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.
Mastercraft Burl and Brass Wall Mirror by Bernhard Rohne
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
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
$1,849 / item
H 24.41 in W 19.69 in D 1.58 in
Modern Wall Mirror Lake 4 with Brushed Brass Base by Noom
By NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
"Lakes" is a nature-inspired collection of sculptural mirrors designed by French designers Maryna Dague and Nathan Baraness. The collection takes its name from the shorelines of lake...
Statuary Marble, Marble, Travertine, Onyx, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel...
$4,975 / item
H 46.07 in W 25.99 in D 1.97 in
Murano Pink Glass and Brass Console Mirror / Wall Mirror, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Stunning mirror in blazing pink color Murano glass, Venice. A mirror that alone will furnish your home environment. The mirror has a rear structure in wood, on which four Murano gla...
Brass
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
H 33.75 in W 52.5 in D 2.25 in
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
$2,750
H 51.5 in W 32.25 in D 1.5 in
Vintage Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass & Ebonized Mirror
By Mastercraft
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 51.5 inches high x 32.25 inches wide x 1.5 inches deep. An exceptional and highly sought-after vintage acid etched brass mirror designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraf...
Brass
$3,800
H 52.48 in W 33.75 in D 2.25 in
Vintage Acid-Etched Brass Wall Mirror by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Glamorous wall mirror designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft (ca. 1970s, Grand Rapids, MI USA). Composed of beveled glass framed by Rohne's s...
Brass
Pair of Slim Mastercraft Brass Wall Mirrors
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of vertically oriented tall and narrow racetrack oval wall mirrors by Mastercraft in solid brass frame with faux bamboo elements and distinctive brass appliqué motif on textured...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid-Etched Brass Mirror
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Oceanside, US
Dramatic acid-etched brass mirror designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft, circa 1970s. The frame features Rohne’s distinctive abstract etched brass work, marked by layered moveme...
Brass
Octagonal Shape Red Lacquered Burl Wood Wall Mirror
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1980’s octagonal shape red stain lacquered burl wood wall mirror. Measurements: 39” high, 27.5” wide, 1.5” deep.
Wood, Lacquer
Bernhard Rohne Mirror for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bernhard Rohne acid etched mirror for Mastercraft furniture co. Offered at Gallery Girasole
Brass
$2,328
H 20.87 in W 12.41 in D 1.58 in
Pocket Watch Beveled Wall Mirror in Brass and Garnet Velvet, 1950s
By Fornasetti
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Brass and Garnet Velvet Fornasetti Pocket Watch Mirror, Italy 1940-1950s Nicely constructed in brass and hanging from a garnet velvet ribbon. Large size and beveled glas...
Metal, Brass
Willy Rizzo Brass and Burlwood Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Willy rizzo brass and burled veneer mirror 1970s. Elegant mirror by Willy Rizzo refine with beautiful veneer and brass frame.
Brass
$2,634
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 0.79 in
Romeo Rega Brass and Burl Large Smoked Mirror for Nazaret, Signed, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega, Nazaret
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique large rectangular mirror in a beautiful combination of solid brass and poplar burl. This incredibly elegant piece was designed by Romeo Rega and produced by Naza...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Sold
H 50.5 in W 32 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Acid Etched Brass Mirror by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated wall mirror designed by Bernard Rohne and realized for the esteemed American maker, Mastercraft, circa 1970. The brass interior of the frame features organic and f...
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Brass Mirrors
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of mid century brass Mastercraft wall mirrors. The pair are very tall at 56.5". The pair are a compliment on many walls and entry ways. ...
Brass
Aged Brass Beveled Mirror by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful 1970s aged brass beveled mirror by Mastercraft. The mirror is in original condition, so it shows minor wear consistent with age. Meas...
Brass
Sold
H 50.5 in W 32 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Acid Etched Brass Mirror by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated wall mirror designed by Bernard Rohne and realized for the esteemed American maker, Mastercraft, circa 1970. The brass interior of the frame features organic and f...
Brass
Bernard Rohne Acid Etched Mirrors for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Acid etched brass mirrors with brass frame detail and cathedral cut design, wood backed, well-constructed and heavy as only Mastercraft can do them.
Brass
Brass Mirror by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Brass Mirror by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
Brass