Title: Restored 8 Piece "Far Horizon" Rattan Livingroom Set by John Wisner For Ficks Description: Rare Mid Century 8 Piece "Far Horizon" collection Dark Rattan Sofa, Chair & Table Livingroom set with a designed John Wisner for Ficks reed reminiscent of James Mont that has an Asian-influenced Mid Century design and original cushions. Inspired by the tropical lands of the East, this bamboo sofa features stylish woven panels along the backrest and bamboo-tied joints. Campaign-style brushed aluminum caps punctuate the pagoda-style backrest. The cushions pictured in these photos are for display use only, we might have them please ask. All cushions are C.O.M. (customer's own material) simply send us your Fabric and we will have the cushions made for you. New cushions take 2 weeks to be completed. We always have white Naugahyde cushions in stock. The set includes a Sofa, 2 lounge chairs, 2 end tables, a coffee table, a table lamp, and an ottoman. Measurements Lamp: 29" Tall X 8" Diameter 3-seat Couch: 31" High X 76" Wide X 31" Deep Coffee Table: 21" High X 42" Wide X 21" Long End Tables: 24" High X 30" Wide X 21" Deep Ottoman: 15" tall X 24" Wide X 24" Deep Armchairs: 31" tall X 25" Wide X 31" Deep 1950, United States We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made by the best and most well-known American designers and manufacturers including: Ritts Company. (Herb Sr. and Shirley Ritts) Tropitan Seven Seas Rattan Paul Frankl Tropical Sun Rattan These designers and companies helped to popularize rattan furniture in the United States during the 1930s through the 1960s. Shirley Ritts was the mother of photographer and music video director Herb Ritts Jr. Shirley Ritts was born in Baltimore, Maryland on October 28, 1920. Herb Ritts Sr. also invented the "S springs" under the cushions in the early 50s and replaced the wrapping with preformed plastic. Paul Frankl came from New York just before the Depression after a great run designing his renowned Skyscraper furniture line. He designed and decorated the homes of Hollywood’s top stars and producers from his Beverly Hills shop. Paul Laszló was a Hungarian-born architect and interior designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built his reputation while designing interiors for houses in the 1950s to 60s, Including rattan furniture into his own style. C.W. Fishbeck started Tropical Sun Rattan of Pasadena in 1905. Tropical Sun produced top quality real rattan furniture in the Philippines where most of the above designers also had their designs made. He had showrooms across the country. We have in stock at this time a vast array of rattan from all of these designers, decorators, and architects; their sofas, chairs, and tables, just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s. All rattan, bamboo, and wicker furniture has been painstakingly refurbished to the highest standards with the best materials. All refinishing is done by rattan workers with over 30 years of experience. Every wrapping and joint has been inspected by “The Rattan Man” Harvey Schwartz to guarantee you the finest product available, to enjoy for years to come in your home or office. Additional Information: Creator:
Ficks Reed (Maker),John Wisner (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 8
Materials and Techniques:
Rattan
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
1950
Condition:
ExcellentRefinished. excellent.
Seller Location:
Van Nuys, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 20K20117_Set_S2.MS.LN1stDibs: LU947435735312
Reserve: $11,030.00
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