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.
Find a collection of authentic vintage Dunbar Furniture today on 1stDibs.
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Interlocking Tables, Coffee / Console
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Buffalo, NY
A rare set of nesting tables designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This set can be arranged together or separately in multiple configurations, cocktail table and console table, Stun...
Laminate, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk with Drop Leaves and File Cabinet in Dark Finish
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Uncommon Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley model no.301-A designed compact desk for Dunbar, with two drop leaf extensions and model no.302-A pedestal file cabinet on wheels. Desk has...
Brass
Remarkable Set of 12 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Sin...
Cane, Mahogany
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Coffee Table
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 54.25 wide x 29.25 deep x 17.5 inches high Good Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a ...
Mahogany
Large Edward Wormley Donut Ottoman for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Original Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar. Foam and fabric are new, springs are original. Expertly reupholstered. Original casters. Center cushion is removable.
Fabric, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk in Tawi Walnut & Steel
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and rare drop leaf desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Tawi Walnut & Steel. USA, circa 1950. Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Desk Hardwood veneers Berne, Indiana Angular...
Metal
Lacquered Low Chest by Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A handsome and versatile custom chest attributed to Roger Sprunger for Dunbar, newly reimagined in a warm faux ivory finish that lends the piece a refined, textural elegance. With it...
Brass
Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Beautiful Original Condition, Tan Silk Fabric
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Tufted seat and back sofa designed by Edward Wormley. Dark stained African mahogany cross stretcher base with floating ends. The silk blend original fabric is in amazingly good condi...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Edward Wormley Walnut Side Tables for Dunbar, 1974
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Hamburg, PA
These exquisite Dunbar walnut side tables, designed by the legendary Edward Wormley, epitomize Mid-Century Modern sophistication. Crafted with rich walnut grain and a polished finish...
Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Chair and Footstool, C. 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
Historic set of lounge chair and ottoman designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, reupholstered in embossed velvet by Holly Hunt. Walnut refinishe...
Velvet, Walnut
New Reupholstered Dunbar Tuxedo Loveseat in Ultra Fabric 66.5"
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is an even arm Tuxedo loveseat by Dunbar Furniture. It has 3 cushioned seats and is on casters for easy movability. It has be newly reupholstered in a rich off white Ultra Fabri...
Fabric
over-sized Dunbar End Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Charleston, WV
Dunbar, Edward Wormley, USA, Model 4478 table, New World Group, Enduring Modern collection Series. Linen White Lacquer over mahogany circa 1949, 30 1/8" deep and wide. 24 7/8" tall....
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Denton, TX
Two Edward Wormley cabinets with corrugated wood sliding doors and center drawer section in a grey brown finish Each cabinet is 20" deep by 49" wide by 31.25 high.
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar #5473 Stationary Chest - Desk Top Secretary Organizer
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Fairy scarce 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar office desk top stationary chest or organizer / secretary. Model #5473, designed in 1954, cabinet is made of mahogany, on custom brass fe...
Brass
Expertly Restored Roger Sprunger Dunbar Model #7111 Maple Burl Cabinet Sideboard
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made in the early 1970s by prestigious American furniture maker Dunbar, this piece was designed by Roger Sprunger, who spent the better part of three decades at Dunbar. Many of Dunba...
Brass
Dunbar Mahogany Console Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Denton, TX
Parsons style simple console table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar furniture company. This classic style is always relevant.
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair, Horseshoe curved back with original leather-covered armrests, solid mahogany frame, brass exposed screws...
Leather, Mahogany
Table Top Jewelry Chest, Walnut, Brass Pulls Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Signed
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare table top jewelry case / cabinet designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Signed with the brass Dunbar metal tag. Walnut case and brass pulls. Two drawers...
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Arm Chairs or Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Hamburg, PA
A classic pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar armchairs. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architecture and g...
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's) Base: Solid walnut with Shepard double-wheel casters Features: Tilt, swivel, and lock mechanism Design Details: Button-tufted leather...
Leather, Walnut
$4,600 / item
No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Bleached mahogany, fabric. A great model that rarely comes up on the se...
Fabric, Mahogany
Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Restored
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Dunbar Mid-Century Modern lounge chair on solid brass cone shape legs by Edward Wormley.
Brass
$5,510Sale Price|49% Off
Rosewood and Mahogany Receptionist Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1960
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular fully restored and sought-after model #452 'Roll Top' desk was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar and features beautifully grained Rosewood and Ebonized Mahogany, designed and made in the 1960s. Most examples of this design are regular desk height however this example was custom made to be a receptionist desk...
Mahogany, Rosewood
Pair of Parson End Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with hand painted tiles
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Parson End Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with hand-painted tiles by Artist Maire Linna Wood frame with six hand-painted inset tiles depicting gnarled trees. This is the...
Ceramic, Walnut
Tall Round Center Coffee Table Chrome and Glass
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass round coffee table by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar. This table is 22" higher which higher then usu...
Chrome
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 20 wide x 22.5 deep x 31.25 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches Each captains ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4487 Mahogany Bar Cart. USA 1950's.
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sophisticated Edward Wormley for Dunbar drop-leaf bar and serving cart, dating to the early 1950s. The design is documented as Model 4487, one of Wormley’s particularly distinctive...
Mahogany
$4,800 / set
Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Edward Wormley slipper chairs for Dunbar with dark mahogany bases and original black velvet upholstery. The upholstery has faded to an interesting shade of aubergine. Includes downfi...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Bronze and Glass Coffee Table by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish, and sophisticated coffee table designed bye Roger Sprunger for Dunbar circa 1970's. This version features an architectural metal star form base of solid bronze, which ...
Bronze
Edward Wormley Travertine Coffee Table ~ Model 5574
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Travertine marble round top coffee table with dark brown lacquered ash wood base accented in brass by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Model 5574z USA, c. 1955 / c. 1960. Features gold ...
Travertine, Brass
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Desk Chair
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Desk Chair, reupholstered with Spinneybeck Leather. High quality structure and mechanisms, tilt swivels and is adjustable, Label on underside Metal "D" Dunb...
Chrome
Edward Wormley Dunbar Horseshoe dining or desk chair model 935
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Ferndale, MI
Edward Wormley design for Dunbar furniture Horsehoe chairs model 935 . This is a first generation chair . Backrest and arm are laminated wood as opposed to later version of solid wo...
Leather, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base Dining Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four Mid-Century Modern x-base dining chairs By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Solid walnut frames with "x" stretchers, and upholstered...
Upholstery, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cantilevered End Table c.1955 / Classic Modernist
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Buffalo, NY
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cantilevered End Table c.1955 / Classic Modernist. Sleek , simple elegant design..Retains it's original finish , patina. nice original condition.. also reta...
Birch
1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa Mid Century Modern
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional 1950s Mid-Century Modern bracket back sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, ( it has no label or maker’s mark). This iconic piece showcases Wormley’s timeless sophi...
Fabric, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Cane and Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - 6
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Cane and Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 34.25 high, with a seat height of 17.2...
Cane, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar King-Size Mahogany Headboard, Circa 1955
By Breaad, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American king-size headboard with unique horizontal louvered panels of light mahogany extending the width of the bed. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY) Wear ...
Mahogany
Modernist sideboard cabinet unique bronze hardware by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A walnut server with central compartment having a removable glass-bottom serving tray & one adjustable shelf, flanked by two banks of four drawers over one long drawer all with b...
Brass
1970s Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza / Sideboard With Travertine Top
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional mid-century modern walnut sideboard credenza by Dunbar, dating from the 1970s. This elegant piece showcases the refined craftsmanship and timeless design associated with ...
Travertine
Dunbar Lounge Chair designed by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Fabric, Mahogany
$4,700
Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Gorgeous Dunbar bracket back sofa in cream silk fabric with walnut legs and back supports. 73" long x 31" deep x 28" high. Seat depth 21", seat hei...
Silk, Walnut
$5,120Sale Price|20% Off
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Drop Leaf Bar Cart Model 4487, circa 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This beautiful Dunbar Model 4487 bar cart was designed by Edward Wormley in the early 1950s and features the iconic and whimsical silhouette form made from bent mahogany wood. Dunbar produced some of the most elegant and sought after midcentury furnishings of the time, and this bar cart exemplifies the merger of artful design with function. The bentwood frame is complimented by curved drop leaves that add counter space for preparing your favorite cocktails or for displaying tasty hors d'oeuvres. The top shelf is made of glass - which makes clean up easy and worry free with no risk of staining. Ready to serve? Bottom trays are removable for presentation and for serving your guests. Casters make it easy to roll the bar cart up to center stage for entertaining and returning it to its desired place. In terms of finish and condition, this 1950s Dunbar bar cart...
Brass
Tom Lopinski for Dunbar Mid Century Bronze, Rosewood and Glass Coffee Table
By Tom Lopinski, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Tom Lopinski for Dunbar Mid Century Bronze, Rosewood and Glass Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 46.25 wide x 28 deep x 17.25 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Bronze Ba...
Bronze
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century lounge chair and ottoman The lounge chair measures: 27 wide x 30 deep x 39 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height of 23 inches ...
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool This ottoman measures: 14.75 wide x 14.75 deep x 19.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a con...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sideboard
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautifully restored sideboard by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The cabinet has plenty of storage and is executed in a rich mahogany with darker banded wood on edges. Cabinets...
Mahogany
Clean Lined Console Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined console table, designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, circa 1960s. This table is a versatile size and can be used as a console or so...
Mahogany, Walnut
$2,720Sale Price|20% Off
Dunbar Cocktail Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Dunbar cocktail table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Coffee table in two tone walnut with lower shelf and brass stretcher. Very good original condition. Very light wear to ...
Brass
Edward Wormley Cerused Oak Cabinet for Dunbar, 1950s USA
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous oak cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Made in the 1950s and still a beautiful and practical piece today. Newly refinished in a cerused Oak, making the wood maintain its ...
Leather, Oak
Edward Wormley Teardrop Chairs for Dunbar, Model 5106
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design "Teardrop" lounge chairs, Model 5106 for Dunbar Furniture. Uniques shape chairs newly upholstered on polished and lacquered solid brass legs, ready to install.
Brass
Mahogany Dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s USA
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome mahogany cabinet/dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Two shelves flank each side with 5 drawers running down the middle. 2 thick wave panels on...
Mahogany, Leather
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Edward Wormley Custom Mahogany and Natural Rosewood Oval Dining Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Outstanding custom-made large oval dining table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Dark stained mahogany border, incised apron and squared legs. Inlaid bookmatched rosewood venee...
Rosewood, Mahogany
Dunbar Square Two Tier End Side Table Mid-Century Modern American Walnut
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern American walnut one drawer side table nighstand by Dunbar.
Walnut
Edward Wormley Model 6026 Mahogany Display Cabinet for Dunbar, 1966
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An exceptional Model 6026 display cabinet designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, executed in walnut with glass, brass detailing and a rich dark Finish 75. The architectural design i...
Brass
Pair of Black "Channel" Chairs Designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous pair of over sized "Channel" cube chairs designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar furniture in the 1960s. These chairs are for those that favour minimalism and clean lines. Dramatic horizontal channel tufting for trend-forward texture paired with smartly tailored upholstery is sure to start a rivalry to traditional tufted chairs...
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or Ottoman with Parson Legs & Tufted Seat
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or ottoman. This elegant stool has dark mahogany parson legs with an inside radius and original off white tufted upholstery. Origin...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
Ebonized Dining Set in Olive Velvet by Edward Wormley, Dunbar, 1950's
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Culver City, CA
This set is absolutely divine! Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in the 1950's this set was manufactured to be of the absolute highest quality, and to last forever... which it ki...
Velvet, Mahogany
Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Sliding Door Bar Cabinet Credenza
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Sliding Door Bar Cabinet Credenza This credenza measures: 36 wide x 18 deep x 31.25 inches high Good Vintag...
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Triple Dresser in Mahogany Wood
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar triple dresser in mahogany wood,1952 Model 5272 features 12-drawer storage with solid turned tapered legs and curved pulls. Labe...
Mahogany
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 pair of all-original lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, part of his ...
Upholstery, Mahogany