Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

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.

Creator: Ficks Reed

Pr. Mid Century Corner Lounge Chairs by Ficks Reed

$2,200 / set

Pr. Mid Century Corner Lounge Chairs by Ficks Reed

By Ficks Reed

Located in New York, NY

Super chic pair of triangular lounge chairs, attributed to Ficks Reed. The chairs feature a wrap around plinth style base of repeating bamboo pieces, and a bent bamboo frame. The cus...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed

$668Sale Price / set|75% Off

H 32 in W 29 in D 33 in

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed

By Paul Frankl, Ficks Reed

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location,. Lounge chair and ottoman by Ficks Reed. As found condition. New Straps included. Frames are solid. Upholstere...

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1950s Vintage Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Tricoteuse Corner Chair, France, 1960s

$5,418

H 31.11 in W 33.86 in D 25.6 in

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Tricoteuse Corner Chair, France, 1960s

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A rare Guillerme et Chambron Tricoteuse lounge chair, oak, fabric, France, 1960s. Edition Votre Maison. Newly reupholstered in Rose Uniacke textured linen. Wood frame in very good...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid Century John Wisner for Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chair

$1,995

H 30 in W 28.5 in D 32 in

Mid Century John Wisner for Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chair

By Ficks Reed, John Wisner

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid 20th Century John Wisner design for Ficks Reed Rattan and Walnut Lounge Chair. Measures 28.5" in width, 32" in depth and 30" in height. Seat height is 16", 12 " without cushion...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Synthetic, Bamboo, Rattan, Walnut

Carved Walnut Art Nouveau French Corner Chair

$4,800

H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in

Carved Walnut Art Nouveau French Corner Chair

By J. Horner

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very fine carved walnut French Art Nouveau corner lounge chair.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Bilge Lounge Chair

$8,480 / item

H 33 in W 31 in D 30 in

Bilge Lounge Chair

By Jason Horvath

Located in Denver, PA

The Bilge lounge chair is made from reclaimed bourbon barrel staves from Kentucky and recycled leaf springs from New York City fire trucks. First, the n...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Metal

Ficks Reed Mid Century Rattan Dining Set

$4,940 / set

H 32 in W 26 in D 24 in

Ficks Reed Mid Century Rattan Dining Set

By Ficks Reed

Located in Omaha, NE

Vintage Ficks Reed Mid-Century Rattan Swivel Rocker Dining Set with Brass Rolling Castors, Rattan Table Base and glass top. Elevate your dining space with this authentic Ficks Reed ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid Century "Duyan" lounge chair by John Risley for Ficks Reed

$926Sale Price|63% Off

H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 56.3 in

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 Corner Chairs

Materials

Metal

MCR Lounge Chair By André Fu Living

$4,951 / item

H 28.75 in W 26.78 in D 27.96 in

MCR Lounge Chair By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

a contemporary armchair that embraces a modern asian aesthetic. its lush upholstery, set against an expressive ash backrest, provides the ideal seating for lounging or entertainment.

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2010s Chinese Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Ash

John Wisner for Ficks Reed Mid Century Bamboo Lounge Chair

$2,495

H 29 in W 28.25 in D 33 in

John Wisner for Ficks Reed Mid Century Bamboo Lounge Chair

By John Wisner, Ficks Reed

Located in Franklin Park, 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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Ficks Reed, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

$6,800 / set

H 33.5 in W 29 in D 35.5 in

Ficks Reed, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

By Ficks Reed

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of moulded bamboo, rattan and blue fabric lounge chairs produced by Ficks Reed, USA, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally replaced. Moderate wear to rattan con...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal John Wisner for Ficks Reed Lounge Chairs - A Pair

$3,450 / set

H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in

Vintage Coastal John Wisner for Ficks Reed Lounge Chairs - A Pair

By Ficks Reed

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This charming pair of armchairs offers a beautiful convergence of rustic simplicity and relaxed mid-century styling, appealing perfectly to the Boho Chic and Coastal aesthetic. Craft...

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Mid-20th Century Philippine Rustic Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Reed

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

$77,000 / set

H 23.63 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Ficks Reed corner chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Ficks Reed corner chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of bamboo and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Ficks Reed corner chairs, although orange editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original corner chairs by Ficks Reed were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. Prices for Ficks Reed corner chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,200 and can go as high as $2,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,200.

Questions About Ficks Reed Corner Chairs

What is Ficks Reed furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Ficks 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.
How do I identify Ficks Reed furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
To 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.