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Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, circa 1950. Signed with brass tag. Features
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$3,400 Sale Price
22% Off
H 31 in W 21.5 in D 31 in
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs are reupholstered in a Maharam Mohair.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$6,800 / set
H 31.5 in W 24 in D 29.5 in
Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stylish and elegant slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's. Upholstered in Fret
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Architectural Designer Desk Chair By Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Architectural Designer Desk Chair By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wood shows some wear. I think
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Four
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Roanoke, VA
Rare set of four No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs were acquired from
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile

Dunbar Model No. 294W Desk Chair / Dining Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Deland, FL
The Model No. 294W chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar is the intersection of sophistication and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Early Pair of Leather Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705 An exceptional
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant from every angle! A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Swivel Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An early swivel chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with oak base and plush mohair
Category

Vintage 1950s Swivel Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Swivel Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Swivel Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$6,800
H 25 in W 29 in D 31 in
Eight Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 8 expertly refinished and reupholstered Dining Chairs in dark Mahogany with Knoll Cato
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Eight Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Eight Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$10,850 / set
H 33.5 in W 24 in D 23 in
Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chino Hills, CA
distinctive piece to elevate your interior, this Edward Wormley Executive Chair for Dunbar is an impeccable
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 35.5 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in
Four Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four Edward Wormley for Dunbar high back dining chairs with mahogany bases. Fully restored
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Four Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Four Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$8,500 / set
H 38 in W 19.5 in D 25.5 in
Pair of "Alexandria" Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this 1960s pair of "Alexandria" armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is an exquisite Pair of Slipper Chairs by the renowned designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Suede, Walnut

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$4,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 30 in W 25.25 in D 31 in
Alexandria Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare Dunbar Alexandria chair designed by Edward Wormley.
Category

Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar swivel chairs with walnut bases reupholstered in Holly Hunt
Category

Vintage 1950s Swivel Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$14,000 / set
H 27.25 in W 32 in D 27 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of early lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Bleached mahogany legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$14,000 / set
H 30 in W 32 in D 28 in
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of slipper chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.
Category

Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$6,800 / set
H 31 in W 25.5 in D 29 in
Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four tear drop slipper chairs on brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Category

Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$24,000 / set
H 31 in W 28 in D 29 in
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of mahogany based slipper chairs upholstered in a champagne silk velvet. Designed by Edward
Category

Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$7,800 / set
H 32 in W 23 in D 32 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with sculptural mahogany bases. Fully
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Channel Back Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An unusual and early design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This channel back lounge chair has
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Four Swivel Stools / Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four Edward Wormley for Dunbar swiveling stools / chairs with mahogany legs and chrome
Category

Vintage 1950s Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Janus Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
This pair of Janus chairs, designed by Edward Wormley, and manufactured by Dunbar furniture company
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Janus Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Janus Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$12,850 / set
H 27.5 in W 27 in D 27 in
Early Wingback Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c. 1940s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
An extremely rare pair of early wingback chairs model no. 1038 designed by Edward Wormley for
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Company. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$3,150 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 31 in W 26 in D 31 in
Scarce Large Scale Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Edward Wormley designed for Dunbar Furniture. Large scale highback lounge chairs featuring a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in dark Mahogany designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Two armchairs and
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$2,080 Sale Price / set
60% Off
H 33.5 in W 24 in D 23 in
Eight Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Expertly Restored.
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 8 dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This stunning set has been expertly
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Cane And Mahogany Dining Chair By Edward Wormley For Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in 1946. Model 4632, features tapered frames in a light
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Pair of Cane Back Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored pair of sculptural cane back chairs with mohair upholstery by Edward Wormley
Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of tear drop slipper chairs on brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Category

Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$12,000 / set
H 31 in W 28 in D 29 in
Set of Ten Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of ten dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Refinished walnut frames and
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Ten Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Set of Ten Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$24,000 / set
H 34 in W 20.5 in D 22 in
Eight High Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Refinished and reupholstered in a linen fabric.
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Four Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare set of four cane back dining chairs with mahogany frames. Designed by Edward Wormley for
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Set of Four Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$12,000 / set
H 39 in W 19 in D 22 in
Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Set of Six, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Amarillo, TX
Edward Wormley, two armchairs, and four side chairs. Dunbar, USA. Mahogany and leather. Signed
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Set of Six, 1950s
Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Set of Six, 1950s
$12,000 / set
H 34.5 in W 19.75 in D 21.5 in
Mahogany Dining Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar '4 Available'
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hudson, NY
The armless dining chair, shown here, is attributed to Edward Wormely for Dunbar. Featuring a splat
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Rare set of Four Antler Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare set of four model 5580 Antler chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Matching pair of
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, New Charcoal Gray Upholstery
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of two armless Slipper chairs / lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. The
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Beige Bouclé Sophia Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar - a Pair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neutral lacquered mahogany model 5000 or Sophia slipper chairs with tufted seat and back
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Pair of Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of mahogany lounge chairs with cane panels. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Exceptional Pair of Ash Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1967
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
lounge or armchairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This handsome design was initially
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Four Alexandria Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Elegant Modern at Its Best
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 4 Alexandria Chairs designed by Edward Wormley. One of Wormley's most coveted designs. These
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Single examples from this
Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Remarkable Set of 8 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Single examples from this
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Remarkable Set of 12 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Single examples from this
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool
By Gunlocke, Jens Risom, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Decatur, GA
"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Walnut

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Saber Leg Dining Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fraser, MI
Rare saber leg dining chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Listing is for 1 chair. Unrestored
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Club Chairs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stunning pair of oak framed chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, referred to as “Edward’s Chair
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Club Chairs
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Club Chairs
$3,250 / set
H 32.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chair circa 1950s with Original Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Comfortable armless lounge slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in beautiful plaid upholstery
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Lounge Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Southampton, NJ
Janus Collection lounge chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Ebonized sculpted walnut arms and legs
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Janus Collection lounge chairs By Edward Wormley for Dunbar USA, 20th
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs- A Pair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Great pair of lounge chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Features a seamless blend of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs- A Pair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs- A Pair
$4,200 / set
H 30 in W 31 in D 32 in
Swiveling Stool by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of swiveling vanity stools/chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in blue velvet
Category

Vintage 1950s Stools

Materials

Velvet

Swiveling Stool by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Swiveling Stool by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
$3,200 / item
H 30 in W 25 in D 21 in
Eight Edward Wormley Mahogany, Leather and Brass Dining Chairs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of eight mahogany wood and apricot leather curved panel back dining chairs by Edward Wormley
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Eight Edward Wormley Mahogany, Leather and Brass Dining Chairs
Eight Edward Wormley Mahogany, Leather and Brass Dining Chairs
$9,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 33.25 in W 20 in D 23 in
Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have an absolutely stunning pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
$5,080 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 31.75 in W 23 in D 28.5 in
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Chair By Edward Wormley For Dunbar For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic chair by edward wormley for dunbar available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and mahogany, every chair by edward wormley for dunbar was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a chair by edward wormley for dunbar — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A chair by edward wormley for dunbar is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Jack Lenor Larsen each produced at least one beautiful chair by edward wormley for dunbar that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chair By Edward Wormley For Dunbar?

The average selling price for a chair by edward wormley for dunbar at 1stDibs is $6,568, while they’re typically $850 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced.

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