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.
Two Neoclassical Brass Vitrine Cabinets by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Bold but elegant, these eye-catching Vitrines, bookcases or china cabinets designed and produced by Mastercraft circa 1970s. Exceptionally fine quality, brass-clad frames with black ...
Brass
Pair of Mastercraft Brass Display Cabinets
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Offered is a pair of Mastercraft vitrines with highly polished lacquered brass along with two main compartments: two adjustable glass shelves in the top section and one in the lower ...
Brass
Mastercraft Neoclassical Brass and Glass Vitrine Cabinet
By Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mastercraft Neoclassical Brass and Glass Vitrine Cabinet This cabinet measures: 40.5 wide x 16 deep x 87 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a controlle...
Brass
$7,800 / item
H 84 in W 34 in D 15.5 in
One Pair Master Craft Brass Clasical Vitrine With Glass Shelves Lit Per Cabinet.
By Company of Master Craftsmen
Located in Buchanan, MI
Offered is a pair of Mastercraft vitrines with highly polished lacquered brass along with two main compartments: two adjustable glass shelves in the top section and one in the lower ...
Brass
$3,200
H 86 in W 36 in D 17 in
Mastercraft Dome Shape Top Two Doors Glass Shelve Display Curio Cabinet Showcase
By Mastercraft, Established Lines
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mastercraft Dome Shape Top Two Doors Glass Shelve Display Curio Cabinet Showcase MINT
Brass
$65,000 / set
H 80.71 in W 63 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Art Deco Vitrines, 1930, French, Materials: Wood, Mirror and Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Mirror, Wood, Glass
$7,800 / item
H 84 in W 34 in D 15.5 in
One Pair Master Craft Brass Clasical Vitrine With Glass Shelves Lit Per Cabinet.
By Company of Master Craftsmen
Located in Buchanan, MI
Offered is a pair of Mastercraft vitrines with highly polished lacquered brass along with two main compartments: two adjustable glass shelves in the top section and one in the lower ...
Brass
$13,750 / set
H 84 in W 32 in D 16 in
Mastercraft Pair of American Mid-Century Brass & Glass Curio Cabinets
By Mastercraft
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century curio / display cabinets with polished lacquered brass frames, two compartments containing two adjustable glass shelves in the top section and one in the...
Brass
$14,550 / set
H 84 in W 36 in D 16 in
Pair Modern Black Lacquered & Brass Curio Display Cabinets by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Mastercraft black lacquered, brass and glass display cabinets or vitrines. These beautiful cabinets feature a burnished brass over a black lacquered frame, three adjus...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne Pair Mastercraft Display Cabinet Vitrines
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Mastercraft illuminated display cabinet - Vitrines designed by Bernhard Rohne. Very well cared for in very good to excellent condition. Mastercraft was an old school United st...
Brass
Vintage Display Cases Vitrines by American of Martinsville, Set of 3
By American of Martinsville
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering one of our recent Palm Beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Set of 3 vintage display cases...
Brass
1970s Vintage Wall Display Cabinet with Dry Bar, Brass & Glass
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage 3 Piece 1970s wall display...
Brass
Henredon Vera Cruz Vitrine Display Case Buffet Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering one of our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions of A Henredon Vera Cruz...
Glass, Wood
French Display Cabinet Giltwood Hand Painted Curio
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Gold Leaf
Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinets by JOHN STUART
By John Stuart
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Glass, Wood
Huge Lucite Display Bar Cabinet Etagere 1970s
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Lucite, Glass
