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.
Mid-Century Modern Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Acid Etched Drinks Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this Mid-Century Modern Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched drinks coffee table A good looking well made and de...
Brass
Brass Dining Table by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Brass drum table base beautifully designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft. Tremendous beveled edge glass top with faceted edges. Would make a great entry foyer table base as well.
Brass
$2,950
H 18.5 in W 48 in D 24 in
Mid Century Modern Mastercraft Style Two Tiered Brass and Glass Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A Mastercraft style two tier coffee table that embodies the bold mid century sophistication associated with Mastercraft Furniture. Clean architectural lines meet luminous materials, ...
Brass
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in Dm 54 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass Hexagonal Pedestal Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Chicago, IL
Artistic Mastercraft hexagonal pedestal table base finished in brass corners and Bernhard Rohne acid etched panels mounted to a wood frame. Th...
Glass
Mastercraft Brass Mid Century Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mastercraft brass mid century coffee table Table measures: 38 wide x 38 deep x 16 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call ...
Brass
Swedish Mid-Century Expandable Adjustable Height Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
MCM Swedish table in Teak, 1960s. This clever coffee table converts to a game/dining table with an easy-to-use expandable function. Leaves can be pulled out both at coffee table and ...
Teak
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.25 in W 40 in D 40 in
Wonderful Brass Widdicomb Mastercraft Square Coffee Table Mid Century Modern
By Mastercraft, John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful John Widdicomb square brass coffee table. We love the sleek modern design with the beveled glass top. This piece measures 17.25” t x 40” w x 40” d.
Brass
$1,326Sale Price|30% Off
H 15.75 in W 36 in D 36 in
Heywood-Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Wheat Finish, 1960s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
There's a rich, deep, aged honey patina on this wheat finish birch / maple. We achieved a a near perfect muted grain and color match to the top surface that we delicately restored. This sleek, study, understated and classic modern coffee table embraces mid-century minimalism design. The "X" base with intersecting spanners adds an appealing architectural elegance that remains timeless to this day. Sculpted, and assembled with no visible hardware. This restored Heywood-Wakefield 392-G square coffee table is an elegant expression of mid-century minimalism, crafted in the signature wheat-maple finish that has made the brand so revered. It measures approximately 36 inches by 36 inches (91 × 91 cm) across the top, and stands about 15.75 inches (40 cm) high — a scale that delivers both generous surface area and low, relaxed visual impact. The design is beautifully composed: a square tabletop with softened edges floats above an intersecting “X”-base, with crossed stretchers that add structural elegance and visual interest without heaviness. The wheat finish has a muted grain: blond tones, subtle warmth, and a light yet rich surface that reflects light softly while grounding surrounding furnishings. The craftsmanship is clean: wood joints are refined, hardware is concealed, allowing the form and wood grain to speak. Because of its proportions and design, this piece works beautifully in a range of interiors. It can anchor a sprawling seating area in a living room, serve as the central gathering point in a lounge, or provide surface and sculptural presence in modern or Scandinavian-light-wood interiors. Its square silhouette allows symmetry in layout; its wheat finish harmonizes with wood tones, brass or matte metal accents, soft upholstery, and even minimalist or muted color palettes. We're certain you won't find a more sublime vintage rendition of this coffee table anywhere. Stamped by the maker with illegible date. Good overall vintage condition. Top has been professionally refinished by our in-house cabinet shop.Only very minor age appropriate imperfections remain on the legs and spanners. Heywood Wakefield Coffee Table...
Maple
$4,800
H 15.36 in Dm 51.19 in
Stunning 1970s 'Mastercraft', Acid Etched Brass Table by Sculptor Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful 1970s acid etched brass coffee table in a highly attractive octagon form by sculptor Bernard Rohne for 'Mastercraft', U.S.A. This artisan crafted table features a beauti...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Mastercraft, Circa 1975
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid Century-Modern coffee table designed by Bernhard Rhone for Mastercraft. Mid 70s.
Glass, Lacquer
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Coffee Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Germantown, MD
Stunning Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft coffee table clad in brass and Bernhard Rohne's acid etched banding. Beautiful high quality glass top. Measures 45" round and 16.5" tall.
Brass
Mastercraft Coffee Table Designed by Bernard Rohne
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Sculptural lacquered pedestal with etched brass detail and glass top. Designed by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft.
$2,950
H 17 in W 42 in D 42 in
Classy Mastercraft Burl Coffee Table by Bernhard Rohne Manner of Milo Baughman
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Classy Mastercraft Burl Coffee Table by Bernhard Rohne This coffee table has a big designer die-cut hole for a glass insert. Manner of Milo Baughman. Requires glass to be made for t...
Wood
Sold
H 24 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Mastercraft Brass Side Tables, with Inset Glass Top
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass Mastercraft side tables, with beveled glass top.
Brass
Master Craft Occasional Side Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Chicago, IL
Mastercraft diminutive drink table, acid etched motif with inset bevelled glass and solid brass cabriole legs. Shown with Dunbar bench, sold separately.
Brass