Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An outstanding Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Model 6329 Angle sofa newly upholstered in a Raf Simons teal velvet with leather trim.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Janus Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Janus Sofa This sofa measures: 82 wide x 36 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height 17 inches Great Vintage Condition - Upholstery is in Exc...
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Janus Sofas - Pair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Janus Sofas - Pair Each sofa measures: 82 wide x 36 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height 17 inches Great Vintage Condition - Upholstery i...
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa This sofa measures: 103 wide x 34 deep x 31.25 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches Great Vintage Condition - Sofa Ba...
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Janus Sofa Corner Table
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Janus Sofa Corner Table This table measures: 74 wide x 28.25 deep x 30 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Small Areas of Stain Wea...
Mahogany
Monumental Dunbar "Janus Sofa" by Edward Wormley
By André Dunoyer de Segonzac, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Large-scale "Janus sofa" by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Wide angle sofa model #6329.
Mahogany, Velvet
Sold
H 31 in W 102 in D 48 in
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofas in Raf Simons Velvet w/ Leather
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An outstanding pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Model 6329 Angle sofas newly upholstered in a Raf Simons teal velvet with leather trim.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley Reupholstered 'Janus' Sofa with Green Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus sofa model 6392A, reupholstered in green fabric, mahogany, United States, 1960s.
Fabric, Mahogany
Janus Sofa Dunbar-edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Janus sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Original Jack Lenor Larsen "Happiness" fabric on mahogany base. *** $24,000 for pair - or - $12,000 for a single sofa
Wood, Fabric
Janus Sofa #6329 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Janus sofa #6329 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stunning sofa recently restored in champagne velvet with tufting.
Mahogany
Janus sofa Dunbar-Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Janus sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Original Jack Lenor Larsen "Happiness" fabric on mahogany base. *** $24,000 for pair - or - $12,000 for a single sofa
Wood, Fabric
Sold
H 31.5 in W 102 in D 44 in
Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled "Janus" Sofa Model 6329
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous and unique modern wide angle sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar for their "Janus" collection, model #6329.
Sold
H 30.5 in W 80 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Janus Collection
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Toledo, OH
A beautiful Edward Wormley sofa for Dunbar from the Janus Collection, circa 1960s.
Edward Wormley Janus Collection Sofa For Dunbar
Located in Chicago, IL
This extremely rare sofa heralded the resurgence of Wormley at Dunbar, as part of his Janus collection.
Mahogany
Edward Wormley Janus Day Bed/Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley for Dunbar Janus Group Daybed/ Sofa Reupholstered with Great Plains Boucle
Mahogany, Upholstery
Angled Janus Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An angled Janus sofa on mahogany frame. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Janus Corner Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Stamford, CT
A Janus Collection corner sofa produced by Dunbar and designed by Edward Wormley.
Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Style Sofa in Castel Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
We have reupholstered this beautiful graceful sofa in a high quality fabric by Castel. Refinished mahogany base, four pillows on back. Looks new !!
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley Dunbar Janus Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Janus sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa early 1950's.
Mahogany
Monumental "Janus" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental angular "Janus" sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sofa has a sturdy frame and retains original upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
Wide Angle "Janus" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
Uniquely designed wide Angle "Junas" sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model #6329. Sofa is comfortably proportioned and newly upholstered in woven silk of the period. Mahogany base...
Silk
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
We specialize in high-quality mid-century modern furnishing, and this Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair exemplifies our commitment to timeless eleg...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 35.44 in W 102.37 in D 31.5 in
Edward Wormley Model 6329 Janus Sofa, Jack Lenor Larsen Flamestitch Velvet 1960s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Edward Wormley Model 6329 Janus sofa, Jack Lenor Larsen Flamestitch velvet 1960s. Made in Berne, Indiana. Iconic v-angled design from seminal Janus Collection by Edward Wormley. Labe...
Velvet, Mahogany
Janus Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in New York, NY
Janus sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fantastic eight foot sofa with ebonized mahogany base.
Mahogany, Velvet, Upholstery
Janus Sofa, Model 6329, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dorchester, MA
Edward Wormley created this striking sofa, model 6329, for Dunbar's Janus Collection.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Janus Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dorchester, MA
This large sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar's Janus Collection.
Upholstery
Edward Wormly for Dunbar Mid-Century Janus Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Completely original Dunbar sofa Designed by Edward Wormley.
Wood
Pair of rare Janus Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare pair of Janus sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sofas are in original condition, and the foam has hardened in certain areas.
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of rare sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection
Located in Hollywood, CA
These sofas are part of the Janus collection which heralded the resurgence of Wormley at Dunbar.
Mahogany
Sold
H 30.5 in W 80 in D 43 in
Angular Janus Collection Sofa, Model 6329, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dorchester, MA
Edward Wormley designed this sofa, model 6329, as part of his famous Janus collection for Dunbar.
Upholstery, Mahogany
$34,323
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$24,975
H 31 in W 94 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist sofa, upholstered in luxurious smoked sapphire blue velvet and featuring sculptural supports, is a masterful example of the work of celebrated American de...
Velvet, Wood
$8,598 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$75,500 / set
H 87 in W 119 in D 18 in
Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Architecturally-inspired this breathtaking three part brass Curved China cabinet set by Mastercraft, inviting drama into any space. Dedicated to creating hand-constructed furnishings...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...
Canvas, Velvet, Walnut
Max Ingrand for Fontana Art pendant light. Italy c1950
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in London, GB
Rare Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte pendant light. Brass and acid etched glass. (A model that hasn't been copied!)
Brass
$3,490 / item
H 35 in W 86 in D 40 in
Modern English Sofa in Chestnut Brown in Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Chestnut color. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with classic ...
Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Down
JMF Chair by Forsyth
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The JMF Chair is inspired by and in homage to the lean, modern lines and silhouettes created by design icon Jean-Michel Frank. 1 and a quarter inch solid oak, richly stained, is hand...
Oak
$22,969
H 27.56 in Dm 118.12 in
Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare extra large 'Gilda' circle sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1972. The sofa is manufactured by 'Roset' the company name of Ligne Roset prior to 1...
Metal
$25,000
H 29 in W 81 in D 33 in
Rare T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Bleached Walnut & Vellum Strap Sofa Settee
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare, likely custom ordered Sofa or Settee, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings with a bleached Walnut frame and Vellum Strapping. Stunning, elegant neo-classical design. One long ...
Walnut
Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Jim Sofa XL Size By Proisy Studio. Numbered Edition. The Jim sofa stands as the centerpiece of Proisy Studio’s Modern Cowboy collection, a sculptural oversized curved sofa, 3 to 5-...
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white bouclé fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Seat height: 14”
Fabric, Wood
$99,500
H 27.17 in W 116.93 in D 51.19 in
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc, sofa, model '6999', reupholstered in “Bold” by Pierre Frey, walnut, United States, made 1950s This mid-century modern sofa, designed by Vladim...
Fabric, Walnut
Douglas Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Douglas sofa is a low-slung sofa with a down-wrapped seat cushion and solid American walnut or white oak legs. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ang...
Mohair, Walnut
$13,950 / item
H 20 in Dm 11 in
Hanging Pendant Caged Light Sculpture Hand-Blown Glass Blackened Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 1 - LARGE J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The collection...
Steel
As the longtime director of design for the Dunbar furniture company, Edward Wormley was, along with such peers as George Nelson at Herman Miller Inc., and Florence Knoll of Knoll Inc., one of the leading forces in bringing modern design into American homes in the mid-20th century. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work has an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets it apart from other furnishings of the era.
Wormley was born in rural Illinois and as a teenager took correspondence courses from the New York School of Interior Design. He later attended the Art Institute of Chicago but ran out of money for tuition before he could graduate. Marshall Field hired Wormley in 1930 to design a line of reproduction 18th-century English furniture; the following year he was hired by the Indiana-based Dunbar, where he quickly distinguished himself. It was a good match.
Dunbar was an unusual firm: it did not use automated production systems; its pieces were mostly hand-constructed. For his part, Wormley did not use metal as a major component of furniture; he liked craft elements such as caned seatbacks, tambour drawers, or the woven-wood cabinet fronts seen on his Model 5666 sideboard of 1956. He designed two lines for Dunbar each year — one traditional, one modern — until 1944, by which time the contemporary pieces had become the clear best sellers.
Many of Wormley’s signature pieces — chairs, sofas, tables and more — are modern interpretations of traditional forms. His 1946 Riemerschmid Chair — an example is in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art — recapitulates a late 19th-century German design. The long, slender finials of his Model 5580 dining chairs are based on those of Louis XVI chairs; his Listen-to-Me Chaise (1948) has a gentle Rococo curve; the “Precedent” line that Wormley designed for Drexel Furniture in 1947 is a simplified, pared-down take on muscular Georgian furniture. But he could invent new forms, as his Magazine table of 1953, with its bent wood pockets, and his tiered Magazine Tree (1947), both show. And Wormley kept his eye on design currents, creating a series of tables with tops that incorporate tiles and roundels by the great modern ceramicists Otto and Gertrud Natzler.
As the vintage items on 1stDibs demonstrate, Edward Wormley conceived of a subdued sort of modernism, designing furniture that fits into any decorating scheme and does not shout for attention.
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.