Widely acclaimed for the range of case pieces he designed for Michigan manufacturer Mastercraft during the 1970s, metal artist and furniture designer Bernhard Rohne has been creating distinctive acid-etched brutalist furnishings, home accessories, sculptures and other works for decades. The German-born Vancouver-based designer’s cabinets, coffee tables, credenzas and more are statement pieces in any interior and can introduce contrast and vigor into living rooms and dining rooms.
Born in Peine, Rohne attended the WKS Hanover art school. It was in his material science class that Rohne immersed a small painted copper plate into a container of acid. After some time, he couldn’t detect whether or not any kind of chemical reaction had taken place, so he left the plate in the acid and went to lunch.
When Rohne returned, yellow clouds had filled the room and the school had to be evacuated. However, when he was able to retrieve the copper plate, Rohne saw that there had indeed been a reaction between the metal and the chemical. The incident, while most definitely dangerous, sparked his interest and set him on a path of material exploration and design that collectors and art enthusiasts continue to celebrate to this day.
Rohne moved to Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada in 1967. During the 1970s, Grand Rapids-based furniture manufacturer Mastercraft — known to collectors of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design — partnered with Rohne and produced a large group of case pieces featuring applied brass plaques and panels, acid-etched with forms and patterns that are marked by the influence of Abstract Expressionism and Geometric Abstraction.
For his best known pieces, Rohne worked with brass, aluminum, copper and zinc metal sheets, which he oxidized and etched in order to create fascinating surface panels for his walnut console cabinets and sideboards that, with their patinated bronze and black lacquer doors, are sculptural attention-grabbing works in today’s interiors.
Rohne’s work, like many pieces of brutalist furniture and sculptures designed by him or like-minded metalworker Paul Evans, remains popular with interior designers and can lend unique, eccentric, human notes to an art and design collection in any home.
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Mastercraft Etched Bronze Burlwood Console or Writing Desk 6 Ft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A stylish Mid-Century Modern bronze, brass and burl walnut console table or writing desk designed by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The piece features a str...
Brass, Bronze
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Metal & Glass Brutalist Coffee Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A one of a kind Brutalist style Mastercraft coffee table by Artist Bernhard Rohne features acid etched brass panels set into an ebonized wood table frame with brass piping and temper...
Metal, Brass
Brutalist Coffee Table with Etched Copper & Oak in the manner of Bernhard Rohne
By Bernhard Rohne
Located in London, GB
Coffee designed in the 1960's by Bernhard Rohne, is produced by W. Redecker in the late 1960s. This table features an incredibly intricate surface made with innovative etching and p...
Copper
$1,677Sale Price|40% Off
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Trefoil Trifoliate Clover Pedestal Drum Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Mastercraft trefoil trifoliate clover shaped pedestal drum table base in original lacquered faux parchment finish with double band o...
Brass
$1,139Sale Price / item|39% Off
Circa 1970s Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Trefoil Lacquered Pedestal Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare circa 1970s Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft trefoil pedestal table, featuring a luxurious black lacquered finish with signature oxidized brass etching...
Brass
Brass and Etched Bronze End Table by Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in San Mateo, CA
Side table by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft. This has brass cabriolet legs with a lacquered wood frame top that is inset with etched bronze panels. The glass in this table is not or...
Brass
$2,850Sale Price|25% Off
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
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass Hexagonal Pedestal Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
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
Brass Dining Table by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Brass drum table base beautifully designed by Bernard Rohne for the Mastercraft Company. However, geometric to the eye, this substantial piece could be used as a dining table base (s...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Dining Table, Circa 1970s
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency dining table By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970s Acid etched brass, with ebonized wood, and beveled mirrored gla...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne Acid Etched Expandable Dining Table with Cabriolet Brass Legs
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Mid century brutalist acid etched expandable dining table by designer Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft. All of Rohne's pieces are one of a kind each with distinctive acid etched golden...
Brass
Mastercraft Brass & Burl Walnut Console Table by Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in North Miami, FL
This burled walnut and brass console table by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft, features a wonderful textured brass inlay in crackled finish. Brass column pedestal legs and a GREAT scale.
Brass
Mid-Century Mastercraft by Bernhard Rohne Brass Dining Table, 1970’s
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Mastercraft dining table original from the 1970’s. The base is made in black lacquered wood with Bernhard Rohne acid etched brass panels. Each open square is supported by...
Brass
$4,620Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Modern Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Acid Etched Coffee Cocktail Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Mid-Century Modern Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched drinks coffee table. Please note the del...
Brass
Mastercraft Etched Brass Console by Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Console designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft. We replaced the glass shelf with a smokey tempered glass. Console measures 63.5" wide, 18.5" deep and 26.5" high.
Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Lacquered Etched Brass Dining Table with 1 Leaf
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Mid Century Lacquered Etched Brass Panel Expanding Dining Table with 1 Leaf This table measures: 71.25 wide x 43.75 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a c...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Burl Wood and Acid Etched Brass Dining Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency extension dining table By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft USA, 1970s Burled Carp...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft MCM Lacquered Etched Brass Expanding Dining Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Mid Century Lacquered Etched Brass Panel Expanding Dining Table This dining table measures: 84 wide x 47 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a chair clearan...
Brass
1970's Pair of Acid Etched Brass Side Tables by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in North Canton, OH
Extraordinary Pair of Acid Etched Brass Side Tables from Mastercraft. A Bernhard Rohne design exclusively for Mastercraft Furniture. Incredibly difficult to find a pair of these. Si...
Brass
$4,250Sale Price|22% Off
Monumental Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft Dining Table, USA, 1960s
By Bernhard Rohne
Located in Miami, FL
Detailed etched brass and wood dining table in brass and wood by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft.
Brass
Grain Painted Side Table / Pedestal
Located in Seattle, WA
Faux painted side table or stand with generous shelf behind door. great detail all the way around.
Wood, Paint
Italian Travertine Side Table or Pedestal, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Large Italian pedestal or side table, handcrafted out of travertine, fabricated in the 80's. It can be used inside or outside the house. It is made of beautiful travertine. Please t...
Travertine
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolling Writing Desk or Console
Located in Trenton, NJ
A versatile vintage teak table distinguished by its architectural simplicity, broad rectangular work surface, slab-form side supports, and integrated casters. The restrained composit...
Teak
Pair of Stainless Steel Pedestals by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of heavy chrome-plated, stainless steel pedestals by Mastercraft, circa 1960s. Dining table height could be used a dining table supports, console or individual tables. Each is...
Stainless Steel
Sleek Black and Brass Console Table by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Console Table made by the Mastercraft Company, circa 1960s. It is a versatile size and would make a great console or sofa table. It would even make a fine bar, with it's d...
Brass
$2,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 19 in W 16 in D 16 in
Pair of Mastercraft Brass Side Tables, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of brass side tables by Mastercraft, circa 1970. Chinese Chippendale forms in brushed brass with glass tops. Versatile size could be used as side tables or end tables. Want to s...
Brass
Mastercraft Burnished Brass and Glass Console Sofa Hall Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mastercraft burnished brass and glass 60" long console sofa hall table. Item features a burnished brass finish, inset beveled glass top, clean modernist lines, quality craftsmanship,...
Brass
$1,695
H 29 in W 30 in D 16 in L 29 in
Baker Furniture English Regency Rosewood Console or Petite Writing Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous English Regency style console table, entry table, or petite ladies writing desk By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Rosewood, with satinwood string inlay, and original ...
Brass
Brutalist Oak Coffee Table with Tiled Top
Located in London, London
A substantial brutalist coffee table with tiled top, dating to the 1960s–70s, notable for its weight, texture and sculptural construction. The solid timber frame is formed from thic...
Ceramic, Oak
Large Acid etched copper coffee table
Located in London, GB
A large signed acid etched and fire oxidised copper coffee table , had hammered copper sheets standing on a rectangular dark wood base C. 1970s Germany.
Copper
Brass and Acrylic Floor Lamp End Table
By Stiffel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brass and acrylic floor lamp end table. Needs a new shade.
Brass
$2,400
H 16 in W 62.5 in D 24 in
Brutalist Heinz Lilienthal Attr. Coffee Table or Bench in Wenge & Etched Copper
By Heinz Lilienthal, Heinz Lilienthal Werkstatten 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Possibly unique, this coffee table or bench was probably a Heinz Lilienthal work, featuring details consistent with his work. Built to exacting standards, its construction quality is...
Copper
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in Dm 54 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass Hexagonal Pedestal Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
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
$7,500 / set
H 24.5 in W 32 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Mastercraft End Tables by Bernard Rohne
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Classy Mastercraft end tables by Bernard Rohne. Very practical for space. Can be placed in a variety of positions. Also can be used as a bar cart or server. These do Need to have s...
Brass
Mastercraft Console Table Designed By William Doezema
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Houston, TX
Mastercraft Console Table Designed By William Doezema. Offered is a shapely black lacquer and brass console table desgined by William Doezema for Mastercraft in the 1980's. This time...
Brass
Mastercraft Brass & Burl Three-Drawer Console Table, 1970s
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Hamburg, PA
A signed 1970s Mastercraft console from Grand Rapids, Michigan — the Mid-Century Modern/Hollywood Regency mix of patinated brass and figured burl at the Doezema factory. A 72-inch b...
Bronze, Brass
Mastercraft Etched Brass Bar Cart by Bernhard Rohne
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Bar cart was designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft. We replaced the glass shelves with tempered glass. Most of the brass has been polished. The black lacquered oval insets are...
Brass
Sold
H 29.25 in W 65.75 in D 43.75 in
Brass Desk / Table with Glass Top, Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft, USA, c. 1970s
By Bernhard Rohne
Located in Deland, FL
This striking Mid-Century dining table or desk, designed by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft, exemplifies the bold sophistication of 1970s design. Crafted with an acid-etched brass sur...
Brass
Sold
H 32 in W 38 in D 22 in
Vintage Acid Etched Brass and Glass Bar Cart by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Imagine hosting your friends and family with this stunning vintage acid-etched brass bar cart by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft, crafted in the 1970s. This exquisite piece features a...
Metal, Brass
Elegant Mastercraft Burl & Brass Slender Console
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Mastercraft Burl & Brass Slender Console. Unusual slim size. Please request additional photos. Brass has overall wear and patina.
Burl
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
Sold
H 29.5 in W 84 in D 47 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Acid Etched Brass Dining Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency dining table By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970s Acid etched brass, with ebonized wood, and beveled glass top. ...
Brass
Bernhard Rohne Mastercraft Square Cocktail table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Southampton, NJ
Gorgeous and Rare Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Cocktail table in very good vintage condition. Came from a beautiful home and was well taken care of. Photographed on each side. No ...
Glass
Sold
H 29.25 in W 84.25 in D 47 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Acid Etched Brass Dining Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency dining table By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970s Acid etched brass, with ebonized wood, and beveled glass top. ...
Brass
Sold
H 29.5 in W 84 in D 47.5 in
Mid Century Mastercraft Berhard Rohne Dining Room Table Acid Etched Brass Inlay
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in West Hartford, CT
Table only with inset glass top and rare, coveted acid etched brass and lacquer body. An iconic mid century masterwork. Age appropriate wear. Does not extend. When a table has bee...
Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Sold
H 17.5 in W 54.75 in D 29 in
Bernhard Rohne Acid-Etched Brass Cocktail Table for Mastercraft, 1970s
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
This sophisticated cocktail table designed by the famed artist Bernhard Rohne and realized for the esteemed American maker, Mastercraft, circa 1970s. This truly is a piece of functio...
Brass
Sold
H 29.5 in W 84 in D 47.5 in
Mid Century Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne Dining Room Set Acid Etched Brass Inlay
By Bernhard Rohne
Located in West Hartford, CT
The table has an inset glass top and rare acid etched brass and lacquer body. The matching chairs, which have some age appropriate wear, are adorned in black lacquer with gold accent...
Textile, Velvet, Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Sold
H 16 in W 40 in D 38 in
1960s Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid-Etched Brass Coffee Table Mid Century
By Bernhard Rohne
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the 1960s by Bernhard Rohne, this table features an incredibly intricate surface made with innovative techniques and metal construction customary of boutique furniture re...
Brass
Brass and Glass Dining y Table Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Hudson, NY
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Dining Table having glass inserts table height 29 1/2 t x 43 1/2" d x 72" w open with extension inset 29 1/2 t x 43 1/2" d x 115 1/2" w Dining ...
Brass
Sold
H 29 in W 109.25 in D 46 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl and Brass Dining Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency extension dining table By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970...
Brass