Dunbar Loveseats

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.

Find a collection of authentic vintage Dunbar Furniture today on 1stDibs.

Creator: Dunbar

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage Dunbar Loveseat W/Original Upholstery

$2,495

Vintage Dunbar Loveseat W/Original Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Make a bold statement with this vintage circa 1970s Dunbar loveseat, a perfect blend of iconic design and playful sophistication. Upholstered in its amazing original Dunbar fabric, t...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Newly Upholstered Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,000

Newly Upholstered Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Charleston, SC

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 495 loveseat sofa. Beautifully upholstered. You can use with or without the back pillows as the back has 3 tufted buttons. Wood stretcher from fro...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

$5,110

H 27.5 in W 87 in D 31.5 in

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A good Mid-Century Modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with flared back and arms and loose back cushions. Square dark walnut legs with round brass foot. The piece was reupholst...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder

$5,900

H 30.5 in W 48 in D 31 in

Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder

By Finn Juhl

Located in Richmond, VA

Great, sleek midcentury settee recently upholstered. No markings but very similar to Niels Vodder's model NV53.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

$6,000

H 26 in W 95 in D 33 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic mid-century modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley from his 1958 Dunbar - Conversation Pieces Collection, this sofa model #261 still has its original Jack Lenor Larsen colorf...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, c. 1940

$4,000

H 37.5 in W 88 in D 35 in

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, c. 1940

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, c. 1940 An early sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, dating to approximately 1940. This substantial example features a generous seating ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

$55,000

H 32.5 in W 111 in D 31.25 in

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

By Rogers & Goffigon, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$16,850

H 27 in W 144 in D 30 in

12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Twelve feet long! Custom made Dunbar sofa designed by Edward Wormley. This was reupholstered 10 years ago and has seen very little use since. We have refinished the base since these ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

1950s Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Settee or Sofa

$2,850

H 30.5 in W 48.5 in D 33.5 in

1950s Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Settee or Sofa

By Paul McCobb

Located in St. Louis, MO

Paul McCobb for Planner Group loveseat, settee or sofa. Upholstery needs to be updated as it has stains, foam is good. Price includes refinishing of legs. Measures: Seat 16" H, arm 1...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

$4,595

H 28 in W 97 in D 33 in

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

$2,850

H 32 in W 85 in D 33 in

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Swedish Art Moderne Settee Sofa

$6,090

H 35 in W 54 in D 32.5 in

Swedish Art Moderne Settee Sofa

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautifully stylized Art Moderne Settee Sofa Loveseat from 1940's Sweden. Upholstered in original cherry red velvet. Price includes reupholstery in COM fa...

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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,000

H 31 in W 58 in D 36 in

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning signed Dunbar 2 seater loveseat sofa. This piece is upholstered in it's original celery green woven wool in very nice to excellent condition. The loose seat cushions are qui...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

$15,750Sale Price|30% Off

H 28 in W 90.5 in D 32 in

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 ...

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

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Previously Available Items

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Loveseat in Grey Velvet, circa 1950s

Sold

H 28 in W 48 in D 34 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Loveseat in Grey Velvet, circa 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

Mid-Century Modern Loveseat designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored and reupholstered in grey cotton velvet by Holly Hunt. Other designers...

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

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Velvet, Mahogany

Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, 1950s

Sold

H 29.25 in W 91 in D 28 in

Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

A Gondola sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar’s Janus Collection in the 1950s. This sculptural sofa features angled arms and a floating back attached to the base with walnut s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Mid-Century 1950s Designed Dunbar for Modern Love Seat or Settee

Sold

H 32.5 in W 56.75 in D 33 in

Edward Wormley Mid-Century 1950s Designed Dunbar for Modern Love Seat or Settee

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley love seat or settee from his Dunbar for Modern collection, one of his early fully modern furniture collections. This love seat ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Walnut Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Sold

H 31.25 in W 90.25 in D 35 in

Vintage Walnut Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Exceptional vintage walnut sofa designed by Edward Wornley and manufactured by Dunbar in the United States, circa 1960s. It features an ergonomic s...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Settee

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H 28 in W 48.5 in D 32 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Settee

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid-century settee. The settee measures: 48.5 wide x 32 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height of 23.25 inches. All pieces of ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Parsons Loveseat, 1970s

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H 31 in W 53.5 in D 34.5 in

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Parsons Loveseat, 1970s

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding Mid-Century Modern Parsons style loveseat By Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1970s Fully upholstered in origina...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley Loveseat "Short Sofa" Terry Chenille Fabric

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H 29 in W 56 in D 33 in

Edward Wormley Loveseat "Short Sofa" Terry Chenille Fabric

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Westport, CT

Edward Wormley loveseat, short sofa catalog page 26 index page 175 model 5406, solid brass polished legs springs foam. Important early design, 1956.

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6329A Angled Sofa

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H 48 in W 104 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6329A Angled Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6329A Angled Sofa. Completely restored.

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Edward Wormley Even Arm Three-Seat Sofa

Sold

H 26 in W 89 in D 33 in

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Edward Wormley Even Arm Three-Seat Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Houston, TX

Great Dunbar Edward Wormley Sofa. Needs upholstery COM available.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Dunbar Chesterfield Sofa

Sold

H 23.5 in W 102 in D 36 in

Dunbar Chesterfield Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chesterfield sofa, reupholstered in spinney beck leather.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Loveseat or Settee by Edward Wormley Restored to Perfection Knoll Upholstery

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H 28 in W 66 in D 30.5 in

Loveseat or Settee by Edward Wormley Restored to Perfection Knoll Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare armless love seat by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Classic Wormley floating bracket design with mahogany legs. This very comfortable settee has been fully restored and reupholstere...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseat Sleeper Sofa

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H 32.5 in W 70 in D 35 in

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseat Sleeper Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a vintage loveseat by Dunbar. This piece is also a sleeper, in working condition, mattress looks unused. It is signed. Measures: 70" W x 35" D x 32.5" H seat height 15...

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

Materials

Upholstery

Dunbar loveseats for sale on 1stDibs.

Dunbar loveseats are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Dunbar loveseats, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original loveseats by Dunbar were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider loveseats by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, and Edward Wormley. Prices for Dunbar loveseats can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,200 and can go as high as $19,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,000.

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Questions About Dunbar Loveseats

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.