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.
Wool, Mahogany
First Generation “Oasis” Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar, 1939
By Edward Wormley
Located in Round Rock, TX
Edward Wormley for Dunbar. First generation Oasis sofa, designed circa 1939.
Fabric
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.
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Oasis Sofa in Navy Blue Velvet
Located in Dallas, TX
This iconic and very hard to find sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar was named the Oasis sofa.
Upholstery, Mahogany
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 Wormley's most treasured designs.
Rosewood
Sculptural Charcoal Wool Felt Upholstered Settee
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully sculpted settee freshly reupholsered in charcoal wool felt. Evocative of the Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, designed for Dunbar. Clean lined walnut legs and the compact size ...
Sculptural Charcoal Wool Felt Upholstered Settee
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully sculpted settee freshly reupholsered in charcoal wool felt. Evocative of the Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, designed for Dunbar. Clean lined walnut legs and the compact size ...
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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A generously proportioned Oasis sofa that features a distinctive crescent shape accented by raised ends, the entire form floating atop seven turned dowel legs. Upholstered in a r...
Walnut, Upholstery
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley for Dunbar curved sofa, Model 5200 on 7" solid rosewood legs. Reupholstered with Great Plains mohair. seat depth: 17"
Rosewood, Upholstery
Dunbar Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Oasis sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Modern curved Edward Wormley for Dunbar Red Oasis sofa Knoll fabric is in great shape Aluminum silver legs Made circa 1990.
Fabric
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Oasis Sofa, Model 5200
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
This is an outstanding sofa design by Edward Wormley, the iconic Oasis sofa.
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, upholstered in the finest thick patinated cognac leather, literally oozing with warmth and ri...
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.
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 for Dunbar in the 1930s.
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 and created in the 1930s when he first began his tenure at the Dunbar furniture comp...
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 restored and sitting lightly on a recessed walnut base. The new upholstery is soft and ...
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.
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.
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.
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 modern replica when you can have the quality and authenticity of the real deal.
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 mohair, legs are patinated brass. There is some soiling to the fabric however it is...
Brass
Midcentury Oasis Sofa on Brass Legs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
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 Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-Century Sofa in the style of Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Bantam, CT
Elegant sloped arm sofa, comfortable proportions. Sofa was reupholstered in a Maharam wool tweed. Shows minor wear, general good condition.
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Antique Blue Painted Cupboard Dated 1850
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Blue Painted Cupboard dated 1850 Period: dated 1850 Origin: Tyrolean area, Germany Wood type: Fir Height: 175 cm 68.89 in Width: 125 cm (138 cm with frame) 49.21 in (54.33...
Fir
$4,500 / set
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
$39,560 / set
H 28.75 in W 92.52 in D 33.47 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Italian Solid Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofas
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Italian midcentury modern design three-seater sofa and two-seater sofa from the “Artona” series designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s with solid woo...
Fabric, Wood
Pendant light for Taito by Paavo Tynell, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Nagykovácsi, Central Hungary
Unique Early Paavo Tynell pendant light for Taito from 1930s. Features a frosted glass plate above a round cased glass shade. Condition: Signs of age and use, including rust. Manuf...
Brass, Iron
$142,000 / set
H 29.34 in W 63.78 in D 63.78 in
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Dining Set in Carved Pine
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, unique set of seven dining armchairs with table, solid pine, Italy, 1970s This unique dining ensemble is among the finest works we have en...
Pine
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the Style of Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the style of Josef Frank, ottoman has four solid wood bun feet, fabric is by Robert Allen. Ready for a new home, excellent condition.One ottoman ready to ...
Cotton, Wood
$5,412 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Italian Architectural Armchairs in Cypress Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of dining chairs, cypress wood, Italy, 1970s These armchairs embrace an impressive architectural design with rounded contours and substantial lines. While it draws inspiration ...
Cypress
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...
Velvet, Walnut
$2,160 / item
H 10 in W 16 in D 16 in
Collectible Modern Fabric Sculptural Table Lamp by Mirei Monticelli, Aphrodite
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Aphrodite lamp takes form from the godess Venus born of sea-spray, depicted by the revered painter Sandro Boticelli. The lampshade is made from banaca fabric, and the lamp base i...
Cement
Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue fabric sofa or settee attributed to Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, c. 1950s. For reference study model "Mikki" for Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri Ab, Finland. We...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Thomas Pheasant for Baker Max Tufted Club Chairs
By Thomas Pheasant, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Hollywood modern pair of large max club chairs or lounge chairs designed by Thomas Pheasant for Baker. The chairs feature a large hardwood frame with slightly different but complemen...
Brass
$58,177
H 64.57 in W 37.8 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Modern Unique Cabinet by Axel Einar Hjorth, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Unique bar cabinet by Axel Einar Hjorth, in a strikingly decorative design with elegant details. Made from mahogany with floral motif inlays in birch and rosewood. Lighting inside. M...
Mahogany
$37,500
H 29.34 in W 177.17 in D 137.8 in
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Hans Hopfer, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte 'Castell' modular sofa, leather, Austria, design 1972 Stunning and sizable modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte. This grand ...
Leather
Pink Quartz Bubble Sconces by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink quartz bubble sconces with the polished brass finishes. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC. Each sconce installed four sockets. Use four 60w LED warm light bulbs. Total 240...
Rock Crystal
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.