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 Rattan Desk and Chair
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the relaxed elegance of coastal living with this exquisite vintage Ficks Reed rattan desk and accompanying chair. Renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and timeless de...
Fabric, Rattan, Laminate
Ficks Reed Faux Bamboo Highboy Hollywood Regency Coastal Dresser Iconic
By Ficks Reed
Located in Rochester, NY
This piece is in stunning vintage condition. Please see other listings for additional parts of this set: lowboy/credenza and twin headboard.
Rattan, Wood
$3,290Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Oak Sideboard Server Console Credenza
By Ficks Reed
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid Century Modern Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Credenza, Circa 1958. The credenza features a gorgeous oak case with woven rattan base and Japane...
Rattan, Oak
Ficks Reed Rattan and Raffia Chest in White Washed Finish
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Ficks Reed rattan and raffia chest in slight white washed finish. Beautiful details with raffia and rattan combination. Add some Boho Chic style to your home or design project.
Rattan
Exceptional Restored Ficks Reed Chest in Chinese Red Lacquer, circa 1970
By Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the narrative: meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. An exquisite...
Brass
Stellar Restored Pair of Pagoda Commodes by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chests are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. These rare examples are unique on the World market. An exceptional pair of sophisticated vintage commodes from a nearly impossible to find case series. These unusual pieces are a part of the boutique Far Horizons Collection, produced by long time Ficks Reed designer John Wisner, introduced in 1954. Expertly crafted solid Oak construction mounted atop a simple, elegant Asian base...
Brass
$2,100Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Vintage 1950s Teak and Rice Mat "V" Lowboy Dresser With Rattan
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Post-War oak and rattan lowboy dresser with decorative rattan "V" and border accents with six pull-out drawers.. The dresser is wrapped in rice mat front and sides 1950, Un...
Rattan
$6,000 / set
Mid-Century Ficks Reed Dry Bar and Barstool Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
A unique and rare mid-century Ficks Reed bar set showcasing two bamboo and walnut stools in a burnt orange fabric, & a bamboo and walnut b...
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Desk
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring timeless coastal charm to your home with this vintage Ficks Reed desk. Crafted from natural rattan and wicker, this desk features clean lines and...
Laminate, Wood
$695Sale Price|44% Off
H 30 in W 48 in D 20 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ranch Oak Desk and Matching Chair by Brandt
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Lafayette, IN
Great little desk in the "Ranch Oak" style and manufactured by Brandt Furniture Co. of Fort Worth, Texas. Desk features a great size paired with that wonderful, faux-weathered wester...
Oak
Oak Slatted Credenza / Sideboard - Fully Customizable
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood credenza / sideboard with slatted screen doors in white oak built by Material in Portland, Oregon. The clean modern lines and quiet texture o...
Oak
1960's Pair of Vintage Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they were designed by Edward Wormley. Edward Wormley was one of the leading pioneers of mid-cen...
Wood
$16,151 / set
H 39.38 in W 49.22 in D 23.63 in
1920s Art Deco Commode & Nightstands, in Burl Walnut , by Gaetano Borsani
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian 1920s elegant Art Deco Commode with pair of nightstands in burl walnut Two nightstands with commode by Gaetano Borsani , in burl walnut , with golden brass handle and foot. ...
Walnut, Burl
$1,931
H 29.53 in W 40.16 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Italian Chest of Drawers in Rattan and Bamboo w/ Glass, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century French Riviera chest of drawers fully made in rattan and bamboo and completed by a crystal glass top. This stylish organic dresser was handcrafted in Italy durin...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
$17,204 / set
H 32.68 in W 23.23 in D 17.92 in
Art Deco Walnut Vintage Pair of Nightstands or Chests or Commodes 1930s Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of nightstands or small chests or commodes from walnut Vienna 1930s. While the wonderful nightstands show a lively play of walnut veneer and solid walnut in a w...
Bakelite, Walnut, Plywood
Pencil Reed Three Drawer Cabinet, Original Finish with "Arch" Design
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Two pencil reed rattan three drawer dressers in their original finish with "Arch" design on the front drawers.
Rattan, Reed, Wood
$1,812
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 18.12 in
French Riviera Chest of Drawers in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century French Riviera style dresser in bamboo and woven rattan, completed with solid brass knobs. This charming organic dresser was hand-made in Italy during the 1970s...
Brass
$1,823
H 31.5 in W 40.56 in D 16.93 in
Mid-Century Italian Organic Chest of Drawers in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century French Riviera styledresser fully made in bamboo and woven rattan completed by solid brass handles. This stylish organic dresser was handcrafted in Italy during ...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Henredon Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Armoire Dresser, Circa 1970s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Campaign style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest By Henredon USA, Circa 1970s White oak, with original brass hardwar...
Brass
$2,099
H 16.74 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Mid Century Danish Record Cabinet Small Sideboard Credenza C.1960
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Danish Record Cabinet Small Sideboard Credenza C.1960 Brazilian rosewood. Finished on all sides, standing on castors. In very good condition ...
Wood
$4,800 / set
H 34 in W 40.5 in D 18.25 in
Hollywood Regency Style Off-White Commode, Nightstand or Chest, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
An opulent pair of Hollywood regency style commodes, chests or nightstands. These exceptional chests depict and compliment the Hollywo...
Brass
Sold
H 83.5 in W 55 in D 22 in
Coastal Regency Faux Bamboo and Cane Armoire by Miller Yee Fong for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking 1980s two-piece armoire designed by Miller Yee Fong for Ficks Reed, showcasing faux bamboo trim and cane panel insets. This substantial piece features pocket doors that op...
Faux Bamboo, Wood, Plywood
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Lacquered Credenza
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your coastal aesthetic with this Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Lacquered Credenza. Infused with American craftsmanship and coastal charm, its lacquered finish and timeless desig...
Reed
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Wood and Woven Rattan Dresser
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal 8 drawer dresser. Made by the iconic Ficks Reed group and tagged in the drawer. Chic wood frame with inset woven rattan panels. Acquired from a Palm Beach ...
Rattan, Reed
Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Credenza
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal credenza. A chic wooden cabinet with rattan frame and lattice detail. Laminate top for extra protection. Signed on the inside drawer. Acquired from a Palm ...
Rattan, Reed
Sold
H 32 in W 60.25 in D 18.5 in
Vintage Ficks Reed Rattan Faux Bamboo Wood 7 Drawer Dresser Credenza Brass Pulls
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 7 drawer wood faux bamboo rattan dresser by Ficks Reed. Brass pulls. Excellent original vintage condition with no issues. Dimensions: 60.25 L x 18.5 D x 32 H.
Brass
Sold
H 41.5 in Dm 68.5 in
Ficks Reed Horizontal Stacked Restored Rattan L-shaped Corner Bar w/ Foot Rest
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 68.5" wide stacked rattan curved dry bar. The bar features two shelves along the back for easy storing spirits and glasses, along with a rattan po...
Rattan
Sold
H 29.75 in W 50.5 in D 24 in
Vintage Ficks Reed Faux Bamboo Rattan Chinese Chippendale Desk & Chair 3 Drawers
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage desk and chair by Ficks Reed (labeled). Faux bamboo & rattan, 3 drawers with brass pulls, finished on all 4 sides so this desk can float...
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Ficks Reed Hollywood Regency Rattan Lingerie Chest Dresser
By Ficks Reed
Located in Baltimore, MD
Attractive vintage multipurpose 8-drawer lingerie chest or tall dresser by Ficks Reed, circa 1970s. This is a very stylish Hollywood regency 8 drawer design, the craftsmanship is q...
Brass
Ficks Reed Rattan & Oak Credenza
By Ficks Reed
Located in Denton, TX
Ficks reed rattan & oak credenza with rice paper front sliding doors.
Rattan, Oak, Parchment Paper
Ficks Reed Tortoise Faux Bamboo Console Credenza
By Ficks Reed
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Gorgeous tortoise finish faux bamboo console by Ficks Reed. Features 5 grass cloth front drawers with faux bamboo trim, campaign brass hardware...
Wood
Ficks Reed Pickeled Wood Bamboo Desk
By Ficks Reed
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a vintage pickeled wood five drawer bamboo desk with brass Asian inspired handles This is a wonderful condition with a piece of glass on top Made in USA
Bamboo, Hardwood
Pair of Ficks & Reed Modern Rattan Three Drawer Chests/Dressers
By Ficks Reed
Located in Bellport, NY
Pair of Fick's & Reed woven rattan three drawer chests or dressers, with original brass pulls, nice rounded features at corners, variation between bottom drawer and base giving a pla...
Brass