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McGuire Furniture Company

Like so many artists and designers, husband and wife John McGuire (1920–2013) and Elinor Stevenson (1914–2005) became masters in their trade by accident. For the founders of McGuire Furniture Company, well, furniture wasn’t actually in the plans.

The couple met just before the start of World War II (during which John was in the U.S. Navy and Elinor was a navigation instructor) and got married after it ended. They settled down in San Francisco where John held a couple of jobs — among them selling newspaper ads for the San Francisco Examiner while Elinor worked for Boeing Aircraft. Soon, an old Navy buddy of John’s asked him to help sell a bunch of rattan furniture and, needing the money, John agreed. His side business became so successful that John decided to quit his ad-sales job and work full-time in design.

In 1948, McGuire Furniture Company was born. Alongside the mid-century modern furniture designs then gaining popularity in the United States, John introduced an unconventional idea: traditional armchairs, stools and tables made of natural materials such as bamboo, which was strong yet could be rendered pliable when steamed, that were intended for the indoors rather than the front porch.

The brand’s first success was the now famous Director’s X-Chair by Leonard Linden. The military-campaign-style solid oak folding chair launched in 1956 and saw rattan binded with rawhide strips and a high-grade leather slug seat and back that eliminated the need for a plush cushion. Elinor, too, designed some of the brand’s popular pieces, such as 1968’s Cracked Ice chair. With its rattan oval back a dazzling celebration of geometric forms that give it its charming moniker, the Cracked Ice chair was an instant classic and is one of the brand’s most recognizable designs.

Today, McGuire and another American furniture manufacturer, Baker Furniture Company, comprise Baker Interiors Group. McGuire remains true to the founders’ ideals and commitment to crafting the kind of organic modern furnishings that are synonymous with the warm and relaxed feel of California design. The company has collaborated with interior designers Steven Volpe, Orlando Diaz-Azcuy and Nicole Hollis, and, as of 2019, its luxury furnishings share a 16,500-square-foot showroom with Baker’s in San Francisco. Some of the earliest McGuire Furniture Company designs are part of the permanent collection at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.

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Creator: McGuire Furniture Company
American modern bamboo and glass round dining table by McGuire, 1970s
By McGuire
Located in MIlano, IT
USA modern bamboo and glass round dining table by McGuire, 1970s Dining table with round top in bevelled glass. The bamboo base narrow in the center and widens on the sides. At the c...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

McGuire Console Table Richard Hannum Huxley Collection Faux Bamboo Cherry Wood
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Bohemian Chic McGuire Console Table, Hallway Table or Sofa Table. Features a floating restored Cherry Wood Top combined with faux bamboo legs and rawhide decor, mo...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Iron

Pair of McGuire Rattan Organic Lacquered Side End Tables
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke pair of lacquered rattan side tables or end tables crafted in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans. The tables feature a cube-shaped rattan frame w...
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20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Brass

McGuire Organic Modern Double Pedestal Bamboo Dining Table
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large and rare bespoke dining table made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire, San Francisco. The table features double pedestal supports with a large rectangula...
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20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Iron

Bamboo Base Glass Top Coffee Table by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish style Hollywood Regency coffee table having a waited form faux bamboo base, circular plate glass top. The table is in very good original condition showing only light co...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

McGuire Pair of Arm Lounge Dining Chairs, Custom Finish
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of McGuire Rattan arm chairs. 3 pairs available. Note the beautiful custom finish and embroider upholstery.
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1980s American Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

McGuire Rattan and Bamboo Cafe Side Chairs with Palm Tree Print Seats, Signed
By McGuire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant set of four (4) wicker McGuire cafe chairs (signed) that can be used indoor or out. Fabricated from woven wicker that has been finished in a black color with palm tree dec...
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Early 2000s American Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Bamboo

Organic Rectangular Coffee Table in Bamboo, Leather and Glass by McGuire, 1970s
By McGuire
Located in Rome, IT
Organic stunning rectangular coffee table with four legs designed by John McGuire. This coffee table entirely hand-crafted, is made of iron pipe, bamboo poles, and rawhide lacing with glass top. McGuire bamboo tables...
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Metal, Iron

McGuire Vintage Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Caned Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive mid century set of eight armchairs crafted in mahogany with reed wrapped joints featuring stylized Chinese Chippendale oval backs, caned seats, Asian style brackets, stret...
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Reed, Mahogany

Mid Century Faux Bamboo With Brass Accent Table With Folding Chairs.
By McGuire, Tony Duquette
Located in Hudson, NY
Fabulous mid century modern carved wood in the faux bamboo fashion with heavy brass accents. The four folding chairs and table with glass top...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Brass

McGuire Modern Hollywood Regency Two-Tier Occasional Side Table
By McGuire
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern Hollywood Regency two-tier occasional side table or tea table By McGuire of San Francisco USA, late 20th century St...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Brass

Baker McGuire Fretwork Dining Table
By McGuire, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Baker McGuire Fretwork Dining Table This dining table measures: 54 wide x 54 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28.5 inches We take our photos in a controlled lightin...
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Early 2000s American Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Metal

McGuire Rattan and Oak Serving Cart with Extendable Top
By McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-century modern style serving cart or bar cart from McGuire San Francisco. An original McGuire design circa 1964, this organic modern serving cart features a stunning combination ...
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Oak

Elinor McGuire NP-12 Elliptical Dining Table
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
One of Elinor McGuire's most iconic and enduring designs for McGuire of San Fransisco, the NP-12 dining table has a base of rattan gathered at the waist like a sheaf of wheat that su...
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Rattan, Glass

McGuire Organic Modern Round Glass and Rattan Pedestal Dining Table
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Designed for a glass top, this rattan pedestal dining table base is marked McGuire San Francisco and has the original cerused washed finish. The organic modern base is constructed of...
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Rattan, Leather, Glass

Vintage Coastal McGuire Cane Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By McGuire
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add timeless charm and coastal flair to your dining space with this stunning set of four vintage McGuire-style cane back dining chairs. Crafted with warm honey-toned bamboo frames an...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Elegant Set of 8 Vintage Cane Dining Chairs by Jacques Garcia for McGuire
By Jacques Garcia, McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous set of eight (8) dining chairs by Jacques Garcia for McGuire. Stout expertly crafted hardwood form veneered in cane; handsome brass sabots accent the leg. Sturdy and extre...
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1990s Philippine Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Brass

McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Glass Top Coffee Table, Circa 1970s
By McGuire
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century Hollywood Regency Organic Modern coffee or cocktail table By McGuire USA, Circa 1970s Bamboo form rattan, with leather wrapping, and glass top. Measure...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Glass

Stellar Restored Set of 8 Rattan Parquetry Bistro Chairs by McGuire, circa 1975
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, newly upholstered...
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1970s American Organic Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Rattan

Bamboo coffee table by Lyda Levi for McGuire, 1960s
By McGuire
Located in Milano, IT
Bamboo coffee table by Lyda Levi for McGuire, 1960s Spelendid coffee table with two glass shelves and bamboo frame. Chipped corner present in glass. Measurements 124x52 h42 cm
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

McGuire Coastal White Rattan Wheat Sheaf Coffee Table with Round Glass
By McGuire
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is the the coffee table alone. The chairs and end tables are NOT included. Inquire if interested in those pieces. McGuire’s iconic wheat sheaf bundle coffee table perfe...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Bamboo

Dramatic Restored Pair of Cerused Oak and Brass Commodes by McGuire, circa 1970
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent married pair of commodes is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely instal...
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1970s North American Organic Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Brass

Elegant Restored Set of 10 Cane Dining Chairs Jacques Garcia for McGuire
By Jacques Garcia, McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous set of ten (10) dining chairs by Jacques Garcia for McGuire, circa 2010. Stout expertly crafted hardwood form veneered in cane; handsome brass sabots accent the leg. Sturd...
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1990s Philippine Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Brass

Midcentury McGuire Faux Bamboo Bar Cart
By McGuire
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Dynamic faux bamboo bar cart with well grained oak panels, reed wrapped corners, finished all around, recessed casters and slide out service space. Signed McGuire in the drawer.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Reed, Oak

Large Round Bamboo Glass Top MCM Dining Dinette Table by McGuire MINT!
By Ficks Reed, McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large round bamboo 3/4" glass top MCM dining Dinette table by McGuire MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

Vintage McGuire California Circular Glass & Bamboo Dining Table, USA, circa 1970
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in London, GB
Vintage McGuire California Circular Glass & Bamboo Dining Table, USA, circa 1970 Circular glass top dining table constructed in iconic McGuire California leather wrapped bamboo. Exc...
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1970s American Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Glass

McGuire, Bamboo Set Of 4 Chairs With Orange Cushions
By McGuire
Located in IT
Set of 4 chairs with bamboo frame and orange silk cushions. The armchairs have a curved bamboo backrest to create a comfortable support for the back, conservatively restored. The b...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo

Thomas Pheasant for McGuire Organic Modern Club Chair & Ottoman
By Thomas Pheasant, McGuire
Located in Southampton, NJ
An impressive organic modern "Club Chair" with ottoman by Thomas Pheasant for McGuire with comfy silhouette & interesting textured deep Verdigris caste bronze Faux Bois frame. Includ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bronze

1990s Mcguire Art Deco Style Wood Case Club Chairs, Set of 2
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Extremely rare! Dramatic pair of organic wood case barrel back club chairs by McGuire. The chairs feature a slight barrel form rattan and wood frame. Fully upholstered with thick fil...
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1990s Bohemian McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Small McGuire Bamboo Leather & Glass Side End Table
By McGuire
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic versatile McGuire side or end table having an organic modern bamboo and leather base measuring 15 x 15 with a 1.5" thick larger glass top.
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1970s American Organic Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

Set of Four McGuire Rattan and Leather "Cracked Ice" Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful Set of Four McGuire Rattan and leather wraps "Cracked Ice" Dining Chairs. Measures 23" in width, 25" in depth and 39" in height. Seat Height is 17" without cushion. We ha...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Other McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Leather, Rattan

Usa Mid-Century Rattan Sofa by Levi for McGuire Company San Francisco, 1970s
By McGuire
Located in MIlano, IT
Usa mid-century Rattan Sofa by Levi for McGuire Company San Francisco, 1970s Three seater sofa with rectangular seat. The structure is in green rattan woven with white leather laces....
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Mc Guire Wood Extendable Round Table, Diameter 113 cm
By McGuire
Located in IT
Table in walnut wood by Mc Guire, 113 cm in size, extendable by 45 cm. The extended table has an oval shape, reaching 158cm when open. The table can be combined with the Mc Guire ...
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1970s Italian Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Wood

Classic Mid-Century Modernist, Regency Bamboo Dining Table by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modernist, Hollywood Regency dining table by McGuire of San Francisco. Beautiful bundle of wheat form constructed of bamboo, age appropriate wear. Top measures 25...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern McGuire Cane, 6 Piece Dining Set
By McGuire
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern McGuire cane - 6 piece dining set Mid-Century Modern original McGuire pink and white woven rattan armchairs with Classic McGuire white...
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Mid-20th Century Adam Style McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Rattan, Glass

20th Century American Dining Table & Four Chairs By McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Welcome to the timeless legacy of John and Elinor, the beloved founders of the iconic McGuire Furniture, a San Francisco-based institution that has been synonymous with craftsmanship and creativity since its inception in 1948. As a dynamic couple, their lifelong partnership laid the foundation for the distinctive McGuire style, a harmonious fusion of natural materials such as rattan and hide with the sleek lines inspired by Asian aesthetics. Discover the essence of their visionary work embodied in this exquisite dining table and matching chairs—a testament to their enduring impact on design. Crafted in the latter part of the 20th century, this McGuire dining set showcases the hallmark bamboo frame that is quintessentially McGuire. The table, adorned with a rectangular beveled glass top in pristine condition, stands as a testament to the timeless elegance of McGuire's craftsmanship. The bamboo base boasts a delightful warm hue, effortlessly infusing any modern interior with the inviting, relaxed ambiance reminiscent of California design. Immerse yourself in the classic beauty of McGuire Furniture, where each piece tells a story of innovation, craftsmanship, and the enduring allure of mid-century California style. Some history about the manufacturers: Like so many artists and designers, husband and wife John McGuire (1920–2013) and Elinor Stevenson (1914–2005) became masters in their trade by accident. The couple met just before the start of World War II (during which John was in the U.S. Navy and Elinor was a navigation instructor) and got married after it ended. They settled down in San Francisco where John held a couple of jobs — among them selling newspaper ads for the San Francisco Examiner while Elinor worked for Boeing Aircraft. Soon, an old Navy buddy of John’s asked him to help sell a bunch of rattan furniture and, needing the money, John agreed. His side business became so successful that John decided to quit his ad-sales job and work full-time in design. In 1948, McGuire Furniture Company was born. Alongside themed-century modern furniture designs then gaining popularity in the United States, John introduced an unconventional idea: traditional armchairs, stools and tables made of natural materials such as bamboo, which was strong yet could be rendered pliable when steamed, that were intended for the indoors rather than the front porch. The brand’s first success was the now famous Director’s X-Chair byLeonard Linden. The military-campaign-style solid oak folding chair launched in 1956 and saw rattan binded with rawhide strips and a high-grade leather slug seat and back that eliminated the need for a plush cushion. Elinor, too, designed some of the brand’s popular pieces, such as 1968’s Cracked Ice chair. With its rattan oval back a dazzling celebration of geometric forms that give it its charming moniker, the Cracked Ice chair was an instant classic and is one of the brand’s most recognisable designs. Today, McGuire and another American furniture manufacturer, Baker Furniture Company, comprise Baker Interiors Group. McGuire remains true to the founders’ ideals and commitment to crafting the kind of organic modern furnishings that are synonymous with the warm and relaxed feel of California design. The company has collaborated with interior designersSteven Volpe, Orlando Diaz-Azcuy and Nicole Hollis...
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Glass, Fabric, Bamboo

Davis Allen Coffee Table by McGuire
By Davis Allen, McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome design by Davis Allen design for McGuire of San Fransisco was created to accompany the "Square" sofa and lounge chairs. It is executed in rattan and cane wicker with a ...
Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency McGuire Furniture Company

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Glass

Mcguire Furniture Company furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

McGuire Furniture Company furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of natural fiber and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of McGuire Furniture Company furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by McGuire Furniture Company were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by John and Elinor McGuire, Kreiss, and John McGuire. Prices for McGuire Furniture Company furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $695 and can go as high as $42,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,750.
Questions About McGuire Furniture Company
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify McGuire furniture, first examine it for any markings. Many pieces bear a serial number, which often consists of seven digits in an “X,XXX,XXX” format. By cross-referencing the serial number on your item with information shared on trusted online resources, you can typically learn the age, style name and other information about your piece. Even pieces without the McGuire name usually bear a maker's mark. These markings can also be useful for dating your furniture, as you can compare the marks on your items to images featured in online galleries and catalogues. Should you need any assistance with the identification process, use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of McGuire furniture.

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