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.
$521Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 21.25 in W 24 in D 24 in
Pair of Late 20th Century Brass and Glass Side Tables
By Leon Pace
Located in Trenton, NJ
This pair of late 20th century brass and glass side tables reflects a clean, geometric approach to decorative furniture design. With circular frames, inset glass tops, and open cylin...
Metal
Pair of 20th century brass and glass side tables
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 20th century brass and glass side tables circa 1970. Elegant brass frames with round straight legs, inset smoked glass tops. Ideal for use in many rooms around the home, su...
Brass
Pair of Modern Karl Springer Design Glass and Brass Side Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
These modern Karl Springer design glass and brass side tables are a stylish addition to any home. The sleek brass base and the black glass top create a striking combination and add a...
Brass
$2,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 19 in W 16 in D 16 in
Pair of Mastercraft Brass Side Tables, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of brass side tables by Mastercraft, circa 1970. Chinese Chippendale forms in brushed brass with glass tops. Versatile size could be used as side tables or end tables. Want to s...
Brass
Pair of Italian Regency Style Brass and Glass Side Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a pair of elegant Italian Hollywood Regency style brass and glass side tables. These create a stylish look, adding a touch of sophistication to any room. Very nice!...
Brass
$2,532Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 20.08 in W 19.69 in D 16.15 in
Pair of 20th Century Brass and Glass Occasional Tables
Located in London, GB
A mid-century pair of brass tubular etageres, with X-stretcher and raised glass tops. Height 51.00cm Width 50.00cm Depth 41.00cm
Brass
$3,434
H 22.05 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
20thC Pair Of Brass, Chrome & Glass Side Tables By Belgo Chrom, Belgium c.1970
By belgochrom
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A 20th Century classic pair of metal and brass end tables by Belgian designers Belgo Chrome. These square tables feature mirrored glass tops and each includes a single drawer. ADDIT...
Brass, Chrome
$1,450 / set
H 21.25 in W 23.75 in D 15.75 in
A Pair of Midcentury Maison Jansen-style Brass and Glass Side Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer are a pair of Midcentury, Maison Jansen-inspired patinated solid brass side tables with smokey glass tops. Hallmarks of this style epitomized in these pieces include the cle...
Brass
$3,800 / set
H 17.72 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Brass & Glass Side Tables by Guy Lefèvre for Maison Jansen, France 1970s
By Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage coffee table attributed to Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen, 1970`s ca, France. Quality Neoclassical style geometric brass square frame with a glass shelf. Both smoked brown g...
Brass
Pair of MCM Mastercraft Brass Side Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
The Pair of MCM Mastercraft Brass Side Tables is a set of stylish and elegant furniture. Crafted from brass with bamboo from legs and a g...
Brass
Pair of Tessellated Fossil Stone and Inlaid Brass Side Tables
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of tessellated fossil stone and inlaid brass side tables. Glass tops bordered by brass trim. Canted corner legs feature brass inlaid elon...
Brass
Two Italian Modern Brass and Glass Nesting Tables
Located in Chicago, IL
Polished brass nesting tables with double ferrule detailing that begins at the top of each leg and continues to the beautifully shaped feet. The smaller nested table has both a glass...
Pair of Italian Marble and Brass End Tables
Located in Chicago, IL
Each table consists of two parallel marble panels separated by bronze risers cast with the appearance of four segments. Beneath the lower marble panel are four casters for easy mobility. Upper marble panel is fixed to the riser by cast bronze pineapple finials. All four lushly patterned Italian marble...
Marble, Brass
Brass Gallery and Carrara Marble Regency X-Base Side Tables
Located in Chicago, IL
Solid brass and Carrara marble end tables with Regency styled acanthus leaf detailed baluster style legs and X stretcher supports. Pierced gallery top surround. Most probably a custo...
Carrara Marble, Brass
Henredon Brass and Ivory Lacquer End Table with Glass Top
By Henredon
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant side table with solid brass caps, feet, rectangular upper stretchers, and lower X-stretcher. The legs are solid wood with fresh ivory lacquer. A very unusual piece of glas...
Brass
Postmodern Brass and Glass End Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Excellent Postmodern design with the four three-sided column legs securely attached through the 3/8" glass top by solid brass discs. Patinated brass finish and X-form support.
Brass
