McGuire Furniture Company
Like so many artists and designers, husband and wife John McGuire (1920–2013) and Elinor Stevenson (1914–2005) became masters in their trade by accident. For the founders of McGuire Furniture Company, well, furniture wasn’t actually in the plans.
The couple met just before the start of World War II (during which John was in the U.S. Navy and Elinor was a navigation instructor) and got married after it ended. They settled down in San Francisco where John held a couple of jobs — among them selling newspaper ads for the San Francisco Examiner while Elinor worked for Boeing Aircraft. Soon, an old Navy buddy of John’s asked him to help sell a bunch of rattan furniture and, needing the money, John agreed. His side business became so successful that John decided to quit his ad-sales job and work full-time in design.
In 1948, McGuire Furniture Company was born. Alongside the mid-century modern furniture designs then gaining popularity in the United States, John introduced an unconventional idea: traditional armchairs, stools and tables made of natural materials such as bamboo, which was strong yet could be rendered pliable when steamed, that were intended for the indoors rather than the front porch.
The brand’s first success was the now famous Director’s X-Chair by Leonard Linden. The military-campaign-style solid oak folding chair launched in 1956 and saw rattan binded with rawhide strips and a high-grade leather slug seat and back that eliminated the need for a plush cushion. Elinor, too, designed some of the brand’s popular pieces, such as 1968’s Cracked Ice chair. With its rattan oval back a dazzling celebration of geometric forms that give it its charming moniker, the Cracked Ice chair was an instant classic and is one of the brand’s most recognizable designs.
Today, McGuire and another American furniture manufacturer, Baker Furniture Company, comprise Baker Interiors Group. McGuire remains true to the founders’ ideals and commitment to crafting the kind of organic modern furnishings that are synonymous with the warm and relaxed feel of California design. The company has collaborated with interior designers Steven Volpe, Orlando Diaz-Azcuy and Nicole Hollis, and, as of 2019, its luxury furnishings share a 16,500-square-foot showroom with Baker’s in San Francisco. Some of the earliest McGuire Furniture Company designs are part of the permanent collection at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
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Creator: McGuire Furniture Company
Set of Four McGuire Campaign Style Cerused Directors Chairs
By McGuire, Leonard Linden
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of four midcentury Campaign-style directors chairs by Leonard Linden for McGuire. The chairs feature a whitewashed or Cerused finish on the oak. Embellished with leather raw...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Brass
Chic Restored Pair Modern Cathedral Back Loungers by McGuire, circa 1975
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. New cu...
Category
1970s North American Organic Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rattan
Vintage McGuire California Circular Glass & Bamboo Dining Table, USA, circa 1970
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in London, GB
Vintage McGuire California Circular Glass & Bamboo Dining Table, USA, circa 1970
Circular glass top dining table constructed in iconic McGuire California leather wrapped bamboo.
Exc...
Category
1970s American Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Glass
McGuire Organic Modern Woven Bamboo Rattan and Hardwood Lounge Chair
By McGuire
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional organic modern X-base lounge or club chair
By McGuire
USA, circa 1990s
Woven bamboo rattan, with hardwood frame and ivory upholstery.
Measures: 25.75" W x ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Hardwood
Davis Allen Coffee Table by McGuire
By Davis Allen, McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome design by Davis Allen design for McGuire of San Fransisco was created to accompany the "Square" sofa and lounge chairs. It is executed in rattan and cane wicker with a ...
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Glass
Round Wheat Bamboo Sheaf Base Coffee Table Mid-Century Modern McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern white wash finish bamboo sheaf base coffee table by McGuire.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo
McGuire Midcentury Hollywood Regency Bamboo Rattan Coffee Table, circa 1970s
By McGuire
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency rattan cocktail table or occasional side table
By McGuire
USA, circa 1970s
Rattan and laminate
Measures: 31.88" W x 31.88"...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Rattan, Laminate
Bamboo Coffee Table by McGuire, 1980s
By McGuire
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage bamboo 'sheaf of wheat' coffee table with a smoked glass top.
Produced by McGuire.
Good condition.
Lovely timeless piece.
1980s, United States
Dimensions:
Hei...
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo, Smoked Glass
Pair of Laced Rawhide Lounge Chairs form the Antalya Collection by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of laced rawhide lounge chairs form the "Antalya Collection" by McGuire Furniture of San Francisco, circa 2010s. The Antalya lounge chair is one of the most iconic pieces o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Resin, Upholstery
Large Elegant Restored Vintage Circular Dining or Center Table by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional large circular dining or center table by McGuire, circa 1980. Stout, heavy steel frame construction veneered in bamboo; leather wrapped detail in the iconic McGuire fa...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Steel
Midcentury McGuire Faux Bamboo Bar Cart
By McGuire
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Dynamic faux bamboo bar cart with well grained oak panels, reed wrapped corners, finished all around, recessed casters and slide out service space. Signed McGuire in the drawer.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Reed, Oak
Beautiful Oak, Rattan and Cane Commode by McGuire, circa 1970- Pair Available
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
A ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Brass
Organic Vintage Bamboo Dining Table Sheaf of Wheat Mc Guire c 1970
By McGuire
Located in Vienna, AT
Organic vintage sheaf of wheat bamboo dining table or center table by Mc Guire circa 1970 United States.
Inspired by nature the table shows an organic shape l...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo, Glass
McGuire Mid-Century Modern Bamboo and Handwoven Leather Top Side Table Stool
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Original McGuire bamboo handwoven leather top side table, end table, bedside table, stool with leather bindings.
McGuire metal tag is attached underneath.
ALL American Classic.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Bamboo
Sleek Meticulously Restored Cream Lacquer Commode by McGuire, circa 1970
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Brass
Pair of McGuire "Marview" Rattan Lounge Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Dallas, TX
Asian inspired pair of "Marview" bamboo rattan cube form lounge chairs by McGuire San Francisco. Created in the California organic modern taste featuring a decorative open fretwork d...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
John McGuire Octagonal Spotted Bamboo Dining Table Base
By John McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Beautiful Natural Spotted Bamboo Dining Table Base designed by John McGuire for McGuire San Francisco (now Baker McGuire). This large organic modern octa...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Iron
Set of 8 McGuire Bleached Rattan Chinoiserie 'Pagoda' Dining Chairs
By McGuire, Pierre Deux
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 8 McGuire Bleached Rattan Chinoiserie 'Pagoda' Dining Chairs
A beautiful set of 8 McGuire Bleached Rattan Chinoiserie 'Pagoda' Dining Chairs, each embodying timeless elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. Standing 39 inches tall, 20 inches wide, and 22 inches deep, these chairs feature arched trellis backs with a subtle bleached/whitewashed finish, adding a touch of sophistication to any dining space.
The seat height, without the cushion, measures 17.5 inches, while with the custom crisp and colorful Pierre Deux blue and yellow plaid cushions, the seat height extends to a comfortable 19.5 inches. The cushions enhance both the comfort and visual appeal of these already stunning chairs.
Structurally sound and sturdy, this set of dining chairs is ready to be placed and used in your home. Their classic Chinoiserie design seamlessly blends with various interior styles, making them a versatile addition to any dining room decor.
Crafted with McGuire's renowned attention to detail, these chairs promise both durability and style. Whether for everyday dining or special occasions, this set of McGuire dining chairs...
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Willow
Set of Eight McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Balboa Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Architectural set of eight rattan dining chairs made in the organic modern style by McGuire. The set consists of six side chairs and two armchairs measuring 22 inches wide. Known as the Balboa chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Vintage McGuire Cerused Rattan Lounge Chairs with Ottomans – Set of 4
By McGuire
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a beautiful set of two chairs with ottomans designed by John McGuire, circa the 1990s. McGuire designs mix incredible materials, forms, and textures to ...
Category
1990s American Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Hardwood
1970 McGuire Bamboo console 1970, with leather bindings and wooden top
By McGuire
Located in Roma, RM
Bamboo console #McGuire 1970, with leather bindings and wooden top.
Product details
Dimensions: 129 W x 83 H x 35 D
Production: McGuire, 1970
Category
1970s Italian Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Bamboo
Pair McGuire MCLM45 Rattan Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 2 McGuire armchairs featuring lattice style leather seats and back. The model #MCLM45 rattan chair displays a backrest and seat woven in rawhide. X-shaped accents held between...
Category
1970s British Colonial Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Rattan
Vintage McGuire Rattan and Wicker Umbria Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 2 Piece Set
By McGuire
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage McGuire Rattan and Wicker Umbria Lounge Chair with Ottoman Newly Upholstered in Plush Zebra Velvet - 2 Piece Set
Rare, vintage organic modern rattan and wicker oversized...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wicker
McGuire Rattan Dining Table with Glass Top
By McGuire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful McGuire mid century Rattan dining or side table with 48" glass. The base is in very good condition and is a heavy and substantial piece in look and weight. a compliment t...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo, Glass
1980s McGuire, Rattan, Mahogany, Leather and Brass Tiered Side Table
By McGuire
Located in Germantown, MD
Massive 1980s McGuire tiered side table made out of jumbo rattan, faux rattan, mahogany and leather laces. This John and Elinor McGuire designed side table features two drawers, flan...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Brass
Bamboo Bundled Wheat Sheaf Side Table by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A chic bamboo side table by McGuire. The classic wheat bundled form can also be used with a glass top.
Category
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo
Barbara Barry for McGuire Hollywood Regency Organic Modern Rattan Club Chair
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Organic Modern x-base armchair or club chair
By Barbara Barry for McGuire
USA, Circa 1990s
Rattan frame...
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
McGuire San Francisco Woven Leather Slipper Chairs, Upholstered Loose Cushions
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
McGuire San Francisco woven leather slipper chairs, upholstered loose cushions
Offered for sale is a pair of rare McGuire of San Francis...
Category
Late 20th Century American McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Classic Mid-Century Modernist, Regency Coffee / Cocktail Table by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modernist, Hollywood Regency coffee / cocktail table by McGuire of San Francisco. Beautiful bundle of wheat form constructed of bamboo, age appropriate wear. Hand...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo
Modern Regency Bamboo Sheaf of Wheat Occasional Table / Pedestal by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid Century Modernist, Hollywood Regency occasional table by McGuire of San Francisco. Beautiful bundle of wheat form constructed of bamboo, minor scratches to top. Please check additional listings for coffee table, dining table and end table...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company
Materials
Bamboo
Mcguire Furniture Company furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
McGuire Furniture Company furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of natural fiber and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of McGuire Furniture Company furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by McGuire Furniture Company were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by John and Elinor McGuire, Kreiss, and John McGuire. Prices for McGuire Furniture Company furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $695 and can go as high as $42,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,750.
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