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.
Large Brass Wall Mirror with Etched Bronze by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This gorgeous brass wall mirror is a 1970's masterpiece designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft. A large beveled mirror, framed by a substantial, solid brass frame with an acid e...
Bronze, Brass
$6,800 / item
H 48 in W 33 in D 2.75 in
Smoked Bronze Octagonal Faceted Murano Glass & Brass Wall Mirrors, Italy
By Michel Contessa
Located in Miami, FL
Smoked bronze octagonal faceted Murano glass & brass wall mirrors, Italy Ready to ship from our Miami gallery, this handcrafted Italian Murano glass wall mirrors features octagonal s...
Brass
$6,800 / item
H 45 in W 33.5 in D 2.5 in
Smoked Bronze Rectangular Faceted Murano Glass and Brass Wall Mirror, Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Smoked bronze rectangular faceted Murano glass and brass wall mirror, Italy contemporary Ready to ship from our Miami gallery, this handcrafted Italian Murano glass wall mirror featu...
Brass
$949 / item
H 27.96 in W 18.12 in D 0.71 in
Quadris Rectangular Modern Mirror with a Brass Frame, Large
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Modern rectangular mirror with an elegant solid brushed brass frame. Part of the charming Quadris™ collection, designed and handcrafted in London, UK. Our mirrors are designed with...
Brass
$1,141 / item
H 27.96 in W 18.12 in D 0.71 in
Capsula Capsule Pill Shaped Modern Mirror with Bronze Patina Brass Frame, Large
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Alguacil & Perkoff Capsula™ capsule / pill shaped mirror with a handcrafted bronze patina brass frame. Made in London, UK. This mirror is fully customisable. Fitted with an integrat...
Mirror
$7,800 / item
H 60 in W 33 in D 3.5 in
Large Smoked Bronze Rectangular Faceted Murano Glass & Brass Wall Mirror, Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Large smoked bronze rectangular faceted Murano glass and brass wall mirror, Italy contemporary Ready to ship from our Miami gallery, this handcrafted Italian Murano glass wall mirro...
Brass
$1,512 / item
H 38.19 in W 18.9 in D 0.71 in
Quadris Rectangular Bronze Modern Mirror with Bronze Patina Brass Frame, XL
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Modern rectangular mirror with an elegant solid bronze patina brass frame. Part of the charming Quadris collection, designed and handcrafted in London, UK. Our mirrors are designed...
Brass
$3,775 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.62 in
Mid-Century Style Illuminated Wall Mirror with a Brass Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Vintage N.4 Art deco inspired freeform mirror with an elegant brushed brass full frame and front illumination inspired. Handcrafted in London, UK using pure solid brass. Mirror dime...
Brass
Italian Wall Mirror, Large
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and relatively large Italian wall mirror, circa mid-20th century, 1940s - 1950s, Italy. This rectangular mirror has chrome corner detail and etched design on its mirrored...
Chrome
Mastercraft Burl and Brass Wall Mirror by Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique lacquered burl wood mirror features brass trim, and acid-etched brass detail. This large Bernhard Rohne mirror makes this vintage mod...
Mirror, Burl
Large Italian Etched Glass Mirror 60" x 40"
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Stunning Italianate art deco rectangular mirror with etched glass frame panels with rosettes.
Mirror
$3,301
H 41.54 in W 24.02 in D 0.99 in
Vintage Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame, 'circa 1950s', Large
Located in London, GB
Midcentury Italian wall mirror with brass frame (circa 1950s). The mirror is classically-shaped and distinctive in a Modern style. It is in good overall condition with just a slight ...
Brass
$1,895
H 56 in W 20 in D 2 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass Tall Wall Mirror, 1970s
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency wall mirror By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970s Acid etched brass, with black lacquered trim. Measures: 20"W x ...
Brass
Sold
H 51 in W 31.5 in D 1.75 in
Greek Key Style Mastercraft Brass Mirror, Faux Bamboo Hollywood Regency
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Breathtaking Hollywood Regency brass Mastercraft mirror. The frame is fashioned in the style of bamboo stalks to add an eastern flare. Hollywood Regency and Asian modern meld togethe...
Brass