Edward Wormley Furniture

American, 1907-1995

As the longtime director of design for the Dunbar furniture company, Edward Wormley was, along with such peers as George Nelson at Herman Miller Inc., and Florence Knoll of Knoll Inc., one of the leading forces in bringing modern design into American homes in the mid-20th century. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work has an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets it apart from other furnishings of the era.

Wormley was born in rural Illinois and as a teenager took correspondence courses from the New York School of Interior Design. He later attended the Art Institute of Chicago but ran out of money for tuition before he could graduate. Marshall Field hired Wormley in 1930 to design a line of reproduction 18th-century English furniture; the following year he was hired by the Indiana-based Dunbar, where he quickly distinguished himself. It was a good match.

Dunbar was an unusual firm: it did not use automated production systems; its pieces were mostly hand-constructed. For his part, Wormley did not use metal as a major component of furniture; he liked craft elements such as caned seatbacks, tambour drawers, or the woven-wood cabinet fronts seen on his Model 5666 sideboard of 1956. He designed two lines for Dunbar each year — one traditional, one modern — until 1944, by which time the contemporary pieces had become the clear best sellers.

Many of Wormley’s signature pieces — chairs, sofas, tables and more — are modern interpretations of traditional forms. His 1946 Riemerschmid Chair — an example is in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art — recapitulates a late 19th-century German design. The long, slender finials of his Model 5580 dining chairs are based on those of Louis XVI chairs; his Listen-to-Me Chaise (1948) has a gentle Rococo curve; the “Precedent” line that Wormley designed for Drexel Furniture in 1947 is a simplified, pared-down take on muscular Georgian furniture. But he could invent new forms, as his Magazine table of 1953, with its bent wood pockets, and his tiered Magazine Tree (1947), both show. And Wormley kept his eye on design currents, creating a series of tables with tops that incorporate tiles and roundels by the great modern ceramicists Otto and Gertrud Natzler.

As the vintage items on 1stDibs demonstrate, Edward Wormley conceived of a subdued sort of modernism, designing furniture that fits into any decorating scheme and does not shout for attention.

Creator: Edward Wormley

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

$99,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. A set of this mag...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

4947 Golightly Table designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

$2,450 / item

4947 Golightly Table designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A table gathers light, defines intimate space, creates a moment of pause. The Model 4947 Golightly Table by Edward Wormley understands this fundamental truth through its deceptively ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Ash, Walnut

Pair of Wormley for Dunbar Long John Tables

$5,600 / item

Pair of Wormley for Dunbar Long John Tables

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Very rare pair of Long John tables designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Both have been professionally refinished, each has a drawer with the Classic ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Tall Janus Occasional Table with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar 1960s

$12,500

Edward Wormley Tall Janus Occasional Table with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar 1960s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare, tall version of the Janus Occasional table, Model 6047, designed by Edward Wormley for the Dunbar Janus line in 1960. The table contains twenty five original Gertrude and Otto...

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Mid-20th Century Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, USA, 1950s

$9,800

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, USA, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A mahogany and brass cabinet designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, USA, c. 1950s.

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel American Mid-Century Blond Wood Magazine Table

$15,500 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel American Mid-Century Blond Wood Magazine Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century blond wood magazine / end tables with rectangular tops above five short shelves. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DREXEL)(PRICED AS Pair)...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Six-Drawer Dresser

$3,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Six-Drawer Dresser

By Edward Wormley

Located in Ferndale, MI

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Six Drawer Dresser . Nicely configured shallow to deep graduated drawers . Each drawer front angled over the next .

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Edward Wormley Executive Office Chair

$4,400Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Executive Office Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Executive Office Chair for Dunbar “In Clover” 932 Executive chair button tufted leather, solid walnut base, brass casters, tilts and sw...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Edward Wormley Sheaf of Wheat Side Table with Green Marble Dunbar 1950s

$3,500

Edward Wormley Sheaf of Wheat Side Table with Green Marble Dunbar 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Troy, MI

Sculptural "Sheaf of Wheat" side table designed by Edward Wormley Dunbar Furniture Company USA circa 1950s Openwork base of dark stained wood slats joined at the center by a solid b...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa

$9,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dayton, OH

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Atomic Era Bracket Back Sofa, circa 1950s. Features streamlined track arms, original tweed plaid button tufted upholstery and two large seat cushions. The...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Rosewood Chests, 1960s

$4,995 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Rosewood Chests, 1960s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern three-drawer file cabinets or chests of drawers By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous walnut, with carved rose...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Vintage Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar

$5,950

Vintage Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Milo Baughman, Edward Wormley

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Edward Wormley Dunbar Bar Cabinet

$18,500

Edward Wormley Dunbar Bar Cabinet

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Lynn, MA

Remarkably rare bar cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Solid walnut legs and trims. Black lacquered composite top, sides and doors. The magnetic spring closure doors feature cruci...

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20th Century North American Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Composition

Deco Mahogany and Bouclé Wingback Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 103B

$9,500

Deco Mahogany and Bouclé Wingback Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 103B

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant, scarcely seen wingback chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 103B (ca. 1941, USA). Composed of a stained mahogany base with thin front tapered legs and gently splayed bac...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Set of Six Edward Wormley Mid Century Dunbar Dining Chairs Circa 1940-50’s

$6,250 / set

Set of Six Edward Wormley Mid Century Dunbar Dining Chairs Circa 1940-50’s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Bernville, PA

Set of six Mid Century Dunbar dining chairs from the late 1940’s early 1950’s by Edward Wormley. The set is in excellent original condition. Beautiful reddish pink velour upholstery...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar MCM Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric

$12,995 / set

Edward Wormley Dunbar MCM Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge chair and ottoman with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric The chair measures: 32 wide x 48 deep x 42.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches Th...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$4,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 23.75 wide x 22 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height/chair clea...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Vinyl Leopard Print Upholstered Three Seat Sofa

$25,500

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Vinyl Leopard Print Upholstered Three Seat Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century three seat sofa, upholstered in a brown and black leopard print vinyl with two removable seat cushions, resting on three sets of square walnut legs. (EDWARD J WO...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Dunbar Chest with Natzler Tiles by Edward Wormley

$12,000

Dunbar Chest with Natzler Tiles by Edward Wormley

By Gertrud and Otto Natzler, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare chest designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Solid walnut construction with exposed joinery and brass pulls with ceramic tiles by Greta and Otto Natzler. Matching smaller dres...

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair

$3,895 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 31 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 22...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Model 5701 Lounge Chair & Ottoman

$10,000 / set

Edward Wormley Model 5701 Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Highland, IN

This spectacular design by Ed Wormley from his Janus collection for Dunbar, the model 5701 lounge chair and ottoman is a generous chair with a relaxing, deep seat and sumptuous cushi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair

$2,995 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 28 wide x 28 deep x 22.25 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Tables have S...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swivel Lounge Chair, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Almost White, Expertly Restored

$6,850

Swivel Lounge Chair, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Almost White, Expertly Restored

By Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar swivel lounge chair. Expertly restored and reupholstered. Deep, comfortable chair on a beautiful mahogany base. No expense was spared in both the original m...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

$4,200 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5522 Cane Swivel Vanity Chair 1950s

$6,500

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5522 Cane Swivel Vanity Chair 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Troy, MI

Rare model 5522 desk chair or vanity stool from the First Lady Series Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1950s Laminated wood and cane molded backrest with round seat on a ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Ebonized 32", 38" or 48" Chests

$2,850

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Ebonized 32", 38" or 48" Chests

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Singles of Edward Wormley for Drexel chests from the Precedent Collection with brass tone hardware, circa 1947. Size shown in photos is 32" W , also have 38"w and 48" W available ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool

$760

Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool

By Edward Wormley, Gunlocke, Jens Risom, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Decatur, GA

"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms transition seamlessly to the upholstered back creating a wonderful silhouette. Frame is so...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of 1950's Edward Wormley for Drexel "Precedent Collection" Slipper Chairs

$4,500 / set

Pair of 1950's Edward Wormley for Drexel "Precedent Collection" Slipper Chairs

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley slipper chairs for Drexel , part of his Precedent Collection. The silver elm frames have been ebonized at some point, and reupholstere...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Elm

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

$2,247

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent mid century elm magazine library table The table measures: 25 wide x 16 deep x 26.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Elm

Edward Wormley Coffee Table with Tiffany Tiles

$12,500

Edward Wormley Coffee Table with Tiffany Tiles

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant coffee table incorporating seven beautiful iridescent Tiffany Tiles.This group of furnishing was inspired by a visit by to the gamble resid...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

$5,110

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 Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Janus Cabinet, Model 5727N with Rosewood Inlays by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,600

Janus Cabinet, Model 5727N with Rosewood Inlays by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Chest of drawers designed by Edward Wormley for his Janus Collection for Dunbar Furniture. Made of walnut and expertly crafted. Beautiful joinery details on the corners of the cabine...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Stunning Edward Wormely Chest/Buffet/Credenza in Black Lacquer

$9,500

Stunning Edward Wormely Chest/Buffet/Credenza in Black Lacquer

By Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Beautiful multi-purpose case piece by Edward Wormley for Drexel, circa 1947. Wonderful design allows for use as a chest, buffet or credenza. Restored in black lacquer to provide co...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Tête-à-tête, Dunbar-1950s, model 5944

$16,500

Edward Wormley Tête-à-tête, Dunbar-1950s, model 5944

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Raleigh, NC

This classic mid-century tête-à-tête by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture allows two people to sit facing each other in comfortable conversation. The piece rests on a rich stained...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Leather and Brass Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley, 1960

$6,800 / set

Dunbar Leather and Brass Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley, 1960

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Dunbar Leather and Brass Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley, 1960. Original leather.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s

$12,900

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

A sizeable walnut wardrobe or cabinet designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, USA, c. 1950s. Interior has glass shelving and backside has round air grids ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Custom Model 6793 Club Chairs in Sapphire Blue Mohair

$22,000 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Custom Model 6793 Club Chairs in Sapphire Blue Mohair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Designer: Edward Wormley Manufacturer: Dunbar Model: 6793 Period: Mid-20th Century Materials: Mohair upholstery, solid mahogany bases A refined and inviting pair of Edward Wormley f...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofas in Raf Simons Velvet w/ Leather

$68,000 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofas in Raf Simons Velvet w/ Leather

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Rotating Library Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,800

Rotating Library Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A bleached mahogany library table with patinated leather top. The table rotates as the top and base remain stationary. Designd by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s

$15,500

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s

By Dux of Sweden, Edward Wormley

Located in Utrecht, NL

Edward Wormley took the best elements from classical, historical Scandinavian and other European furniture design and translated them into a Modern vernacular. The result was furnitu...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Linen

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

$4,000

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 Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1950s

$12,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Precedent Drop Leaf Dining Table by Edward Wormley

$1,920Sale Price|20% Off

Drexel Precedent Drop Leaf Dining Table by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in New York, NY

Attractive white elm drop leaf dining table, designed by Edward Wormley as part of the classic Precedent series, manufactured by Drexel. The table features two large drop leaves, eac...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Elm

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Chest Of Drawers

$2,995

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Chest Of Drawers

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern eight-drawer chest of drawers By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous walnut, with carved rosewood recessed drawer pulls...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

$5,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hamburg, PA

A classic Bracket Back Sofa #5497 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architect...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Channel Back Settee ca' 1940's

$5,800

Edward Wormley Dunbar Channel Back Settee ca' 1940's

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare and unusual settee By Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1940's. Distinguishing feature is the channel back, mahogany legs, heavy construction-with hand tied springs, built to last.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

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.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brass, Ash Wood and Glass Tulip Side Table

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brass, Ash Wood and Glass Tulip Side Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare variation of the more commonly seen tulip end table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Where as the original iteration of this table utilizes wood risers, this version uses brass. A ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Worlmey Lamp Table

$5,500

Edward Worlmey Lamp Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An edward Wormley Lamp Table Manufactured by Dunbar Original Tag and Label present Wonderful burled venner top

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Bleached Mahogany Corner Table for Dunbar

$4,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Bleached Mahogany Corner Table for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Minimalist design bleached mahogany corner table number 4977. Nicely grained woods with open design and expert craftsma...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Tear Drop Lounge Chairs

$14,000 / set

Edward Wormley Tear Drop Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful matched pair of tear drop lounges model #5106. Professionally re-upholstered.

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Three Tier Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$1,800

Three Tier Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A three tier table in dark mahogany by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Long John Bench by Dunbar, 1960

$1,800

Edward Wormley Long John Bench by Dunbar, 1960

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Long John Bench by Dunbar, 1960. Bench has been completely restored. Measures 59.75" long, 18.75" deep 12" tall

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

PAIR OF 5762 ARMCHAIRS FOR DUNBAR Edward Wormley

$5,255 / set

PAIR OF 5762 ARMCHAIRS FOR DUNBAR Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Forest, BE

Edward Wormley was an American designer of modern furniture. In 1926, he briefly studied at the Ar Institute of Chicago, but had to leave after three terms due to financial issues. I...

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Table

$2,800

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edward Wormley design side Table for Dunbar Furniture, Berne Indiana. Named the "Sheaf of Wheat" table line which was a best seller for Dunbar in the mid to late 1950's. A Travertine...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Edward Wormley, Console Table, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s

$11,500

Edward Wormley, Console Table, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

A walnut and brass console table designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, USA, 1950s. Dimensions: 27.375” H x 59.875” W x 21.875” D

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Edward Wormley 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 Edward Wormley furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Edward Wormley 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 Dunbar, Paul McCobb, and Herman Miller. Prices for Edward Wormley 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 $6,846.

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Questions About Edward Wormley Furniture

What materials did Edward Wormley use?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Edward Wormley used a variety of materials over the course of his career. Among them were laminated wood, brass, marble and silk. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently, his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work have an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets them apart from other furnishings of the era. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Edward Wormley furniture.