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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Ficks Reed Natural Rattan Lattice Pattern Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ficks Reed natural rattan lattice pattern side table. Rare natural finish. Add some Boho Chic style to your home or design project. Vintage item so some wear and dings.
Rattan
Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons End Table W/Tile Top by John Wisner
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection end table with tile top designed by John Wisner. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The tile has been caulked and it has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. NOTE: If you love this rattan Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection by John Wisner end table. NOTE: Shipping is possible via parcel which may reduce shipping costs. Exotic, Incredible, and Ficks Reed!!! This is a fabulous rectangular end table by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. It is comprised of a stout rattan base, and it features a wonderful white tile top including three tiles with black painted Asian designs of fans and symbols… it’s absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! This end table is from Ficks Reed’s Far Horizons collection by John Wisner which was introduced in 1954. It is designed with sturdy and stylish crossbars with rattan ties on the corners on all four sides of the coffee table. And the design of this awesome Campaign style end table is classic allowing it to work with many decor aesthetics and styles from traditional to mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room next to a lounge chair or in the family room aside a comfortable chaise or loveseat. Or, maybe on its own in an entry or hallway adorned with foliage. The Ficks Reed Furniture Company was originally established by Louis Ficks as the National Carriage and Reed Company in 1885. For over 125 years they built their reputation manufacturing high quality furniture using wicker...
Ceramic, Rattan
John Wisner Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Tile Top Side Table, 1950s
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern side table By John Wisner for Ficks Reed, "Far Horizons" Collection USA, 1950s Bamboo rattan frame, with white tiled top ac...
Ceramic, Bamboo, Rattan
John Wisner Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Glass Top Side Table, 1950s
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern side table or nightstand By John Wisner for Ficks Reed, "Far Horizons" Collection USA, 1950s Bamboo rattan frame, with oran...
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Lacquer
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Hollywood Regency Tile Top Side Tables, 1950s
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern side tables By John Wisner for Ficks Reed, "Far Horizons" Collection USA, 1950s Bamboo rattan frames, with white ti...
Ceramic, Bamboo, Rattan
John Wisner Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Glass Top Side Table, 1950s
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern side table or nightstand By John Wisner for Ficks Reed, "Far Horizons" Collection USA, 1950s Bamboo rattan frame, with oran...
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Lacquer
Pr Mid Century Art Deco Bamboo Step End Tables by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of bamboo step end tables by noted the American furniture company Ficks Reed. Each table has a banded bamboo base, with three grad...
Upholstery, Bamboo
Ficks Reed Hexagon End Tables by John Wisner, Rattan, Vintage 1950s
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Luxurious vintage 1950s Ficks Reed hexagon side tables. The Ficks Reed “Far Horizons” collection by John Wisner was inspired by the tropical lands of the the East. These rattan end t...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan, Formica
Ficks Reed Rattan "Angles" Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Highland, IN
This terrific Ficks Reed rattan side table is perfect for your mid-century pad or tropical Tiki room. It's well made and in very good original condition. Also available is the match...
Rattan, Formica
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Handsome John Wisner Ficks Reed Asian Modern Rattan Bamboo Tile Top Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome John Wisner for Ficks Reed Asian modern tile top side table. This piece features a white tile top framed with solid mahogany with applied Chinese character and fan decoratio...
Ceramic, Rattan
Ficks Reed Rattan Tier Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous Boho Chic Ficks Reed rattan tier side table lacquered in white with glass tops.
Rattan, Reed, Glass, Acrylic, Lacquer
Vintage Boho Ficks Reed Rattan Loop Back Dining Set of 5
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite five-piece vintage dining set captures the relaxed glamour of the Mid-Century resort aesthetic, reminiscent of design houses like Ficks Reed or McGuire. The substantia...
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Hollywood Regency Brass, Eglomise Mirrored Side Table 1950s, 2 Tiered
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood Regency Brass, Eglomise Mirrored Side Table, 1950s, 2-tiered Offered for sale is a circa 1950s Hollywood Regency-style brass and eglomisé antiqued mirrored side table...
Brass
$425
H 18 in W 20 in D 20 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Faux Bamboo Square Glass Top Low Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Faux Bamboo Square Glass Top Low Side Table with X-form Cross Stretcher Base. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 18" H x 20" W x 20" D.
Brass
John Wisner Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Tile Top Coffee Table, 1950s
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern coffee table or cocktail table By John Wisner for Ficks Reed, "Far Horizons" Collection USA, 1950s Bamboo rattan frame, wit...
Ceramic, Bamboo, Rattan
$1,495 / set
H 16.25 in W 50 in D 24 in
Vintage Organic Modern Rattan Coffee Table & Side Table Style Ficks Reed, Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage Organic Modern rattan coffee table and side table in the style of Ficks Reed. We are selling these as a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We have found no outstanding flaws. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. NOTE: We have a matching chair & ottoman listed for sale as well if they are still available. Twice the Tropical Island Paradise!! This is a gorgeous vintage Organic Modern style coffee table...
Rattan, Glass
$464Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.21 in Dm 20.08 in
French Mid Century Neo-classical / Hollywood Regency style brass side table
Located in Bern, CH
French Mid Century Neoclassical / Hollywood Regency Style brass side table with glass tabletop with mirrored edging. Nice detailing to base. With a level of patination and signs of u...
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Copper Brass & Mosaic Tile Round Side Table
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this exceptional Mid-Century Modern side table, likely Italian, circa 1950s. This piece features a circular mosaic tile top in a refined palette of turqu...
Brass, Copper
Rattan Natural Hexa Side Table
Located in Paris, FR
Side Table Rattan Natural Hexa with all structure in rattan in natural finish.
Rattan
Robsjohn Gibbings Style Mid Century Tile Top Side Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings style mid century tile top side table This table measures: 17.5 wide x 17.5 deep x 15 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...
Ceramic, Wood
$9,500
H 13 in W 67 in D 19 in
Majestic Restored Pagoda Coffee Table or Bench by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent coffee table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing: meticulous professionally restored and completely installation ready. An exquis...
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
H 17 in Dm 19 in
Mid-century Italian Hollywood Regency Gilt Tole Side Table with Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Italian Hollywood Regency Gilt Tole Side Table with Glass Top Offered for sale is a mid-century Italian Hollywood Regency gilt tole metal side table with glass top. This...
Metal
Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Side Tables
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Pair of Hollywood Regency brass and glass side tables, circa 1970s. The tables have a rounded oval and beveled glass top ...
Brass
Sold
H 20.25 in W 31 in D 18.75 in
Vintage John Wisner Ficks Reed Asian Modern Rattan Bamboo Tile Top Side Table
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
This unique bamboo and rattan pagoda style side table was designed by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1950s. John Wisner graduated from Pars...
Ceramic, Bamboo, Rattan
Sold
H 24 in W 32 in D 32 in
Large Chinese Chippendale Style Rattan Ficks Reed White Side Tables - Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of white Ficks Reed Chinese Chippendale style rattan side tables with glass tops. The bottom shelf is wood. Both are in very good condition.
Rattan, Glass
Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Side Table w 2 Tier Formica Top, Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautifully restored Frankl style pair of mid-century 3/4 Pretzel rattan side tables with 2-tier Formica tops, all meticulously refinished to highlight the natural rattan’s warmth an...
Rattan
Ficks Reed Wicker And Rattan Chests / Commodes / Side Tables - Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Ficks Reed chests or side tables. They are marked and in very good condition. The set is a combination of wood, wicker, and rattan. I do have other pieces if intere...
Brass
Sold
H 18 in W 22 in D 17.5 in
Pipsan Saarinen & J. Robert F. Swanson, Side Tables, Steel, Pine USA, 1949
By Ficks Reed, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of side tables or benches designed by Pipsan Saarinen Swanson & J. Robert F. Swanson and produced by Ficks Reed Company, Cincinnati in 1949.
Steel
Sold
H 20 in W 15 in D 36 in
Ficks Reed Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Side Table w 2 Tier Formica Top, Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored pair of Mid-Century 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Side Table w/ 2 Tier Formica Tops. Height: 21.5", Width: 16.5", Depth: 31.75" United States, 1950 We only purchase and sell only the b...
Rattan
Pair of Bamboo Tile Top Tables or Stands
By Ficks Reed
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of mid century tables or stands designed by John Wisner for Ficks Reed in a Japanese form with tiles on top over bamboo bases with reed wrapped joints.
Bamboo
Uncommon Ficks Reed Side or Bedside Tables
By Ficks Reed
Located in Round Rock, TX
Pair of not often seen side tables or nightstands by Ficks Reed. Likely designed by John Wisner, these are a perfect compliment of color to any space. Each table features a “regal re...
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Laminate, Wood
Sold
H 20 in W 18.75 in D 31 in
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Asian Modern Rattan Bamboo Tile Top Cocktail Table
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This unique bamboo and rattan pagoda style side table was designed by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1950s. John Wisner graduated from Pars...
Mahogany, Ceramic, Rattan
Ficks Reed Rattan Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
High quality rattan table with pencil reed circular pattern top. Hourglass shape with a very strong design. Three-quarter inch glass top has a ...
Reed
Ficks Reed Steel and Wood End Tables
By Paul McCobb, Ficks Reed
Located in Fulton, CA
A diminutive pair of iron base end tables with solid hardwood tops and painted black iron legs. Exotic wood grain to top planks of wood. These woul...
Iron
Ficks Reed Side Table with Walnut Shelf and Patchwork Leather Top
By Ficks Reed
Located in Denton, TX
Nice combination of walnut, rattan and leather top.
Leather, Rattan, Glass, Walnut