Mastercraft Seating
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.
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Creator: Mastercraft
William Doezema for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Dining Chairs, Six
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six mid-century modern Hollywood Regency dining chairs
By William Doezema for Mastercraft
USA, 1970s
Beautiful burled Carpathian elm wood frames, with brass deta...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Brass Dining Chairs on Casters by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Danville, CA
Set of Four Brass Club style Dining Chairs with Mohair upholstery by Mastercraft. The casters are new replacements as original. The set has been freshly upholstered in a luxurious Mo...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Steel
Mastercraft Brass Chinoiserie Garden Seat
By Mastercraft
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a classic Mastercraft brass Chinoiserie-style garden stool in the Phoenix & Bamboo pattern. The stool is in excellent condition having been newly polished.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Mastercraft Brass High Back Dining Chairs circa 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six high back brass framed dining chairs by Mastercraft, circa 1960s.
The arm chairs measure 24.75" wide x 23.25" deep x 39.5" high...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair BERNARD ROHNE for MASTERCRAFT Gondola Klismos Legged Burled Chairs 6 Avail
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Hudson, NY
Very Rare and stunning pair of sculptural curved leg dining / side chairs by Mastercraft. These chairs are solid and heavy yet have a light and delicate design. The gondola style cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Italian Brass Barrel Back Lounge Chair by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Classic well built asian inspired lounge chair produced by Mastercraft in the early 1970s. It features a heavy brass framing with the original decorator fabric. Ready for use.
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Mastercraft Silk Velvet Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. These ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been newly modified and professiona...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
"The Imperial Chair" Set of Eight by Weiman/Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Set your interior space up for drama and infuse style into your dining room with this gorgeous set of classically styled modern dining chairs. Known as the 'Imperial Chair' series mo...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft Brass & White Fabric Empress Lounge Chairs
By Warren Lloyd, Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Warren Lloyd, these chairs were manufactured in Italy by Mastercraft, famous now for their extremely high construction quality and various brass piece. These chairs are c...
Category
1970s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Six Mastercraft Brass Bamboo Imperial Dining Chairs, Italy - 12 available
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six available. Upholstery of the ones listed not bad, but may prefer to reupholster.
Brass show age. Patina and wear to the finish. I noticed one ding to the back leg. Otherw...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
"Imperial" Dining Chair by Weiman/Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in San Francisco, CA
"Imperial" faux bamboo brass chair by Mastercraft, Circa 1975. Very sophisticated design side chair or desk chair made from high quality materials and execution. Newer Pierre Frey st...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Ultra Rare 1950's Neoclassical Dining Chairs from Mastercraft
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in Hartville, OH
Extraordinary set of 6 Neoclassical William Doezema Designed Mastercraft Dining Chairs. Recent Professional Upholstery. Ultra Rare set purchased from the original owners. (matching d...
Category
1950s American Neoclassical Revival Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mastercraft Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency dining chairs
By William Doezema for Mastercraft
USA, 1970s
Sculpted burled Carpathian elm wood frames, with uphol...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Burl
Magnificent Set of 12 Dining Brass Chairs by Weiman/Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Completely installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service ava...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft Brass & Pink Fabric 'Empress' Lounge Chairs
By Mastercraft, Warren Lloyd
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Warren Lloyd, these chairs were manufactured in Italy by Mastercraft, famous now for their extremely high construction quality and various brass piece. These chairs are c...
Category
1970s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Restored Set of Eight Lacquered Dining Chairs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
References to ancient architectural details distinquish this contemporary neo-classic design by Mastercraft Furniture Co. A rare suite of eigh dining chairs in absolutely amazing con...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Accent Lounge Chair by Weiman / Warren Lloyd
By Weiman/Warren Lloyd, Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern brass accent lounge chair by Weiman / Warren Lloyd.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringin...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Brass Greek Key Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs Set of 8
By Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
If you have anything to say, say it while sitting next to a friend in one of these outstanding brass Mastercraft Greek Key Dining Chairs f...
Category
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Neoclassical Style Mastercraft Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. Ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been professionally restored and upholstered in very nice coral colored faux le...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Bronze
Magnificent Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Weiman/Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Completely installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service ava...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Brass Dining Armchairs with Grandma Fabric, circa 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This super cute set of dining armchairs by Mastercraft feature a brass base with light patina and a very unique and interesting fabric that features light pink and baby blue flowers ...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Seven Faux Bamboo Brass Chairs By Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Toronto, ON
This set of seven "Imperial" all brass faux bamboo style dining chairs were made in Italy and distributed by Mastercraft of Grand Rapids, Michigan. They consist of a set of six
plus...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Eight Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Paisley Velvet Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of eight exotic amboyna burl and dark brown with grey paisley velvet dining chairs. Klismos style legs, tall backs and ample seats create a dining chair with style as well as com...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Amboyna
Set of 6 Brass Dining Chairs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in North York, ON
Set of 6 brass patinated dining chairs by Mastercraft. Original brass frames newly upholstered in a Classic Italian chestnut butter soft leather. Brass frames and leather have aged p...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mastercraft Brass Rectangular Benches Stools
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Mastercraft antiqued brass finish rectangular shaped benches or stools with newer off white pleated upholstery.
Category
1980s American Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Metal
Mastercraft Burl and Brass Extendable Dining Table and Six Chairs
By William Doezema, Mastercraft, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1960s dining table and six chairs designed by William Doezema for Mastercraft retailed by Charak of Boston. Briar root burl veneer although frequently identified as Amboyna. ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft "Empress" Chair
By Mastercraft, Weiman/Warren Lloyd
Located in Richmond, VA
Beautiful 1970's patinated brass lounge chair designed by Weiman / Warren Lloyd for Mastercraft, made in Italy.
Recently reupholstered in a rich olive green textured chenille. Brass ...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Unusual Pair Mastercraft Asian Horseshoe Back Brass Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Mastercraft brass Asian style horseshoe back lounge chairs. These pair are quite unusual and different from all the other Mastercraft Asian style lounge chairs...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Acid Etched Armchair in Brass by Bernhard Rohne, circa 1970's
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Troy, MI
Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Acid Etched Armchair
Rare armchair designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft circa 1970s
Brass frame with sloped tufted seat in original champagne velvet...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Stunning Set of Six William Doezema Biedermeier Dining Chairs for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning set of 6 William Doezema Biebermeier Amboyna dining chairs for Mastercraft. This set retains it's original black leather in nice vintage condition but the foam looks to be c...
Category
1960s American Biedermeier Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Leather, Cane, Amboyna
Pair of Decorative Forged Solid Brass Barrel Back Chairs by Mastercraft MINT!
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Decorative Forged Solid Brass Barrel Back Chairs by Mastercraft MINT!
New upholstery, wrap around barrel back stile back.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bronze Base Armchairs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of armchairs by Mastercraft. Manufactured manufactured in Spain in the 1970s. This pair does need to be rebuilt and reaupulstered. Is excellen...
Category
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Set of Fourteen Mastercraft Faux Bamboo Brass "Imperial" Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Set your interior space up for drama and infuse style into your dining room with this gorgeous set of classically styled modern dining chairs. Known as the 'Imperial Chair' series mo...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair Mastercraft Asian Inspired Faux Bamboo Brass Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair Asian-inspired Mastercraft modern lounge chairs with brass frame and vintage cushions. The curved brass arms and back are faux bamboo, with horizontally scrolled...
Category
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Amboyna & Brass Spoonback Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by William Doezema, these elegant dining chairs by Mastercraft feature burl amboyna wood frames inlaid with brass detailing. There are 2 model 832 arm chairs, 4 model 831...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Asian Inspired Faux Bamboo Brass Lounge Chair, Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Asian-inspired Mastercraft modern lounge chair with brass frame and vintage cushions. The curved brass arms and back are faux bamboo, with horizontally scrolled...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Eight Mid-Century Mastercraft Brass Dining Chairs with Tufted Upholstery
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning set of eight mid-century brass Mastercraft dining chairs. These chairs feature antiqued brass frames with arms and gorgeous tufted velvet upholstery. The chairs have thei...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide x 19.75 deep x 41.75 high, with a seat height of 18 inches
Each captain chair measur...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Burl
6 Mastercraft Burled Amboyna Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Hartville, OH
Spectacular set of Mastercraft Burled Amboyna Dining Chairs consisting of 4 side chairs and two arm chairs. Recent contemporary upholstery shows pri...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Amboyna
1970s Mastercraft Brass Barrel Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Mastercraft
Located in Hartville, OH
Extraordinary set of Brass Barrel Back Arm/Dining Chairs from Mastercraft. Arguably the rarest of Mastercraft Dining Chairs and an incredible find. Needing Upholstery, new foam and w...
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Burl Wood 1970's Dining Chairs by Mastercraft, set of 4
By Mastercraft
Located in Phoenix, AZ
4 Burl wood dining chairs by Mastercraft, circa mid 1970s. These all-original examples have stunning grain and cut velvet upholstery. Chairs are priced at $4,000 for set of 4.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Burl
Mastercraft Amboyna Wood Brass Trim Oval Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mastercraft Amboyna wood brass trim oval back dining chairs - set of 4. Item
features (4) side chairs, upholstered oval backs, shapely sabers legs, brass trim, solid wood frames, qu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
1970s Ultra Rare Ebano Veneer Dining Chairs From Mastercraft - Set of 8
By Mastercraft
Located in Hartville, OH
Ultra Rare Brass Inlaid Ebano Veneer Dining Chairs from Mastercraft. Aged Upholstery. Extraordinary design. Age appropriate patina. These are gorgeous in person. Chairs are unmarked....
Category
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Mastercraft Imperial Armchairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four Mastercraft imperial armchairs by Weiman/Warren Lloyd, made in Italy, circa 1975 Brass frames with cotton velvet seat and back button ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Dining Chairs New Upholstery
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gorgeous newly upholstered dining chairs by Mastercraft.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Seating
Set of Six Amboyna and Brass Mastercraft Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous set of six Mastercraft amboyna and brass dining chairs. Set consists of two armchairs and four side chairs. Side chairs measure 44.25" T x 19" W x 21" D and the armchairs ar...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Brass and Silk Greek Key Armchairs by Mastercraft Set of Four
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Brass and Silk Greek Key Armchairs by Mastercraft. The chairs have silk upholstery.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Mid Century Tall Arch Back Clean Cream Upholstery Dining Chairs Quality
By Dunbar Furniture, Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 8 Mid Century Tall Arch Back Clean Cream Upholstery Dining Chairs Quality MINT!
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each chair measures: 22 wide x 19.5 deep x 41.5 high with a seat height of 18 inche...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mastercraft Seating
Materials
Wood
Mastercraft seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Mastercraft seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mastercraft seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Mastercraft were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Henredon, Design Institute America, and Weiman. Prices for Mastercraft seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $895 and can go as high as $67,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,200.
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Questions About Mastercraft Seating
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mastercraft Furniture Co. is no longer made, as the company closed in 1985. While it was still operating, the furniture maker produced its pieces at its own factory in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Shop a selection of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Because Mastercraft Furniture Co. is no longer in business, you will need to buy vintage furniture from the brand. You can shop local vintage and thrift shops or look for listings from auction houses. Mastercraft furniture is also available from reputable online platforms. You'll find a selection of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify Mastercraft furniture, look for the signature features of their designs. The furniture maker often finished pieces in veneers made of exotic hardwoods like burl, fruitwood, yew and amboyna. Brass trim is a characteristic of many of their pieces. Find a range of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, the Mastercraft Furniture Co. is no longer in business. The company permanently closed in 1985. While in operation, the company's headquarters were located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can shop a variety of expertly vetted Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
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