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.
William Doezema for Mastercraft Mid-Century Modern Sideboard Credenza, 1970s
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet. By William Doezema for Mastercraft USA, 1970s Beautiful burled Carpathian elm wood, with inlai...
Brass
Romweber Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Burl Wood and Brass Sideboard Credenza
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Romweber USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous burled Carpathian elm wood, with brass trim and origi...
Brass
Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Walnut Sideboard Credenza, Circa 1970s
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Carved book-matched walnut, with original Asi...
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Sideboard, Credenza, or Bar Cabinet, Refinished
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet In the manner of Milo Baughman By Lane Furniture USA, 1970s Beautiful book-matched burled olive wood, with ash w...
Ash, Burl
William Doezema for Mastercraft Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Sideboard
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By William Doezema for Mastercraft USA, 1970s Beautiful burled Carpathian elm wood, with inlaid...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Burl Wood and Acid Etched Brass Dresser
By Mastercraft, Bernhardt
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency triple dresser or credenza By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970s Burled Carpathian elm wood, with acid etched bras...
Brass
Mastercraft Burl Wood and Brass Greek Key Credenza Sideboard William Doezema
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
A Classic Mastercraft Mid Century Modern credenza or sideboard designed by William Doezema. Exquisitely made burl wood and brass greek key mountings. Mastercraft fabric tag inside th...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Credenza by William Doezema for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A striking example of 1970s American luxury, this exceptional credenza was designed by William Doezema and masterfully crafted by Mastercraft, a manufacturer celebrated for blending ...
Marble, Brass
Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl Wood and Brass Sideboard Credenza, 1970s
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet. Terrific ash burl grain. By William Doezema for Mastercraft USA, 1970s Burled Carpathian elm wood...
Brass
1970s Vintage William Doezema Burled Amboyna Wood and Brass Mastercraft Credenza
By Mastercraft
Located in North Canton, OH
Spectacular Example of this Regency Burled Credenza/Buffet from famed Mastercraft. Impeccable Brass work inset into the four Burled doors like only Mas...
Amboyna
Mastercraft Burl Wood Brass Greek Key Detail Credenza Sideboard William Doezema
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible William Doezema designed Burl Wood, brass and metal credenza, Sideboard or Cabinet. Features 4 doors and 2 drawers, decorated with Brass Pulls, Borders and Metal Greek Key...
Brass, Metal
William Doezema for Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Credenza
By Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
William Doezema for Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Credenza This credenza measures: 80 wide x 20 deep x 31.25 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Areas of Minor Stain...
Brass
