoration and is a very special cabinet that will transcend time. it is 101 inches wide and a monumental gorgeous cabinet...
Aluminum, Bronze, Chrome
1970s Mastercraft Burled Wood Console Table
By Mastercraft
Located in North Canton, OH
Extremely Rare Mastercraft Console Table. This one owner beauty had an original cost of over $27,000 in the 1970’s. It’s Massive and Magnificent. The m...
Wood
Mastercraft Burl Wood Brass Greek Key Detail Credenza Sideboard William Doezema
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible William Doezema designed Burl Wood, brass and metal credenza, Sideboard or Cabinet. Features 4 doors and 2 drawers, decorated with Brass Pulls, Borders and Metal Greek Key...
Brass, Metal
$5,880Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Coral Red Lacquer & Brass Mastercraft Asian Chest
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning coral red lacquer chest by Mastercraft. It features beautiful brass fittings and brass corner braces. It is sitting on a brass covered plinth base. Overall pretty Asian m...
Brass
Mastercraft Asian Style Two Door Cabinet
By Mastercraft
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage Mastercraft Asian style two door cabinet, perfect for a bar. The lacquered body is fitted with Chinosierie style brass hardware and decorated with a beautiful red poppy ab...
Lacquer
Stunning Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Brass Greek Key Credenza Midcentury
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Mastercraft amboyna burl and brass Greek key credenza buffet. This is one of those pieces that actually takes your breath away when you see it! Gorgeous from every angle and in wonderful vintage condition! A Berhard Rohne...