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.
Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal lounge chair and matching ottoman. Made by the iconic Ficks Reed group. Chic design with a squared off frame and striking curved seat. Matching sofa also a...
Reed
$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
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
$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
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, Paul Frankl
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...
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
$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 John Wisner, Ficks Reed
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
Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chair & Ottoman, 1970's
By Ficks Reed
Located in Rochester, NY
Ficks Reed rattan large cube form lounge chair and matching ottoman in as found very nice original finish. Measures together - 58" w x 30" d x 30" h to top of back seat cushion of c...
Fabric, Wood, Foam, Reed, Rattan, Upholstery
Swedish Mid-Century Bentwood Swiveling Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish Swedish modern swiveling lounge chair and ottoman. Sleek design with leather upholstery and rosewood frames and bases. A quality piece that is sure to please in any modern in...
Leather, Wood
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames, 1959
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The iconic first generation 670/671 lounge chair with ottoman by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, c.1959, USA. This version has down filled cushions and round silver upholste...
Leather, Rosewood, Down
Ib Kofod-Larsen Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
This reclining lounge chair and ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen combines sexy lines, incredible comfort, and great function. The chair features five positions of recline accommodating eve...
Birch, Upholstery
$16,000
H 30 in W 76 in D 35.5 in
Rare Restored Campaign Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous restored vintage Campaign style sofa from a difficult to find series by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. Exceptional rattan and hardwood construction with Cane back panels. Bra...
Brass
$45,000 / set
H 30 in W 28 in D 39 in
Four Superb Restored Loungers by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
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. Expert...
Brass
$5,910Sale Price|40% Off
H 37 in W 45.5 in D 72 in
Italian Chrome Tufted Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Stendig
By Stendig Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lounge chair and ottoman by Stendig is quite the show stopper. It features overlapping curvilinear supports in chrome that attach to the base of each piece. It may look like a...
Chrome
$22,500 / set
H 31 in W 18 in D 20 in
Radiant Set of 8 Rattan Chairs in Cordovan and Caramel by Wisner for Ficks Reed
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Cane, Rattan
Mid Century John Wisner for Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chair
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
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...
Synthetic, Bamboo, Rattan, Walnut
Bielecky Brothers Natural Rattan Ottoman
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bielecky Brothers natural rattan ottoman. Very rare in natural finish. Just add your favorite cushion and fabric. Add some Boho Chic style to your home or design project.
Rattan
Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chairs and Ottomans, Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs with matching ottomans. Made by the iconic Ficks Reed and tagged on each. Deep reed color with a jacquard upholstery in a champagne c...
Upholstery, Rattan, Reed
1950s Ficks Reed Rattan Chair and Ottoman
By Ficks Reed
Located in Southampton, NJ
American manufactured 1950s Ficks Reed chair and ottoman with unusually well maintained and preserved original channeled canvas upholstery. A rare style in form and condition. Ottoma...
Canvas, Bamboo, Rattan
Superb Pair of Vintage Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chairs with Ottomans
By Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional pair of vintage Campaign style lounge chairs with matching ottomans, aged to absolute perfection. A beautifully conceived design, executed in rattan. Stout and exper...
Rattan