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.
$3,500 / set
H 16.5 in W 30 in D 18 in
Pair of Aged Brass Faux Bamboo Occasional Tables by Mastercraft.
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of occasional tables by Mastercraft. These tables consist of the aged brass faux bamboo frames, with new 1/2" thick beveled smoked inset glass tops.
Brass
$2,850Sale Price|26% Off
H 24.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid-Etched Brass Lamp Table or Side Table, 1970s
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1970s brass lamp / side table or game table base (with glass top) features acid-etched artistry by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft. Similar to the 'Trilobi' tables, also by Master...
Brass
$20,200
H 16.54 in W 27.96 in D 27.96 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-03-C Triangular Side Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritual I...
Teak
$39,900
H 18.9 in W 34.26 in D 30.32 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-03-A Triangular Side Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritual I...
Bamboo, Teak
$4,865 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 17.72 in
Quartz Inlaid Side Table with Sculptural Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Quartz, Brass
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Side Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Organic single root reclaimed teak wood side table. Polished with a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Both usable and sculptural. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organic Design.
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
$7,250 / item
H 23.63 in W 21.07 in D 15.75 in
Shagreen Side Table with a Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Base by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$6,400 / item
H 23.63 in W 15.56 in D 10.24 in
Shagreen Sculptural Side Table with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$6,700 / item
H 25.6 in W 15.75 in D 10.24 in
Shagreen Sculptural Side Table with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$7,250 / item
H 23.63 in W 21.07 in D 15.75 in
Shagreen Side Table with a Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Base by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Presidential Seal with Calvin Coolidge Signed Document
Located in Houston, TX
Signed document signed by Calvin Coolidge with an attached president seal. There is a photo of Calvin Coolidge on top of the document. The second signature is by Frank Kellogg. The w...
Paper
