Known for traditional Chinese designs with a California style twist, furniture manufacturer Tropi-Cal elevated rattan and wicker furnishings to modern and timeless interior art from the 1950s to 1970s.
The company was founded in 1954 by entrepreneur and designer Danny Ho Fong who was born in China in 1915 and moved to the California coast in 1936. His son, Miller Yee Fong, was born in Los Angeles in 1942 and started an architecture practice after graduating from the University of Southern California in 1964. He would later join his father to become Tropi-Cal’s principal designer.
In the 1960s and throughout the 1970s, Tropi-Cal was popular nationwide for its sleek, mid-century modern designs. They combined natural materials with a unique, refined style. The furniture — from high-backed, cane dining room chairs and triangular-based rattan dining tables, to comfortable, basket-weave club chairs — was lightweight, functional and sculptural in form.
Tropi-Cal’s furniture garnered considerable critical acclaim with several pieces now in museum collections. The Wave lounge chair, designed by Danny Ho Fong in 1966, is in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Miller Yee Fong’s Lotus chair, designed in 1968, is in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Today, Tropi-Cal is known as Fong Brothers Company. It continues the firm’s legacy of producing high-quality, traditional furniture with modern, sophisticated designs.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Tropi-Cal seating, tables and more.
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal Basket Weave Rattan Sofa
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Lutz, FL
Uncommon Tanganika model basket weave rattan sofa designed by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal circa 1970’s. Three seat hand woven rattan sofa in an open basket weave pattern which extend...
Fabric, Rattan
Set of Three Mid Century Swivel Bar Stools by Tropi- Cal
By Tropi-cal
Located in New York, NY
Set of three mid century swivel bar stools, made by Tropi-Cal. The stools feature angular woven wicker back rests, vinyl upholstered seat, mounted on wrought iron legs. All are ion v...
Wrought Iron
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal Basket Weave Cane Daybed, 1965
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Chicago, IL
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal Basket Weave Cane Daybed, 1965. Original upholstery in good condition. Measures 27.25” tall 78 33” deep, mattress 74” long
Upholstery, Cane
Danny Ho Fong, Chaise Longue, Wicker, Steel, USA, 1960s
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in High Point, NC
A wicker over stainless steel "Wave" chaise longue or daybed designed by Danny Ho Fong and produced by Tropi-Cal, USA, c. 1966.
Steel
Incredible Wave Slipper Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1970
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare majestic large-scale slipper chair and ottoman by the great Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal, circa 1970. Heavy wrought iron frame finished in bamboo, with handsome cane accents. E...
Wrought Iron
Sublime Restored Set of 10 Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
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 and completely ins...
Cane
Incredible Wave Lounge Chair and Ottoman Pair by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1970
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare pair of majestic large-scale slipper chairs and matching ottomans by the great Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal, circa 1970. Heavy wrought iron frame finished in bamboo, with hands...
Wrought Iron
$1,800 / set
Pair of Danny Ho Fong Cane Stools
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of cane and iron stools by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal c.1960s, USA. The stools feature iron frames and the original caning. Dimensions 14.75" width x 14.75" depth x 12.5" heig...
Wrought Iron
Danny Ho Fong, Chaise Longue, Wicker, Steel, USA, 1960s
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in High Point, NC
A wicker over stainless steel "Wave" chaise longue or daybed designed by Danny Ho Fong and produced by Tropi-Cal, USA, c. 1966.
Steel
Sectional Sofa Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal, Wicker and Mohair Modern
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A mid century modern three piece sectional sofa designed by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal furniture, circa 1965. This rare sofa with a solid mahogany frame and rattan case has a visual...
Mohair, Wicker
Incredible Pair of Caramel Cane Parsons Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1965
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chair frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery...
Cane, Mahogany
Sublime Restored Set of 10 Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
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 and completely ins...
Steel
Exquisite Set of 8 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent large set of restored Organic dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored an...
Cane, Hardwood
Exquisite Set of 10 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent large set of restored Organic dining chairs is Unique on the World market. The set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: ...
Cane, Hardwood
Exquisite Set of 12 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent large set of restored Organic dining chairs is Unique on the World market. The set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: ...
Cane, Hardwood
Exquisite Set of 14 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent large set of restored Organic dining chairs is Unique on the World market. The set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: ...
Cane, Hardwood
$1,495 / set
H 43.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Bar Counter Swiveling Stools by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 Granada bar stools in all original finish and condition. Designed by Arthur Umanoff for The Scott Boyeur Collection in the early 1960s. In...
Iron
Mid-Century Vintage Swivel Bar Stools 1970s
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful set of four mid-century modern bar stools circa 1970s. Each with a high back, padded backrest and swivel padded seats made of vinyl upholstery in a dark brown color. The ...
Upholstery
Set of Mid-Century Modern Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of four vintage modern bar stools feature a backless seat and a chrome base with a footrest. The two-tone vinyl is sure to complement a...
Chrome
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by The Fong Brothers, Los Angeles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six dining chairs in rattan and whicker designed and manufactured in Los Angeles California by The Fong Brothers company. The pieces are very comfortable, they can be used in...
Bamboo, Wicker
$3,600 / set
H 44 in W 17 in D 20.5 in
Set of 4 Hill Manufacturers Lucite & Chrome Swivel Bar Stools Mid-Century Modern
By Hill Manufacturing
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern fantastic and rare set of four Lucite 3 legged swivel bar stools with Chrome Round Footrest by Hill Manufacturers made in...
Chrome
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
Set of Three Vintage Modern Swivel Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish retro set of vintage modern bar stools feature vinyl swivel seats, sturdy metal frames, and circular metal footrest. Perfect set...
Chrome
Set of Three Woven Wicker Swivel Bar Stools
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A set of three woven wicker swivel bar stools.
Wicker, Bamboo
Set of Three Vintage Italian Bar Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great set of vintage Italian bar stools in great condition. Very solid and well made.
Steel
Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Edward Wormley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An oversized, comfortable lounge chair and ottoman. Manufactured by Dunbar.
Upholstery
John Risley Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By John Risley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Risley Lounge Chair and Ottoman Hand wrought in his studio C.1965 The People collection was discovered and distributed by Raymor Original Black Surface Some oxidation enameled ...
Steel
$1,069
H 42.13 in Dm 15.36 in
Wrought iron and wicker counter chair bar stool designed by Danny Ho Fong
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Berlin, DE
bar stool designed by Danny Ho Fong with wrought iron base and wicker/bamboo seat. The diameter given applies to the diameter of the seat. The base of th...
Wrought Iron
Rattan Bench by Danny Ho Fong, Circa 1960s
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in San Antonio, TX
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal rattan bench with iron base. This rattan bench is in good overall condition. Dimensions: 36" x 18" x 15" "Danny Ho Fong was a Chinese American Furnitur...
Iron
Miller Fong, Lounge Chair and ottoman, Wicker, Steel, USA, 1960s
By Tropi-cal, Miller Fong
Located in High Point, NC
A wicker over stainless steel lounge chair with ottoman designed by Miller Fong and produced by Tropi-Cal, USA, c. 1966. Dimensions of chair: 34” H x 53” W x 31” D Seat height: 12....
Steel
Vintage Mid Century "Lotus" Chair and Ottoman by Miller Yee Fong
By Tropi-cal, Miller Fong
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a rare "Lotus" chair and ottoman designed by Miller Yee Fong in 1968. This unique and oversized rattan chair could be used indoors or out and will surely grab attention in an...
Rattan
Miller Fong, Lounge Chairs, Wicker, Steel, USA, 1960s
By Tropi-cal, Miller Fong
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wicker over stainless steel lounge chairs designed by Miller Fong and produced by Tropi-Cal, USA, c. 1966.
Steel
Danny Ho Fong Wave Chair for Tropi-Cal Rattan and Steel, 1960s
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Dallas, TX
Danny Ho Fong designed this wave chair for Tropi-cal in the late 1960's. It consists of a steel frame and hand woven rattan. Its organic nature makes it perfect for a space that need...
Steel
Incredible Caramel Cane Parsons Sofa by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1965
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa frame is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert cu...
Cane, Mahogany
Danny Ho Fong, Wicker and Iron Dinette Chairs for Tropical
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Buffalo, NY
Danny Ho Fong, wicker and iron dinette chairs for Tropical, great set. Retains original orange Naugahyde seats. One seat has a tear. Extremely comfortab...
Iron
Danny Ho Fong Woven Cane Bench for Tropi-Cal
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular cane bench designed by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal in the United States circa 1960’s. This fabulous Mid-Century Modern bench maintains its original intricately woven wick...
Iron
Wave Chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron and rattan "Wave" chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal. Made in USA, circa 1969.
Iron
Lotus Chair and Ottoman by Miller Yee Fong for Tropi-Cal
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal, Miller Fong
Located in Houston, TX
Lotus chair and ottoman by Miller Yee Fng for Tropi-cal designed in 1968. Rattan is in nice vintage condition. Chair retains original black vinyl cushions. Fabulous statement piece! ...
Rattan, Wicker
"Lotus Chair" by Miller Yee Fong
By Tropi-cal
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
"Lotus Chair" by Miller Yee Fong.
Steel
Danny Ho Fong Rattan Lounge Chair
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danny Ho Fong's unique design for Tropi-Cal dates to the late 1950s or early 1960s and is a delightful mélange of traditional crafts and avant-garde design. A minimal, painted iron f...