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.
Bernhard Rohne Mirror for Mastercraft Mid-Century Brass Mirror
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Bernhard Rohne mirror for Mastercraft mid-century brass mirror. This mirror measures: 31 wide x 1.25 deep x 54 inches high. This mirror is ...
Brass
$4,089
H 32.68 in W 39.38 in D 1.97 in
Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
A strong periwinkle frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano periwinkle art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and o...
Brass
$4,680 / item
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in
Murano Oval Pink Art Glass and Brass Mid-Century Console / 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 pin...
Brass
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
$2,080Sale Price|35% Off
H 49.5 in W 21.25 in D 0.75 in
Mid Century Brass Wall Mirror with Starburst Motif, 1960s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A 1960s mid-century modern wall mirror in rectangular form comprising a segmented brass frame with the top glass bearing a sunburst motif. Clean and understated, it works beautifully...
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
$5,265
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in
Murano Gold Color Glass and Brass Mid-Century Console / Wall Mirror, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
A strong gold color frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano gold art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and of excellent size, the wall mirror is a real design object. The structure of the wall mirror is in wood, where the gold color Murano glass is housed. The frame of the mirror is made up of a series of bricks, positioned one next to the other. The bricks...
Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood
$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
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid-Etched Brass Mirror
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
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
$1,752
H 23.63 in W 12.21 in D 1.97 in
Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 1990
Located in Roma, Lazio
A strong periwinkle frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano periwinkle art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and of excellent size, the wall mirror...
Brass
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
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 54 in W 31 in D 1.5 in
Acid Etched Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Mirror Mid-Century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Bernhard Rohne acid etched mirror for Mastercraft furniture Co. We have several pieces from this collection including the credenza, bar cart and dining table-please see our other 1s...
Brass
$4,100
H 37 in W 20.5 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Nickeled Silver Over Brass Wall Mirror, Fleur de Lis Designs
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous vintage Mid-Century Modern heavy textural mirror features alternate squares of two different raised designs. A Fleur de Lis meets a repea...
Nickel
Mastercraft Brass and Black Pedimented Mirror
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Hanover, MA
Mastercraft furniture model 241 Empire style framed beveled mirror in antiqued brass with black glass embellishments. See original page from Mastercraft catalog. Designed by William...
Brass
Sold
H 51.5 in W 32.5 in D 1.5 in
Mastercraft Bernhard Rohne Acid Etched and Black Lacquer Sculptural Mirror
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in North Miami, FL
The abstractions of acid etched designs by Bernhard Rohne frame the exterior of this substantial and timeless sculptural mirror. All of the etched panels are like separate works of...
Brass, Metal
Large Mastercraft Greek Key Mirror
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
Superb Mastercraft Greek Key framed mirror. Vintage 1970s - large scale (54.5" x 34.5"). patinated brass in Greek Key style with a heavy bevele...