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 High Gloss Black Laquer and Brass Sideboard, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored sideboard by Mastercraft. It is pill shaped and an iconic design. This is a high gloss black lacquer with shelving on one side ...
Brass
$17,500
H 29 in W 80 in D 18 in
Elegant Black Lacquer and Polished Brass Sideboard/Credenza by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
A stunning piece of late mid-century design by the great Mastercraft in Grand Rapids. Proportionally exceptional, embodying a "pill" shape with rounded ends, although long visually i...
Brass
$5,800
H 29.14 in W 78.75 in D 16.54 in
Midcentury Black Lacquered Italian Credenza with Gold Leaf Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury black lacquered credenza with a sets of drawers and shelves, red lacquered inside. Gold leaf glass top.
Wood, Lacquer
$18,500
H 30 in W 76 in D 20 in
Breathtaking Black Lacquered and Brass Credenza or Sideboard by Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning and distinct black lacquered and brass detail credenza or sideboard by Mastercraft. Meticulous attention to detail and superb construction, with graphic geometric door ...
Stone, Brass
$9,709
H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 21.66 in
Modern Midcentury Style Black Glass and Brass Sideboard or Credenza
Located in Rome, IT
Very fine handmade sideboard by a master artisan. Brass frame with handmade and hand-cut black glass , four doors with fish shaped brass handles.
Glass, Wood
$9,709
H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 21.66 in
Modern Midcentury Style Black Glass and Brass Sideboard or Credenza
Located in Rome, IT
Very fine handmade sideboard by a master artisan. Brass frame with handmade and hand-cut black glass , four doors with fish shaped brass handles.
Glass, Wood
$9,709
H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 21.66 in
Modern Midcentury Style Black Glass and Brass Sideboard or Credenza
Located in Rome, IT
Very fine handmade sideboard by a master artisan. Brass frame with handmade and hand-cut black glass , four doors with fish shaped brass handles.
Glass, Wood
$32,950
H 31 in W 90.75 in D 19.75 in
Jean Claude Mahey Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, France, 1970
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Dallas, TX
A truly spectacular and very rare sideboard was designed and handcrafted by French designer Jean-Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois, 1978. This features brass detailing around the drawers, doors, base and top adds glamour throughout. Consists of two center doors which open to shelved storage and two upper drawers. Two cocktail compartment doors on either side that swing open in the most surprising unusual and artistic way. The piece has been professionally re-finished by our restoration team in high gloss mirroring...
Brass
$6,557
H 30.52 in W 95.28 in D 19.69 in
1970s French Black Lacquered High Gloss and Brass Sideboard by Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A super sleek and luxurious French sideboard by JC Mahey for Masion Romeo which dates from the 1970s. High gloss black piano lacquer contrasting against the brass detail is simply ...
Brass
1980s Black Lacquer Credenza From John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in North Canton, OH
Striking Smokey Black Lacquer shaved corner Credenza with spectacular Brass Hardware and recessed Brass plinth base by John Widdicomb. Even the inside of the drawers are gorgeous on ...
Lacquer
Vintage American of Martinsville Black Lacquered Brass Hardware Buffet Credenza
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An American of Martinsville buffet credenza. This vintage storage cabinet features a full black lacquered body with brass hardware accents. This credenza features doors on either sid...
Brass
Barbara Barry for Baker Modern Fluted Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Barbara Barry for Baker fluted sideboard credenza. This lovely modern cabinet features a wonderful fluted exterior design. The fluted design combine...
Wood
Vintage Postmodern Burlwood Sideboard Credenza Cabinet
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage postmodern burlwood credenza. This wonderful cabinet features a simple modern design, with a blonde wood construction with burlwood accented top, and dark wood accents. Thi...
Wood
Vintage Mastercraft Black Lacquered Glass Top Brass Accent Dining Table w Leaves
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Mastercraft black lacquered dining table. 1970s Mastercraft furniture is beautifully crafted and handsomely designed. This table ...
Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Bernhard Pedersen & Son Danish Teak Wood Credenza Sideboard with Hutch
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 1960s Bernhard Pedersen & Son credenza sideboard with hutch top. This is a stunning vintage Danish cabinet in wonderful vintage condition. This piece is a gorgeous example ...
Teak
Contemporary Modern Dark Wood And Beige Console Table With Bench
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Contemporary Modern Dark Wood and Beige Console Table with Bench. This table is ideal for an entryway or living room, especially because of th...
Metal
