Dunbar Furniture
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
Dealer: circa20c
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Classic Burlwood Dining Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A classic parsons style dining table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Table has two 18" leaves. It is 66" wide without the leaves and extends to 102". Table has a highly figured burlwoo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Burl
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain Chairs In Holly Hunt Great Plains
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
One of Edward Wormley's most famous and elegant chairs. A timeless masterpiece. The Captain Chair. We have fully restored to highlight the beautiful polished brass, cane back, curve...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A classic clean lined sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have updated with Great Plains Mohair by Holly Hunt.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
One of Edward Wormley's most famous and elegant chairs. A timeless masterpiece. The Captain Chair. We have fully restored to highlight the beautiful polished brass, cane back, curve...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Dunbar Nesting Tables
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful set of Dunbar nesting tables with walnut tops and mahogany surround. The measurement is for the largest table. The smallest table is 17.25"H x 13.5"D x 20.75"W and the medi...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Burled Olivewood Sideboard or Credenza
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A stunning burled olivewood credenza designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar. The credenza features gorgeous wood grain and clean, sleek modern lines. The wood case rests on black meta...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Metal
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Boucle'
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
We love these gorgeous chairs by Edward Wormely for Dunbar. A hard to find pair ! They are super comfortable. We have reupholstered these in a Holly Hunt boucle' which is pale gray. ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sideboard in Mahogany
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Not often seen, a fully restored sliding door sideboard by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The cabinet features four sliding doors with loads of interior storage. The top section has two ...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Holly Hunt Great Plains
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful chair newly upholstered in Holly Hunt Great Plains Cardigan which is a boucle' with loads of texture and softness. The ottoman measure 15"H x 26"W x 22"D. Very comfortabl...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Edward Wormley Game Table in Mahogany with Rosewood Top 1960s 'Signed'
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Game table model no 6348 with gently curved sides in dark mahogany with Brazilian rosewood top by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963 (original Dunbar label on bottom). A timele...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cocktail Table with Brass Stretcher, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
We have fully restored this beautiful cocktail table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. It has a mahogany frame and a walnut top, a shelf underneath the top and a brass stretcher that sur...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Bench with Boucle' Upholstery
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A great looking solid bench designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Bench has been completely restored with new high-quality boucle' from France.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs in French Upholstery
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
We love these gorgeous chairs by Edward Wormely for Dunbar. A hard to find pair ! They are super comfortable. We have done these in a high-end French fabric. The chairs pair beautifully with the Dunbar mohair sofa...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 495 Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
This sofa has beautiful lines and a gently curved back. A true classic. The fabric is original and in very good condition. It is a rich and high-quality texture that looks like embro...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Side Table in Rosewood with Travertine Top
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
"Sheaf of Wheat" side table No. 5479 in rosewood with travertine top by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's (Dunbar tag on bottom).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Edward Wormely for Dunbar Janus Chair in Mohair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A dining height Janus armchair designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley. The chair features a sculpted dark mahogany frame and mohair upholstery with button-tufted backs....
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs in Holly Hunt Great Plains Weave
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of iconic slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have reupholstered these in a Holly HUnt Great Plains woven fabric of very high quality. Colors include mainly off-wh...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs in French Fabric
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of iconic slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have reupholstered these in a French woven fabric of very high quality. Colors include off-white, black , taupe and a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully updated and restored. The iconic bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This has been reupholstered in a stunning high-quality mohair from "The Sign". This sofa ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Settees in New Upholstery
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
We have updated these great looking settees in a new black and off-white chenille weave. The sofas are very comfortable with new foam. Bases are mahogany platforms that have been ref...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Table in Rosewood, Signed
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
"Sheaf of Wheat" side table No. 5479 in rosewood with travertine top by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's (Dunbar tag on bottom). The stone on this table is absolutely stunn...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers, Nightstands
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully crafted chest of drawers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. These are mahogany and feature 5 drawers, 2 smaller than the other three. Make great n...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Trapezoid Top Cocktail Table
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Simple yet interesting with unique trapezoid top and 4 legs with brass caps.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Dijon Colored Mohair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully updated and restored. The iconic bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This has been reupholstered in a stunning high-quality mohair. Color is listed as "Dijon"...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Dark Gray Leather
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Edward Wormley's iconic party sofa for Dunbar. Reupholstered in dark gray leather. A super comfortable sofa with loads of style. A design class...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Leather
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sideboard, Rare Model
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 has 4 front doors...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Dunbar Stools or Ottomans in Nutmeg/Rust Mohair
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
These stools have been restored and new upholstery added. A nutmeg mohair with a beautiful sheen.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Dunbar Cocktail/Coffee Table in Cerused Ebony Oak
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Dunbar cocktail that we restored. Table is oak with a beautiful grain pattern, several compartments for storage and display. Two on each end and several in the center.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Oak
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cocktail Table with Glass Tile Top and Brass Trim
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful cocktail table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. Table has "x" pattern wooden base in mahogany, a glass tile top with a brass trim surround. A timeless piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful sideboard cabinet designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, made of sandalwood with solid brass hardware. Cabinet has drawers on each side, center Lucite pull out shelf and on...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1965 Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Gray Tweed
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful and super comfortable lounge chair by Dunbar. Chair has what seems to be fairly new upholstery in a beautiful silky chenille tweed. Ottoman dimensions are 28.5" W x 23" D...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Figured Maple and Rosewood Cocktail Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare Wormley table bentwood burl maple with ebonized rosewood tapered legs. Tray style.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Furniture
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Rosewood
Dunbar furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Dunbar furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Dunbar were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Edward Wormley, Paul McCobb, and Milo Baughman. Prices for Dunbar furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $225 and can go as high as $119,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,998.
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Questions About Dunbar Furniture
- 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.