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.
John Wisner Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Bamboo Rattan Loveseat, 1950s
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern armless loveseat or settee By John Wisner for Ficks Reed, "Far Horizons" Collection USA, 1950s Bamboo rattan frame, with up...
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
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...
Walnut
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Mid Century Bamboo Settee Loveseat Sofa
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Mid Century Bamboo Settee Loveseat Sofa This loveseat measures: 50.5 wide x 34 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 and arm height of 21.75 i...
Upholstery, Bamboo
Ficks Reed Loveseat in White Lacquer and New Todd Hase Upholstery
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A small and cute Ficks Reed loveseat newly Lacquered in white and reupholstered with Todd Hase fabric cushions. Add this fun Boho Chic loveseat to your favorite room.
Fabric, Rattan, Reed, Wood, Lacquer
$28,500 / set
H 30 in W 28 in D 39 in
Superb Pair of Rattan, Cane and Brass Loungers by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, expertly custom upholstered a...
Brass
$12,750 / set
H 28 in W 68 in D 33 in
Restored Rattan Sofa & Chair Livingroom Set by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored single-strand rattan living room set designed by John Wisner with Campaign-style anodized goldtone capped armrests and beautiful zen-style arched poles. The set features a t...
Rattan
Lovely Petite Hollywood Regency Tufted Loveseat Sofa
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely petite Hollywood Regency tufted loveseat with a down filled lose seat cushion. This piece will definitely need to be re-upholstered but that's what yo...
Upholstery, Wood
$4,800 / set
H 27 in W 66 in D 34 in
Vintage Ficks Reed Bamboo Rattan Tiki Sofa Set with Lounge Chairs - 3 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Ficks Reed Bamboo Rattan Tiki Sofa Set with Pair of Lounge Chairs, Unmarked - 3 Pc Set. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: Sofa: 27" H x 66" W x ...
Wood
Vintage 1970s Pencil Reed Loveseat in Off-White Bouclé Settee
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A sculptural pencil reed loveseat from the 1970s, newly upholstered in an off-white textured bouclé. This two-seat settee showcases the refined linearity of reed construction, paired...
Bamboo, Reed
$695
H 33 in W 49 in D 29 in
Mid Century Bentwood Bamboo Style Loveseat Sofa by Heywood Wakefield c. 1950's
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Voguish two section loveseat with a bentwood faux bamboo frame , and original turquoise vinyl upholstered cushions. This chic sofa is in good, original condition, the wood finish s...
Upholstery, Bentwood
Mid-Century Scandinavian Loveseat, Wood and Mocha Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in New York, US
Mid-Century Scandinavian 2-Seater Setee in Wood and Bouclé Fabric, 1950s. Reupholstered in mocha sheepskin
Sheepskin, Wood
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 32 in W 69 in D 32 in
John Wisner Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Southampton, NJ
1950's John Wisner Ficks Reed Far Horizons rattan sofa with new wrapped foam inserts to the original custom cushions in vibrant Jack Lenor Larsen floral upholstery. Beautifully maint...
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
$2,572
H 29 in W 49 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Settee in the Style of John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Vintage settee/loveseat with serpentine arms, in the style of John Wisner for Ficks Reed, 1950s. Very well executed rattan and hardwood construction, with spring support, beautiful ...
Fabric, Rattan
$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 27.5 in D 35.5 in
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...
Upholstery, Rattan
$2,850
H 30.5 in W 48.5 in D 33.5 in
1950s Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Settee or Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Paul McCobb for Planner Group loveseat, settee or sofa. Upholstery needs to be updated as it has stains, foam is good. Price includes refinishing of legs. Measures: Seat 16" H, arm 1...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,750
H 29 in W 54 in D 28 in
Danish Mid-Century Settee or Loveseat in the Style of Kurt Olsen Style, 1950s
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Lovely and charming settee or loveseat made in Denmark, circa 1950. The style is similar to Kurt Olsen but the Designer and maker of this settee is unknown. Light but still sturdy an...
Wool, Beech
1970s Vintage Rattan Wicker Loveseat by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Rattan Wicker Sofa Loveseat by Ficks Reed. Indulge in coastal bohemian luxury with this stunning vintage rattan wicker sofa loveseat by Ficks Reed. This iconic piece combine...
Fabric, Rattan
Sold
H 31.5 in W 75.5 in D 37.75 in
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection Bamboo Rattan Sofa Couch
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Luxurious bamboo sofa by John B. Wisner for Ficks Reed. Wisner’s “Far Horizons” collection was first introduced in 1954 and remains a desirable, tim...
Brass
Ficks Reed Bamboo Bench
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fulton, CA
An unusual bamboo / rattan bench by Ficks Reed. Original finish and upholstery. Very good vintage condition. Structurally very sturdy.
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Stained Bamboo Reed Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning and well constructed bamboo reed sofa circa 1970's. This sofa features a sculptural design, dark stained bamboo construction, and its original cushions. Clean ready to use...
Bamboo
Superb Restored Pair of Loveseats by Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent sofa frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert...
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Sold
H 27 in W 50 in D 35 in
Signed Ficks Reed Bamboo Campaign Loveseat John Wisner Far Horizons Collection
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in West Hartford, CT
A coveted vintage Campaign style loveseat made by Ficks Reed and designed by John Wisner, circa 1954. Stout rattan and bamboo frame with a beautiful raffia seat back. Handsome solid metal accents mark the arms. Fabulous design, quality and craftsmanship-aged to absolute perfection. This unusual piece was part of the "Far Horizons Collection" produced by long time Ficks Reed designer John Wisner. The series was introduced in 1954. The piece is in very good condition and the fabric is original so could probably be reupholstered if you so desired. Please note we also have the matching set of Campaign chairs and the Pagoda coffee table...
Fabric, Rattan, Hardwood
Decorative Vintage Rattan Loveseat by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous vintage rattan loveseat by Ficks Reed, circa 1970. Stout rattan and hardwood construction with a lovely saber detail to the leg. A h...
Hardwood, Rattan