Dunbar Swivel Chairs
American
Revered for its handcrafted and highly collectible mid-century modern sofas, coffee tables and other furnishings, Dunbar Furniture was founded in 1910 in Berne, Indiana, but it didn’t gain widespread recognition until the ’30s, following the introduction of its president to a designer who would leave an indelible mark on the company’s legacy: Edward Wormley.
After a stint at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Oswego, Illinois-born Wormley worked as an interior designer for Marshall Field’s before joining Dunbar in 1931. Initially focused on developing the company’s cheapest furniture line, which could be bought with soap coupons, he was soon leading Dunbar Furniture into a new era of residential furniture for modern American homes. He would serve as the company’s design director for over three decades, designing about 150 pieces each year.
During that time, he oversaw the production of designs in a wide range of materials, with influences ranging from Scandinavian modernism to Art Deco. There were modern upholstery pieces, like swiveling lounge chairs and low-slung sofas, and experiments with textural wood on bar carts and cabinets as well as minimal, sculptural tables and functional office furniture. A passionate collector of Tiffany Studios lamps, Wormley used their glass tiles in Dunbar tables in 1956. He also worked on the reproduction of pieces by designers such as Jean-Michel Frank and Richard Riemerschmid.
One standout Dunbar Furniture collection was Janus, introduced in the 1960s, with Austrian-born ceramicists Otto and Gertrud Natzler. These pieces see the Natzlers’ uniquely artful ceramic tiles set into several styles of wooden tables. They remain some of the most sought-after mid-century modern Dunbar pieces on the vintage market today. During the peak of his design career and, indeed, the height of Dunbar Furniture’s history, Wormley amassed a whopping 30 Good Design awards between 1950 and 1955 through the “Good Design” exhibition, hosted by the Chicago Merchandise Mart and the Museum of Modern Art. Dunbar today produces a limited selection of archival Wormley designs, but many sales of original Dunbar pieces are through the resale market.
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Creator: Dunbar
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair 1965
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair (1965)
Reupholstered in Pierre Frey "Bridget," a high-performance linen, wool, viscose, and polyamide blend.
Solid lacquered mahogany ba...
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1960s American Vintage Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé, Mahogany
Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Add some playful elegance to your space with these swiveling Dunbar chairs designed by Edward Wormley, circa 1960's. His signature style, defined by clean lines and architectural sim...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5522 Cane Swivel Chair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Troy, MI
Rare model 5522 desk chair or vanity stool from the First Lady Series Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1950s
Laminated wood and cane molded backrest with round seat on a ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Iconic swivel lounge chair designed by Edward Wormley for the Dunbar Furniture Company, model 5609 c. 1950/60's. The chair features a dark wood four leg base, with an upholstered se...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chair, C. 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
A swivel lounge chair designed by the iconic Edward Wormely for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, fitted with new high-grade hand cut foam with all insides full...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant from every angle! A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. These clean-lined chairs elevate comfortable lounging to new...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Mohair, Wood
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. These clean-lined chairs elevate comfortable lounging to new heights of sophistication...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Leather, Wood
Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley dunbar swivel lounge chair.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery
Edward Wormley Swivel Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley Swivel Chair, laminated flat spindles, seat and crest rail with, X base with solid mahogany tapered legs.
Newly upholstered button tufted seat with Spinneybeck leather...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Swivel Chairs
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Leather, Mahogany
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Dunbar swivel chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Dunbar swivel chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Dunbar swivel chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original swivel chairs by Dunbar were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider swivel chairs by Charles Hollis Jones, Michael Wolk, and Harvey Probber. Prices for Dunbar swivel chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $18,950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,825.
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Questions About Dunbar Swivel Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Dunbar furniture, search your piece for maker's markings. Some pieces feature a D-shaped metal tag, while others bear a metal plaque with the brand name etched on its surface, with or without the company's location: Berne, Indiana. Dunbar also branded its name onto the wood frames of certain furnishings. Upholstered pieces will most likely have the brand name on a label sewn onto a cushion. If you have difficulty locating a maker's mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer will assist you. Shop a variety of Dunbar furniture on 1stDibs.
- Where is Dunbar Furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dunbar furniture is made in High Point, North Carolina. The original location of the company was Berne, Indiana. Its relocation occurred after Currey & Co. bought Dunbar from founder James Wormley in 1970. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dunbar furniture.