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What materials did Edward Wormley use?
Edward Wormley used a variety of materials over the course of his career. Among them were laminated wood, brass, marble and silk. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently, his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work have an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets them apart from other furnishings of the era. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Edward Wormley furniture.
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool
By Edward Wormley
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in camel wool, mahogany, United States, design 1952 The 'Oasis' sofa is designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Woven Front Cabinet for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Edward J Wormley Manufacturer: Dunbar Materials: Walnut-Stained Mahogany Wood, Metal Accents Designed by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar in the 1950s, this exceptional cabi...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Rare Edward Wormley Model #5719, La Gondola Sofa, Dunbar, 1957
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Culver City, CA
Some sofas sit in a room. This one floats in it. Released by Dunbar in 1957 as a limited edition piece, the La Gondola is arguably Edward Wormley's most iconic design ~ and coming f...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Woven Front Credenza in Ribbon Mahogany with Brass Accents for Du
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in San Diego, CA
A masterwork of American modern design, this exceptional credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar beautifully illustrates why Wormley remains one of the most celebrated furniture design...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ivory Velvet Sofa w Hexagonal Walnut Legs, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa (1950s), produced in Berne, Indiana, and embodying the designer's celebrated ability to balance refined modernism with timeless comfort. Res...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley 'New York' Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture / DUX of Sweden, sofa model 5316, faux leather, metal, wood, United States, design 1952 This three-seat sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for D...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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