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Dunbar Buffets

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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 Cain Front Mahogany Sideboard on a Plinth Base
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cain Front Mahogany Sideboard on a Plinth Base

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cain Front Mahogany Sideboard on a Plinth Base

$6,240Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cain Front Mahogany Sideboard on a Plinth Base

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cain front mahogany sideboard on a Plinth Base, Features: Two drawers and one double drawer with removable dividers, Four sliding doors with 3 storage compa...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Buffets

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet / Credenza in Mahogany and Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet / Credenza in Mahogany and Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet / Credenza in Mahogany and Walnut

$11,200

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet / Credenza in Mahogany and Walnut

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Culver City, CA

This is a credenza that exudes power, presence, and a little bit of that old-money mystique. Designed by the legendary Edward Wormley for Dunbar, this mahogany and walnut masterpiece...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dunbar Buffets

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Mahogany, Walnut

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Cabinet / Credenza by Edward Wormley, Brass and Mahogany. Excellent Condition.

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Cabinet, Buffet or Sideboard by Edward Wormley, Expertly Restored and Refinished
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Cabinet, Buffet or Sideboard by Edward Wormley, Expertly Restored and Refinished

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Dunbar buffets for sale on 1stDibs.

Dunbar buffets 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 buffets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original buffets 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 buffets by John Widdicomb, Edward Wormley, and American of Martinsville. Prices for Dunbar buffets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,225 and can go as high as $8,960, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,800.

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Questions About Dunbar Buffets
  • 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.