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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.

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Creator: Ficks Reed
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Questions About Ficks Reed Dry Bars
  • What is Ficks Reed furniture?
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    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?
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    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.

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