Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in camel wool, mahogany
Fabric, Mahogany
$26,500
H 31.5 in W 111 in D 43 in
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare, Iconic "Oasis Sofa" designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar, 1950s. Super
Upholstery
1956 Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
The ultimate sofa-sensuous, modern, & utterly beautiful. The 'Oasis' is among Edward
Rosewood
Sculptural Charcoal Wool Felt Upholstered Settee
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley Oasis Sofa, designed for Dunbar. Clean lined walnut legs and the compact size make it perfect for
Sculptural Charcoal Wool Felt Upholstered Settee
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley Oasis Sofa, designed for Dunbar. Clean lined walnut legs and the compact size make it perfect for
Wood
early Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A crescent shaped "Oasis" sofa with high back ends. By Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940's.
Upholstery
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A generously proportioned Oasis sofa that features a distinctive crescent shape accented by raised
Walnut, Upholstery
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley for Dunbar curved sofa, Model 5200 on 7" solid rosewood legs. Reupholstered with Great
Rosewood, Upholstery
Dunbar Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Oasis sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored. New charcoal mohair upholstery
the Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A curved sofa on tapered walnut legs retaining the gold upholstery.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Red Oasis Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Houston, TX
Modern curved Edward Wormley for Dunbar Red Oasis sofa Knoll fabric is in great shape Aluminum
Fabric
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Oasis Sofa, Model 5200
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
This is an outstanding sofa design by Edward Wormley, the iconic Oasis sofa. Its inviting and
Upholstery
Edward Wormley Cognac Leather "Oasis" Curved Sofa for Dunbar, 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Coronado, CA
An absolutely jaw-dropping "Oasis" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa early 1950s
Leather
Dunbar Oasis Curved Pink Mohair Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Oasis curved sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, circa 1950. Recently re
Fabric, Mohair, Wood
Edward Wormley 1st-Generation "Oasis" Curved Sofa for Dunbar in Mohair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Coronado, CA
This magnificently chic and uber rare 1st-generation "Oasis" sofa was designed by Edward Wormley
Mohair, Mahogany
Dunbar Oasis Settee by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Oasis sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. New purple mohair over bronze finish legs.
Bronze
Sold
H 37 in W 92.5 in D 32 in
Edward Wormley Dunbar Oasis Sofas in Ivory Boucle Early First Generation 1930s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
The price listed is per sofa. This is a rare first edition Oasis Sofa designed by Edward Wormley
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Raleigh, NC
This sofa is an excellent example of modern elegance. An extraordinary substantial piece fully
Upholstery
Dunbar Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Early and rare oasis sofa model #5200 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Pair available.
Fabric
Dunbar Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Early and rare oasis sofa model #5200 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and
Mohair
Dunbar Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Early and rare oasis sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Model 5200. Fully restored. New
Mohair
Authentic Early Midcentury Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A rare classic to behold in this stunning vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa. Why settle for a
Fabric
"Oasis" Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
Wonderful and stylish sofa from the midcentury period. The sofa sit's deep, it is upholstered in
Brass
Midcentury Oasis Sofa on Brass Legs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
. Similar design to the oasis sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, also of Berne Indiana.
Brass
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Surprise, AZ
An extremely rare example of an early crescent shaped Oasis sofa with high back ends designed by
Upholstery, Mahogany
Brass Modern Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Elegant all brass form with wonderful patina. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standard L...
Brass
Perforated Galvanized Steel Lin Table Lamp by Muhly Studio
By Muhly
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Muhly's Lin Lighting Collection was inspired by environmental artist Maya Lin's 2001 work, Ecliptic, in which the locations of stars were envisioned as points of light embedded in a ...
Steel
$2,053
H 0.3 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in
Gold piquet small tortoiseshell box with lover’s eye. France circa 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
Small round box with lid, made of blond tortoiseshell with 18K gold intaglio finishes. On the lid is written, in French, the phrase Gage d’amitié (as a sign of friendship). Inside, o...
Gold
$10,720 / set
H 30.91 in W 20.28 in D 17.13 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" dining chairs with armrests for B&B Italia, cognac leather, Italy, 1973, set of four. The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of the “12...
Walnut, Leather
Sexy Midcentury Side Table Design by Monteverdi Young
By Monteverdi-Young
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sexy pair of side table by Montervi Young, the patina is allot nicer in person, made of walnut wood.
Wood, Walnut
Contemporary Art Deco Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms Pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$5,737 / set
H 23.63 in W 34.65 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Carlotta Lounge Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A striking pair of Italian lounge chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, this early edition of the iconic Carlotta model, manufactured late 1960s/ early 1970s, embodie...
Wood, Fabric, Foam
$4,710 / set
H 10.24 in W 18.9 in D 14.57 in
Anthroposophical Wall Mounted Bedside Cabinets In Hand Crafted Ash Wood, c. 1930
By Felix Kayser
Located in Berlin, DE
Anthroposophical wall mounted bedside cabinets in hand crafted ash wood, Germany, c. 1930
Wood, Ash
$1,201 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Large Murano Vintage Candy pendant soft yellow swirl glass, made in Italy
Located in København, DK
Large new Italian Murano Vintage Candy pendant ceiling lamp in a beautiful soft yellow shade. Mouth-blown glass in round shape with swirl pattern. E27 socket. Comes with adjustable s...
Murano Glass
Sold|$917 / item
H 27.56 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
1970s Josef Hurka Rare Geometric Pendant Lamp for Napako, 6 items available
By Napako, Josef Hurka
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Restored and newly lacquered - Rewired - 4x E26-E27 bulb - US wiring compatible
Chrome
$68,000
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Jacques Adnet - A French 1950s Desk with Lamp by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jacques Adnet - A fine French Mid-Century rectangular desk and lamp, with a black lacquered metal base, pivoting leather covered drawer, saddle-stitched leather mail holder, briefca...
Metal
Dovetail 4 x 2 Vinyl Storage Cabinet
By Blake Tovin, Andrew Forseth, Matt Richmond
Located in Nyack, NY
Our dovetail vinyl storage cabinets utilize a “file drawer” approach to store LPs and allow you to easily flip through an entire record collection while enjoying a visual display of ...
Brass
Green Quartz Bubbles sconces by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of green Quartz bubble rock crystal sconces with the polish brass mounted. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC. Each sconce installed four sockets. Use four 60W LED warm light bulbs....
Rock Crystal
Jacques Adnet 1930s Side Table with Glass Shelf
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Jacques Adnet (1901-1984). Side table in satinwood with original clear glass shelf, gilt bronze mounts. France, 1930s. Dimensions: 30 x 16 x 25 H.
Bronze
Jacques Adnet Brass and Leather Side Table / Catchall, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning red leather side table / catchall by French designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame wrapped in a beautiful red leather with glass catchall on top. A large ring with three brass ...
Brass, Iron
$9,180
H 30 in W 72 in D 30 in
Made to Order Carved Stone Mission Dining Table with Carved Baluster Form Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
**** NOTE: we are currently unable to offer custom sizes of the item due to weight, mold and cost restraints. **** Made to Order Unique Carved Stone Mission Dining Table with Carved ...
Stone, Cast Stone, Concrete
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.