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

American Mid-Century Ed Wormley Ebonized With White Upholstery Armchair

$2,450

American Mid-Century Ed Wormley Ebonized With White Upholstery Armchair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century ebonized wood continuous roundback armchair with white upholstery (EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR)

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley Pair of Sofas / Settees

$9,000 / set

Edward Wormley Pair of Sofas / Settees

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

These lovely, lightly scaled sofas or loveseats designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, are not only an uncommon form, having a matched pair available is also very rare. They are stru...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

$14,200 / set

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in North Miami, FL

Introducing the Janus armchairs designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Company. These armchairs features a sculpted dark mahogany frame and metalli...

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chaise Longue Sofa

$12,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chaise Longue Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar chaise longue sofa.

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar

$5,500

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar. A really nice somewhat large scale modern wingback chair. Requires Reupholstery. Some wear to the wood legs. A chip to the rear le...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Boucle'

$30,000 / set

Set of Six Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Boucle'

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A set of 6 dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, upholstered in a high-quality boucle' in spice and black, epitomizes the pinnacle of mid-century design. Dunbar was one of the ...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Ottoman Set By Roger Sprunger For Dunbar

$9,200 / set

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Ottoman Set By Roger Sprunger For Dunbar

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This elegant Mid-Century Modern armchair and ottoman set was designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Furniture circa 1963. The chair model number is 484. The armchair features a high b...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Lacquer

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair

$8,295

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 29.5 wide x 30 deep x 45 high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height/chair clear...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Blue Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

$12,000 / set

Pair of Blue Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

1950's Classic American mid-century Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs model #127. With its timeless yet fashion-forward appeal these chairs are one of the most recognized desi...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early Pair of Leather Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$17,000 / set

Early Pair of Leather Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. These clean-lined chairs elevate comfortable lounging to new heights of sophistication...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Edward Wormley Green Leather Ottoman for Dunbar

$4,000

Edward Wormley Green Leather Ottoman for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The tufted seat cushion is upholstered in a dark olive green leather, a beautiful compliment to the rich mahogany frame. The frame...

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman

$5,347

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 30.5 wide x 33 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 15 inches and arm height/chair clearance of 2...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs in Holly Hunt Great Plains Weave

$14,000 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs in Holly Hunt Great Plains Weave

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Slipper Lounge Chairs, Pair

$14,680 / set

Edward Wormley Slipper Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

“Furniture is needed for practical reasons, and because it must be there, it may as well be as pleasant as possible to look at, and in a less definable psychological way, comforting ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Vintage Mid-Century Striped Sofa

$5,500

Vintage Mid-Century Striped Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This spacious Dunbar style sofa features deep upholstered seats with unique vintage striped fabric. The cutaway armrests and well-proportioned design add to the Mid-Century appeal of...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Boucle'

$16,500 / set

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 Wormley for Dunbar. A hard-to-find pair! They are super comfortable. We have reupholstered these in a Holly Hunt bouclé which is pale gray. Al...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stool

$4,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stool

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Toledo, OH

Classic Edward Wormley Thebes stool from the 1950's by Dunbar with a fabric seat and brass stretcher. The seat has the original fabric and may need to be recovered. 24" x 24" x 17" h...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Benches by Edward Wormely for Dunbar

$7,400 / set

Pair of Benches by Edward Wormely for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of benches model 5002 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Stools are constructed of walnut and have been professionally restored in a medium walnut finish, both have been newly uphols...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a

$9,950

Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a. The continuous laminated ash legs wrap around the entire chair and form t...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

1957 Edward Wormley Daybed Model 5716 From Wormley Estate for Dunbar

$12,000

1957 Edward Wormley Daybed Model 5716 From Wormley Estate for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Model 5716 Daybed, originally designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This particular example was produced in the United States and dates to the year 1957. The daybed featur...

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Foam, Walnut, Fabric

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs

$3,150Sale Price / set|70% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare set of 8 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining chairs in great condition. Upholstery as found, re-upholstery available.

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$17,500 / set

Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Add some playful elegance to your space with these swiveling Dunbar chairs designed by Edward Wormley, circa 1960's. His signature style, defined by clean lines and architectural sim...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA

$48,000

Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1960s, USA, two-piece sectional sofa. The sofa features split arm rests and an exposed sculpted ebonized wood frame. This sofa has been fully reupholster...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut, Upholstery

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored

$16,800

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant from every angle! A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. These clean-lined chairs elevate comfortable lounging to new...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base Dining Chairs

$4,995 / set

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 six Mid-Century Modern x-base dining chairs By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Solid walnut frames with "x" stretchers, and upholstered ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base High Back Armchairs

$2,200 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base High Back Armchairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern x-base armchairs or dining captain chairs By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Solid walnut frames with "x" stretchers...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Cantilevered Chairs in Mohair

$14,000 / set

Pair of Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Cantilevered Chairs in Mohair

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Introducing the perfect blend of sophistication and comfort: the Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar pair of cantilever lounge chairs, model 480. These exquisite chairs, known for their di...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar (Signed) Janus Chairs

$12,500 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar (Signed) Janus Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar (Signed) Janus Chairs These were reupholstered at one point. May desire to have these reupholstered. Beautiful natural wood grain. Some wear to...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Dunbar Mahogany Armchairs by Edward Wormley

$1,800 / set

Pair of Dunbar Mahogany Armchairs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of 6309 lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar as part of the Today and Tomorrow collection, circa 1963. French inspired channeled mahogany frames. Upholstered in Manuel Canovas fabric...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tufted Cantilevered Desk Chair in Spinneybeck Saddle L

$6,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tufted Cantilevered Desk Chair in Spinneybeck Saddle L

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar tufted cantilevered desk chair in spinneybeck saddle leather, reupholstered. Also features solid walnut wood base and ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Holly Hunt Great Plains

$9,750

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Holly Hunt Great Plains

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Elevate your living space with the exquisite Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Lounge Chair and Ottoman, newly upholstered in Holly Hunt Great Plains Cardigan—a boucle' fabric renowned for i...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,600 / item

No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Antler Chairs for Dunbar, Model 5580

$12,000 / set

Edward Wormley Antler Chairs for Dunbar, Model 5580

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edward Wormley design antler dining chairs for Dunbar, Model 5580. Rare and attractive design chair by Wormley in the height of his design career. Frames are bleached mahogany with...

Category

1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Uncommon Dunbar 'Janus' Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1957

$9,500 / item

Uncommon Dunbar 'Janus' Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1957

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A rare dining height Janus armchair designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley. Each chair features sculpted dark mahogany frames and the original putty suede upholstery wi...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chair circa 1950s with Original Upholstery

$2,750Sale Price|50% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chair circa 1950s with Original Upholstery

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Comfortable armless lounge slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in beautiful plaid upholstery. A true collectors piece with no modifications and in excellent vintage condition....

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$4,800 / set

Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

1970s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ash with Aluminum Frame Upholstered Armchair

$1,250

1970s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ash with Aluminum Frame Upholstered Armchair

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar model #979 CH, Oiled ash frame with flat Aluminum bar cross stretchers, with upholstered arms back and seat. Paper label. Upholstery and ...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Armchair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

$5,400

Armchair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A sculptural and finely detailed armchair in walnut having a floating seat and back cushions that retain their original textured wool upholstery.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Slipper Benches"

$13,750 / set

Pair of Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Slipper Benches"

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Rarely seen pair of petite "Slipper benches" model #684 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Newly upholstered frames on zebra wood legs.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Textile, Zebra Wood

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948

$28,000 / set

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948 An elegant set of Ten dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, comprising Model 4580 side c...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Desk Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,500 / item

Desk Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An adjustable and swiveling roll arm desk chair in the original brown leather, having a chromed four point base with casters.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Steel

Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

$3,600 / item

Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An armless button tufted lounge chair of generous proportion having exposed walnut base. Model: 5000.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Chair and Footstool, C. 1950s

$8,800

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...

Category

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

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base Dining Chairs

$3,595 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base Dining Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base High Back Side Chairs

$1,795 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut X-Base High Back Side Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern x-base side chairs or dining chairs By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Solid walnut frames with "x" stretchers, and ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Highback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,600

Highback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A high backed, button-tufted lounge chair in the original black leather upholstery with mahogany legs and side stretchers.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Swiveling Barrel Back Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

$11,000 / set

Pair of Swiveling Barrel Back Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A pair (2) of continuous arm swivel chairs in laminated walnut having tan button tufted leather cushions and a cruciform stretcher detail.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Alexandria Armchairs, Mahogany & Walnut, 1960

$18,000 / set

Edward Wormley Dunbar Alexandria Armchairs, Mahogany & Walnut, 1960

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Alexandria" Arm Chairs, Model 6004, circa 1960, mahogany and walnut frame with burgundy vinyl seat, "Edward Wormley for Dunbar" label to underside....

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Walnut

Pair of Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs with Brass Handles

$5,000 / set

Pair of Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs with Brass Handles

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful pair of dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ( model 4710A ). These chairs have been newly restored, refinished and reupholstered, and are in excellent ready...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Alexandria Armchairs, Mahogany & Walnut, 1960

$18,000 / set

Edward Wormley Dunbar Alexandria Armchairs, Mahogany & Walnut, 1960

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Alexandria" Arm Chairs, Model 6004, circa 1960, mahogany and walnut frame with burgundy vinyl seat, "Edward Wormley for Dunbar" label to underside....

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Walnut

Chesterfield Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$14,500

Chesterfield Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A generously proportioned and highly comfortable rare Chesterfield club chair with button tufted upholstery.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Side Chair by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar

$3,800

Side Chair by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A graceful and well-crafted side chair in vividly grained ash having a single slat back with a curved and tapered top rail, and patinated brass stretchers and feet.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair Dunbar Captains Arm Chairs by Roger Sprunger

$2,275 / set

Pair Dunbar Captains Arm Chairs by Roger Sprunger

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fraser, MI

Pair Dunbar armchairs designed by Roger Sprunger.

Category

1970s Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Pair of Janus High Back Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,500 / set

Pair of Janus High Back Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A pair of 'Janus' high back chairs with the original blue silk faille upholstery, on light walnut legs with cloud lift stretchers.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Edward Wormley Yellow Lounge Chair for Dunbar, Reupholstery Needed

$1,400

Edward Wormley Yellow Lounge Chair for Dunbar, Reupholstery Needed

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Berlin, DE

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar that also can be used as is but we recomend a new dress for this very comfy chair. Please ask for quotes. *This piece is curated by Original B...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

All Arms- Miraculous Set of 14 Arm Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

$133,000 / set

All Arms- Miraculous Set of 14 Arm Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) cane back Klismos ARM dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. A set of th...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Stellar ALL ARM Set of 8 Vintage Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

$76,000 / set

Stellar ALL ARM Set of 8 Vintage Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) cane back Klismos ARM dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. A set of this m...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Remarkable Set of 12 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

$96,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 12 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 twelve (12) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Sin...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Arm Chairs or Lounge Chairs, 1950s

$3,250 / set

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131

$7,800

Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

Dunbar Furniture bracket back sofa, Model 131 designed by Roger Sprunger. Rare smaller version sofa or loveseat that is perfect for two people. Solid mahogany "L" bracket supports gi...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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.