Pair of Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid-Etched Brass Side Tables by William Doezema, 1970s

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An exceptional and increasingly collectible pair of Mastercraft low tables, circa 1970s, combining the refined structural design of William Doezema … Read more An exceptional and increasingly collectible pair of Mastercraft low tables, circa 1970s, combining the refined structural design of William Doezema with the unmistakable decorative artistry of Bernhard Rohne.
Executed in a luxurious mix of acid-etched brass, ebonized framing, inset glass tops, and sculptural brass outswept legs, these sophisticated tables exemplify the glamorous restraint that made Mastercraft one of America’s most celebrated luxury furniture makers.
While William Doezema designed the elegant table form—with its graceful low profile and architectural silhouette—it is the richly detailed Bernhard Rohne acid-etched brass panels that transform these into something truly special. Rohne’s etched surfaces, celebrated for their layered figural and architectural imagery, blur the line between furniture and decorative art and remain among the most sought-after elements within the Mastercraft canon.
The combination of warm brass, rich black framing, and floating glass tops creates a highly photogenic effect, equally suited to Hollywood Regency, Palm Beach, Asian Modern, glamorous contemporary, and curated maximalist interiors.
Ideal as end tables, sophisticated bedside tables, or statement accent pieces, this rare matching pair offers a compelling opportunity to own an important designer collaboration from the golden era of American luxury furniture.
These work beautifully alone, but become especially compelling when paired with companion Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft console or cocktail tables, creating a layered designer interior with true provenance.
Design: William Doezema
Decorative Panels: Bernhard Rohne
Maker: Mastercraft Furniture
Origin: United States
Period: Circa 1970s
Style: Hollywood Regency / Asian Modern / Glamorous Modern / Neoclassical Influence
Materials: Acid-etched brass, ebonized wood, inset glass, brass legs
Dimensions:
17"H x 22"W x 18"D See less