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.
Mastercraft Burl and Brass Extendable Dining Table and Six Chairs
By Mastercraft, Charak Furniture Company, William Doezema
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1960s dining table and six chairs designed by William Doezema for Mastercraft retailed by Charak of Boston. Briar root burl veneer although frequently identified as Amboyna. ...
Brass
Mastercraft Dark Burl Walnut Oval 4x20" Leaves Dining Table 6 Chairs Set MINT
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Dimensions: Table: 46” x 70” x 29” Leaves: 4 x 20” with an extended table length of 150” Chair: 21” x 21” x 66”
Burl
Set of 8 Neoclassical Style Mastercraft Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. Ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been professionally restored and upholstered in very nice coral colored faux le...
Bronze
$32,958Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 37.8 in W 17.33 in D 19.3 in
Set of 8 Walnut & Leather Dining Chairs with Extendable Table by André Sornay
By Andre Sornay
Located in Paris, FR
An exquisite set of eight dining chairs and extendable table from the 1930s by notable french designer André Sornay, meticulously restored to their original splendor. Made out of r...
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Lovely Dining Set, Four Chairs and a Dining Room Table
Located in New York, NY
This set includes a dining room table that includes an attachment. The table is approximately 53 inches long, but the extension adds 16 inches, making it nearly 70 inches in length. ...
Wood
$3,947
H 29.25 in W 74.25 in D 43.5 in
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 74.25 wide x 43.5 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25.25 inch...
Brass
Vintage Burl Wood Dining Room Set by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
You’ll know it the instant you see it. This is the dining set that changes everything. The table, crafted for Thomasville, stands as a testament to mid-century vision and artistry. ...
Brass
$2,195Sale Price / set|21% Off
H 39.5 in W 24.75 in D 23.25 in
Set of Six Mastercraft Brass High Back Dining Chairs circa 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six high back brass framed dining chairs by Mastercraft, circa 1960s. The arm chairs measure 24.75" wide x 23.25" deep x 39.5" high...
Brass
Set of Four Brass Dining Chairs on Casters by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Danville, CA
Set of Four Brass Club style Dining Chairs with Mohair upholstery by Mastercraft. The casters are new replacements as original. The set has been freshly upholstered in a luxurious Mo...
Steel
Set of 8 Mastercraft Silk Velvet Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. These ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been newly modified and professiona...
Brass
$7,425 / set
H 29.5 in W 19.5 in D 17.5 in
Kai Kristiansen, Set of Six Teak, Model 31 Dining Chairs & Matching Dining Table
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen. A set of six teak framed, Model 31 dining chairs with curved upholstered backs and a matching rectangular teak dining table, very sleek and compact but spacious wh...
Teak
$6,600 / set
H 30 in W 68 in D 44 in
Broyhill Brasilia Dining Table & Chairs in Walnut & Pink Upholstery w/ 3 Leaves
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderful dining set by Broyhill Brasilia. This set includes the classic Brasilia base table with three 12" leaves, and 6 recently reupholstered chairs, 2 armchairs, 2 side chairs. T...
Upholstery, Walnut
$3,995 / set
H 41.5 in W 19.5 in D 24.75 in
William Doezema for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Dining Chairs, Six
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six mid-century modern Hollywood Regency dining chairs By William Doezema for Mastercraft USA, 1970s Beautiful burled Carpathian elm wood frames, with brass deta...
Brass
$5,995
H 29.25 in W 78.25 in D 50 in
Karges Burl Walnut Georgian Style Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Karges Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Karges Burl Walnut Georgian Style Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 78.25 wide x 50 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25 inches, each leaf ...
Walnut, Burl
Sold
H 29 in W 105.75 in D 43.25 in
Mid Century Modern Baker Style Brass & Glass Dining Table & Eight Chairs, 20th C
By Mastercraft
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Modern dining set by Mastercraft in the manner of Baker offers brass and glass table with eight tall back tapestry chairs, maker label as photographed, 20th century Me...
Brass
Mastercraft Brass Faux Bamboo Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Denton, TX
Massive Mastercraft brass base faux bamboo dining table with thick beveled glass top. Original Made in Italy label still attached. Base measures: 55.25 L x 27.5 D x 28.25 H.
Brass
Sold
H 28 in W 83.5 in D 47.75 in
Stunning Mastercraft Double "Trilobi" Pedestal Brass and Glass Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful Hollywood Regency Mastercraft double brass "Trilobi" pedestal dining table from the 1970s, 3/4" glass has beveled edge. Beautiful Patina, minor scuffs to the bases, really ...
Brass
Mastercraft Amboyna & Brass Dining Table
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by William Doezema, this refined model 869 dining table by Mastercraft features burl amboyna wood with brass trim details. With the installation of three 20" leaves it exten...
Brass
Sold
H 28 in W 83.5 in D 47.75 in
Stunning Mastercraft Double "Trilobi" Pedestal Brass and Glass Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful Hollywood Regency Mastercraft double brass "Trilobi" pedestal dining table from the 1970s, 3/4" glass has beveled edge. Beautiful Patina, minor scuffs to the bases, really ...
Brass
Long Mastercraft Table & Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful brass and glass dining table with 10 feet in length, or 6.5 feet without leaves. Fitting 8 brass dining chairs. Chairs: 22.5"w, 21"d, 33"h, seat height 18.5" Table: 43"d,...
Brass
Mastercraft Mid-Century Bleached Mahogany Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Mastercraft round bleached mahogany dining table with burl elm parquetry design top on tapered square legs with cop...
Mahogany
Sold
H 30 in W 71 in D 46 in
Mastercraft Chinoiserie Regency Dining Table, Etched Brass, Bernard Rhône, 1970s
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunningly gorgeous, ornate acid-etchwork to brass inflated on ebony frame with 1’’ beveled crystal glass top, comes with single 33" leaf, extendable. Designed by Bernard Rhône...
Brass
Original Vintage Mastercraft Aged Brass Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in North York, ON
Original vintage Mastercraft aged brass dining table. Rich patinated finish with original glass top and glass pullout extensions. I...
Brass
Mastercraft Double Pedestal Brass and Glass Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful Mastercraft double brass pedestal dining table from the 1970s, 3/4" glass has bevelled edge. Minor scuffs to the bases. Can be shipped with or without the glass, same price...
Brass
Flawless Double Brass Pedestal Mastercraft Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Southampton, NJ
These brass Mastercraft pedestals are new old stock. They were originally purchased in 1993 but never used, or even opened, until this Month. They were put in storage all those years...
Brass
Beautiful Acid Etched Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Dining Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Southampton, NJ
Beautiful and well kept Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Dining Table. This table is in great condition with no broken or bent pieces. Glass is chip free. Etching still shiny and brigh...
Brass