Ficks Reed Seating
American
Somewhat of an overlooked icon of American design, Ficks Reed was founded by Louis Ficks in 1885 as the National Carriage and Reed Company, a New York purveyor of wicker baby carriages. By the turn of the century, however, the company had moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, and, under the auspices of Ficks Reed, began manufacturing furniture with wicker, rattan and bamboo.
Over the coming decades, Ficks Reed would benefit from an increased interest in Asian imports, as evidenced in everything from the growing popularity of chinoiserie wallpaper and Chinese porcelain to the Japanese influence in Frank Lloyd Wright’s modern architecture.
The brand was also bolstered by partnerships with several prominent architects and designers throughout the 20th century, including Paul László, Pipsan Saarinen Swanson — creator of the company's Sol-Air Group and elder sister of Eero Saarinen — John B. Wisner, Paul T. Frankl and Dorothy Draper.
Each Ficks Reed partner brought their unique sensibility to the designs — Swanson’s had skeletal frames while Draper, a largely forgotten decorator and pioneer of the Hollywood Regency style, favored more ornate detailing; László created low-slung seats — but all were rendered in the company’s signature wicker and bamboo.
Thanks in large part to the Draper relationship, Ficks Reed furniture has long been a fixture at The Greenbrier and Colony hotels, as well as other luxury properties including the Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton resorts and The Breakers in Palm Beach. In 2006, Draper protégé Carleton Varney continued his mentor’s legacy by debuting a new 20-piece collection for Ficks Reed based on her original designs.
A recent resurgence in the popularity of wicker and rattan has given way to newfound demand for Ficks Reed rattan chairs and other furniture in the secondary market, where original vintage pieces are often refinished, repainted or lacquered to further underscore the textural detail of their bamboo and rattan frames.
Find vintage Ficks Reed sofas, tables, armchairs and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Ficks Reed
Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Lounge Chairs After Wisner
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs. Made by the iconic Ficks Reed and tagged on the bottom. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Reed
$2,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Rattan Bench
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your coastal decor with this charming vintage Ficks Reed rattan bench. Crafted from durable reed, this bench showcases a timeless design that...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century "Duyan" lounge chair by John Risley for Ficks Reed
By John Risley, Ficks Reed
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
This unique lounge chair was designed in 1953 by John Risley for Ficks Reed. A combination of braiding and weaving techniques were used to create the rattan 'basket,' which is anchor...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Metal
$953 Sale Price
63% Off
Ficks Reed Restored Vintage Complete Rattan Children's Living-Room Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Here is a complete Paul T. Frankl inspired child's rattan living-room set complete with loveseat, two armchairs, and coffee table.
Restored to new for you.
All rattan, bamboo, an...
Category
1950s American Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,385 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Rare Ficks Reed Bamboo Boho Chic Ottoman (sofa & lounge chairs)
By Ficks Reed
Located in Pasadena, TX
This advert is for the Ficks Reed Bamboo ottoman. The ottoman is made of reinforced bamboo. It's upholstered cushions give it extra comfort. ...
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1970s American Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair Ficks Reed rattan Campaign style lounge or club chairs plus one ottoman with interesting brass cap accents by John Wisner for the Far Horiz...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
$6,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ficks Reed Far Horizons 1950s Rattan Barrel Chair and Tile Side Table Set
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Ficks Reed Far Horizons rattan barrel chair with matching side table. This set dates from the 1950s and has been updated with a new custom made tropical pattern seat cushion along with two custom throw pillows for the back. The chair is comfortable with or without the cushions. Each of the custom made throw pillows are reversible. One side is a kiwi green vinyl, the opposite is slightly lighter green fabric. The end table features its original white tile top with Asian inspired emblems on top. Sold as a set.
Complete your Ficks Reed set with our Far Horizons pagoda coffee table (sold separately). We also have several more pieces of furniture by Ficks Reed. There are two modular sofas and sectionals... one in blue, one in burnt orange. We also have square occassional tables that can be used as coffee tables or large side table.. or the corner piece in a Ficks Reed sectional...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Brass
6 Ficks Reed Rattan Black Dining Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Pasadena, TX
et of 6 rattan black style dining chairs by Fick’s Reed feature a high gloss finish and floral upholstery. Structurally sound, all strapping intact, upholstery in good condition
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Mid Century Bamboo Lounge Chair
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Countryside, IL
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Mid Century Bamboo Lounge Chair
Each chair measures: 28.25 wide x 33 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 2...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Lounge Chairs With End Tables
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A tasteful fusion of modern, Eastern and boho-chic style. Luxurious bamboo seating group by John B. Wisner for Ficks Reed. Wisner’s “Far Horizons” collection was first introduced i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan, Formica
$4,796 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1970s High Hoop Back Rattan and Leather Straps Arm Chairs, a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of 1970s Ficks Reed High Hoop Back Rattan and Leather Straps Arm Chairs with great patina and very good condition with strong , double l...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Leather, Wicker, Rattan
$2,796 Sale Price / set
25% Off
1950's Ficks Reed Rattan Split Settee or Lounge Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare Ficks Reed rattan split seat settee or pair of open sided one arm lounge chairs.
Completely original finish and upholstery.
Exceptional quality piece of furniture circa 1950's.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Pagoda Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Create a serene coastal retreat with this pair of vintage bent rattan Ficks Reed lounge chairs. Featuring gracefully curved frames and natural woven detailing, these chairs combine t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Full "S Arm" rattan living room set featuring three-seat sofa and matching lounge chairs. This arm style flows sinuously into a the rounded back of the sofa and chairs into an S shap...
Category
1950s Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Rattan
$6,727 Sale Price
30% Off
1970s Ficks Reed Woven Rattan Zebra Chairs and Ottomans, Set of 4
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, signatu...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Ficks Reed Barrel Chairs in White Lacquer and Todd Hase Textiles, a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Ficks Reed barrel chairs in new white lacquer and new Todd Hase textiles. Great vintage rattan lattice work all new finish and fabric.
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Lacquer
Vintage Costal Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unwind in style with this vintage coastal Ficks Reed lounge chair and ottoman set, a beautiful example of tropical modern design from a celebrated American maker. The intricately cra...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
$3,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Ficks Reed Sectional Sofas Walnut with Rattan
By Ficks Reed
Located in Denton, TX
Rare combination of walnut with rattan love seats by Ficks Reed that can be used as one long sofa or as a corner unit or a pair
Measurements with ou...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Walnut
Ficks Reed Rattan Chaise With Todd Hase Textiles
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful boho chic Ficks Reed rattan chaise with new Todd Hase textiles cushions. Frame seat is made with cane and freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your boho chic inspi...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
1960s Ficks Reed Side Chairs with New Sunbrella Cushions, a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous pair of Ficks Reed boho chic rattan side chairs with new Sunbrella cushions freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your boho chic in...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Rattan, Reed, Lacquer
Ficks Reed Arm Chairs with New Todd Hase Upholstery, a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous pair of Ficks Reed arm chairs with new Todd Hase upholstery. Would make a great addition to your boho chic inspired home.
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Ficks Reed Small Armchair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun small Ficks Reed arm rattan chair with new Sunbrella cushions freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your boho chic interiors.
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ficks Reed Brass Accent Campaign Style Bamboo Rattan Armchair
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Inspired by the tropical lands of the the East, this bamboo armchair features stylish campaign style brass caps that punctuate the pagoda style arms. Intricately woven wheat colored bamboo...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Brass
1960s Ficks Reed Curved Back Side Chairs with New Sunberella Upholstery, a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous pair of Ficks Reed boho chic rattan side chairs with curved backs, new Sunbrella cushions, freshly lacquered in white. Great addition ...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Textile, Wood
Set of 5 Ficks Reed Bamboo Chairs by John Wisner
By Ficks Reed
Located in Pasadena, TX
Ficks Reed bamboo chairs by John Wisner from the Far Horizons Collection
Set of (5) vintage Campaign style dining chairs by Ficks Reed....
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Bamboo
$6,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pipsan for Ficks Reed Wrought Iron “Sol-Air” Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, Ficks Reed
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Pipsan Saarinen Swanson for Ficks Reed Wrought Iron “Sol-Air” Lounge Patio Sling Chairs Newly Upholstered - Pair
Great modernist design ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Boho Rattan and Cane Chairs After Ficks Reed - a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring effortless boho charm to your space with this pair of Vintage Boho Rattan and Cane Chairs, inspired by the iconic style of Ficks Reed. Featuring an artfully crafted rattan fram...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ficks Reed Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
$920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ficks Reed seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Ficks Reed seating 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 Ficks Reed seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Ficks Reed 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 seating by Ward Bennett, Katavolos, Littel, & Kelly, and George Nelson. Prices for Ficks Reed seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $600 and can go as high as $45,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,850.
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Questions About Ficks Reed Seating
- What is Ficks Reed furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ficks Reed furniture has been around for more than a century and built their reputation around high-quality furniture made of wicker, rattan, woven peel, bamboo and selected hardwoods. Most of the furniture from this noted brand features a beachy or earthy quality that has a resort feel. Shop a collection of authentic Ficks Reed furniture from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To identify Ficks Reed furniture, first look for the maker's mark. You can typically find a paper or metal tag located in a discreet spot, such as beneath a tabletop or under the seat of a chair. Examining the materials may also help you make a positive identification. Ficks Reed cane pieces tend to have a smooth, tight weave with no loose ends or irregularities. The furniture maker also typically used rattan or bamboo rather than metal frames. If you need assistance identifying a piece, seek the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Explore an assortment of Ficks Reed furniture on 1stDibs.
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