Dunbar Seating

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 Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3

$7,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3 Each bar stool measures: 20.75 wide x 20 deep x 37.5 high, with a seat height of 28 and arm height/chai...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.

$26,500

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 stylish curved design that's both functional and comfortable. This ultra rare example ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

$4,500

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Edward Wormely lounge chair model #4796 produced by Dunbar Furniture Company "Dunbar For Modern" Line, production date of 8/2/1950 - 10/23/1950. Rare hard to find Early Dunbar for M...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Edward Wormley Lounge Chairs by Dunbar

$4,500 / set

Edward Wormley Lounge Chairs by Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Highland, IN

This pair of Edward Wormley easy chairs have a wonderful profile combining a casual slipper chair with a wing-back. Stylish, comfortable and well built by Dunbar they are the perfec...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim

$34,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

An outstanding Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Model 6329 Angle sofa newly upholstered in a Raf Simons teal velvet with leather trim. Conceived in 1957, The Janus sofa was introdu...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

$12,000

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

In our opinion, this Ed Wormely design for Dunbar is one of the most spectacular sofas ever made. Modern, classic, and timeless... this form transcends styles, genres and eras. Nine ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4907A Mid Century Brass Leg Sofa

$9,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4907A Mid Century Brass Leg Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4907A Mid Century Brass Leg Sofa This sofa measures: 109 wide x 36 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 28.75 inches ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$6,800 / set

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs are reupholstered in a Maharam Mohair.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

$5,500

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Fully restored in beautiful fog grey mohair over polished brass legs. Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Antler Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$24,000 / set

Set of Four Antler Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Rio Vista, CA

An iconic and rare set of four horned antler chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Known as 5580 model these dining chairs are crafted from rich mahogany with newly caned sea...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Rare Slightly Curved Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar with Brass Legs

$9,500

Rare Slightly Curved Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar with Brass Legs

By Milo Baughman, Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Seldom seen curved sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Supported by 6 Brass legs. Sofa requires reupholstery. When reupholstering there is a wood stretcher that needs replacement. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

$15,750Sale Price|30% Off

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 Seating

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Black Leather

$15,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Black Leather

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Toledo, OH

Iconic 1950's party sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. This is the Model 5407 Chesterfield style sofa in black leather. Original leather. The wide arms and long le...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs, 1960s

$2,250 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs, 1960s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hamburg, PA

Iconic pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1960s, embodying the pinnacle of mid-century elegance. Wormley, Dunbar's legendary design director, crafte...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

'Bracket-Back' Model #133 Mahogany and Leather Sofa by Dunbar, c 1955

$9,900Sale Price|29% Off

'Bracket-Back' Model #133 Mahogany and Leather Sofa by Dunbar, c 1955

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This incredible model #133 leather sofa by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar features gorgeous medium brown leather and Mahogany 'bracket back' legs, perfect for floating the sofa in the roo...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Set of Six, 1950s

$12,000 / set

Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Set of Six, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Amarillo, TX

Edward Wormley, two armchairs, and four side chairs. Dunbar, USA. Mahogany and leather. Signed with applied gold rectangular metal manufacturer's label to the seat bottom [Dunb...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chairs – Pair

$6,347 / set

Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chairs – Pair

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chairs – Pair Each chair measures: 27.5 wide x 28 deep x 31.5 high, with a sea...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa

$3,500

Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley three seat on tapered walnut legs is from his Dunbar for Modern collection, one of his early fully modern furniture collections. This sofa, was reupholstered by the original owners, in the late 90s to fit their new southwest decor...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete

$15,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Iconic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete. Ready for fabric of your choice. Mahogany legs with brass caps, Dunbar decking.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$16,795

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 86 wide x 29 deep x 27.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 22.75 inches ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery

$22,500

Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Very rare and desirable sofa Model 5316 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. This completely original example is in very good condition. No tears, holes or stains to the o...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

$18,500

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning, expertly restored pair of early wingback chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring a custom Cartier-exclusive textile and refinished espresso bases. This heirloom-qu...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Lounge Chairs, Pair

$4,050 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Janus Collection lounge chairs By Edward Wormley for Dunbar USA, 20th Century Ebonized sculpted walnut arms and legs with an exposed frame, and red up...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Jack Larsen Colorful Sofa

$9,850

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Jack Larsen Colorful Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, colorful, Dubar x Larsen textile sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocal...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Dunbar Slipper Chair

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Dunbar Slipper Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Palm Springs, CA

slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dubar. Button tufted tight seat and back in ivory boucle. Wood base refinished in dark walnut

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Wood

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

$5,000

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s Seldom-seen Wormley design of a winged, high back club, lounge or easy chair. Sculptural form, extra wide seat, upholstered...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950

$4,800

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950’s. The armrests are rosewood. Measures 26” wide 30.5” deep 31.5” tall to top back pillow, seat height 16” seat dept...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

$7,500

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early channel back sofa with brass legs and covered in blue fabric by Edward Wormley. Model #4757 designed in 1947. The fabric is tired and should...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1970s Roger Sprunger Roll Arm Chairs for Dunbar

$5,800 / set

Pair of 1970s Roger Sprunger Roll Arm Chairs for Dunbar

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Pair of roll arm chairs designed by Roger Sprunger and manufactured by Dunbar in the 1970s. These classic club chairs have wide arms and backs,...

Category

1970s American Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Cognac Leather Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$8,900 / set

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Cognac Leather Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

_______________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa

$2,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa This loveseat measures: 51 wide x 32.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22.5 inc...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

_________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 1...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa

$24,695

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa This sofa measures: 103 wide x 34 deep x 31.25 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches Great Vintage Condition - Sofa Ba...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley 'Long John' Bench for Dunbar

$3,000

Edward Wormley 'Long John' Bench for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 1946 design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, the bench, lovingly termed the “Long John" has a low profile with walnut segmented, tongue-and-groove construction atop four hairpin legs ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Ash, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

$9,009 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs. Lacquered mahogany legs with newly reupholstered button tufted seat and back. ...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Pair of Lounge Chairs 1965c.

$12,000 / set

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Pair of Lounge Chairs 1965c.

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Pair of Lounge Chairs, c. 1965 Solid mahogany vertical wood slats with sloped arms and curved back. Upholstery: Newly reupholstered cushions with down-fille...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair

$12,600

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Beautiful Original Condition, Tan Silk Fabric

$17,850

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...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

$4,125Sale Price / set|44% Off

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar camel leather and mahogany armchairs. Original channeled leather seats and backs with mahogany legs and stretchers. Rare design from Wormley and Dun...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare opportunity. All original example of the Alexandria Chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Retains the original, high quality black leather seat with attractive wear. This...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Edward Wormley Alexandria Chair by Dunbar, Mid-Century, 1955

$8,500

Edward Wormley Alexandria Chair by Dunbar, Mid-Century, 1955

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Alexandria Chair. Newly refinished and re-upholstered. Elegant and Beautiful Design that makes any space!

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

$55,000

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Rogers & Goffigon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1950s, USA, La Gondola sofa. The extra long sofa features a mahogany frame that supports the backrest and seat offering a floating effect to the seat bac...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Rare set of Eight 1950s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Armchairs

$8,500 / set

Rare set of Eight 1950s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Armchairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Rare set of 8 dining room or conference armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model number 842, in mahogany with original red velvet seats. All original, minor touch up prior to s...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Channel Cube Lounge Chairs - Pair

$4,795

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Channel Cube Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Channel Cube Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 17 wide x 33.5 deep x 26.25 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearanc...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany & Cane Swivel Vanity Stool c. 1950

$8,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany & Cane Swivel Vanity Stool c. 1950

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Beautiful and elegant as ever mid century vanity stool designed by Edward Wormely and produced by Dunbar in the 1950s. The caning is ori...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany, Mohair, Upholstery

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar lounge chair with unique setback front legs, and clad in moss green wool upholstery. Extremely comfortable with deep seat cushion and slight angle of the th...

Category

1950s American Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Wood, Wool

Remarkable Set of 8 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

$64,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 8 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 eight (8) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Singl...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Wingback Lounge Chairs - Pair

$5,347 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Wingback Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Wingback Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 30.5 wide x 28 deep x 36.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches Great Vintag...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Chair in Jack Lenor Larsen

$14,000 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Chair in Jack Lenor Larsen

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Introducing a dining height Janus armchair designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley. The chair features a sculpted dark mahogany frame and Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery wi...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$3,400Sale Price|22% Off

Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, circa 1950. Signed with brass tag. Features tufted back with piping. Original f...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Model 484 Mid Century Lounge Chair

$3,295

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Model 484 Mid Century Lounge Chair

By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Model 484 Mid Century Lounge Chair This chair measures: 30.5 wide x 33 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance of 20.75 inc...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Rare John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Settee / Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen Plaid

$2,875

Rare John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Settee / Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen Plaid

By John Saladino, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

New York interior designer and architect John F. Saladino (1939-2025). John designed this 1970s small-scale Petal Lounge Chair (#7008) for Dunbar, has its original vintage Jack Lenor...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar no. 4756 wing shaped sofa in Mohair and Brass

$10,500

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar no. 4756 wing shaped sofa in Mohair and Brass

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A rare offering from Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. This wing shaped sofa, model 4756, was reupholstered in a moss colored mohair and sits on 10" solid brass stiletto legs. Ele...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Vintage Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar

$5,950

Vintage Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

A rather scarce lounge chair form to come to market by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Brass Legs mounted to underside. Solid chair with good weight. Original upholstery. Best to plan t...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair

$2,950Sale Price|40% Off

Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley dunbar swivel lounge chair.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

$80,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of ten (10) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Single...

Category

1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Bracket-Back Sofa for Dunbar, Mahogany & Bouclé, 1950s

$11,994

Edward Wormley Bracket-Back Sofa for Dunbar, Mahogany & Bouclé, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in San Diego, CA

Introducing the newly restored Bracket-Back three-seat sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar—a refined expression of mid-century modern design that balances architectural presence with e...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Bouclé

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Pair of Cantilever Lounge Chairs

$9,800 / set

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Pair of Cantilever Lounge Chairs

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar pair of cantilever lounge chairs, model 480, oakwood and Mahogany two-toned base structures, oil finish, reupholstered with spi...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935)

$28,500 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935)

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

This is such a beautiful dining chair with exquisite craftsmanship and detail. The iconic Dunbar Horseshoe chair by Edward Wormley will grace an...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

$4,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 28 inches Fair Vintage Conditio...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Dunbar seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Dunbar seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Adrian Pearsall, Edward Wormley, and Craft Associates. Prices for Dunbar seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $119,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,950.

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Questions About Dunbar Seating

Where is Dunbar Furniture made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Dunbar 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.
How do I identify Dunbar furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To 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.