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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6302E Olive Burl Pedestal Table with Dry Bar

$4,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6302E Olive Burl Pedestal Table with Dry Bar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A refined and highly functional design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, this Model 6302E pedestal table exemplifies the designer’s masterful balance of organic materiality and architect...

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

Materials

Slate

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Brass Executive Desk

$5,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Brass Executive Desk

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Brass Executive Desk This desk measures: 80 wide x 37.75 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches Good Vintage Condi...

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

Materials

Brass

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid Century Precedent Chests/Dressers by Edward Wormley for Drexel, c1940s

$5,000 / set

Mid Century Precedent Chests/Dressers by Edward Wormley for Drexel, c1940s

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Pair Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Bachelor Chests – Refinished Elm w/ Brass Pulls – Mid Century Modern 1960s Exceptional pair of...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Black Lacquered Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, Refinished

$3,670

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Black Lacquered Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, Refinished

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Edward Wormley for Dunbar USA, 1950s Mahogany in black lacquered finish. Cabinet locks and key is in...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection

$9,500 / set

Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Stylish and elegant slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's. Upholstered in Fret custom Italian silk velvet, luxurious to the touch, (samples available). Chocolate bra...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Model 7350 Sofas by Edward Wormley

$8,400 / set

Dunbar Model 7350 Sofas by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Dunbar Model 7350 sofas by Edward Wormley. Vintage 1970’s sofas with more recent grey & pink silk upholstery. Original labels are no longer on ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Silk

Edward Wormley Dunbar Gondola Sofa

$19,500

Edward Wormley Dunbar Gondola Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Toledo, OH

Dunbar Gondola sofa, designed by Edward Wormley, manufactured by Dunbar, very good to excellent condition. This sofa has a very solid walnut frame. The ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Leather Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

$5,770

Mid-Century Modern Leather Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Portland, OR

A classic mid century modern tailored sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Custom specifications ordered by renowned Seattle interior design firm, Arthur Morgan Inc. Tuxedo-shaped thr...

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

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Feathers

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$3,895 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 19 wide x 23 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18.25...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Dunbar Tripod Table Edward Wormley Constellation Group

$3,875

Dunbar Tripod Table Edward Wormley Constellation Group

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your location. Tripod Table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Ebonized Walnut, Ash Legs, Black Formica Top.

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1960s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$16,850

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 Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

Ed Wormley for Dunbar Ash and Laminate Console Table

$2,225

Ed Wormley for Dunbar Ash and Laminate Console Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New Windsor, NY

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ash and laminate modular console table. Two white laminate shelves and solid ash open frame low console table. Circa 1960. Signed with gold metal tag, Dunba...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Ash

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 Mid Century Rosewood, Oak and Brass Credenza

$5,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood, Oak and Brass Credenza

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood, Oak and Brass Credenza This credenza measures: 80 wide x 18 deep x 27 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Minor Areas of Stain Wear...

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Table

$2,800

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 for Dunbar Side Table

$3,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Side Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

An elegant two tiered mahogany table on three legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

1960s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Large Executive Desk & Return - Refinished

$6,800 / set

1960s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Large Executive Desk & Return - Refinished

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Mid-Century Modern 1960s Edward Wormley for Dunbar executive desk, ensuite return. Dark finish over mahogany, to be refinished prior to shipping. Rosewood drawer pulls, brass sabot ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Pair of Armchairs in Green Velvet Upholstery

$4,400 / set

Edward Wormley Pair of Armchairs in Green Velvet Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, pair of armchairs, beech, velvet, United States, 1960s These armchairs are designed by Edward Wormley for the furniture company Dunbar in the sixties. The...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Velvet, Beech

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 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

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 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.

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

$11,595 / set

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

By Edward Wormley, Jack Lenor Larsen, 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

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

Restored Bachelor Chest by Edward Wormley, 1940's

$6,520

Restored Bachelor Chest by Edward Wormley, 1940's

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Wonderful bachelor's chest by Edward Wormley for his "Precendent" Collection designed for Drexel in 1947. One of the few collections Wormley produced outside of his work with Dunbar. The stately collection comprised over 100 pieces for each room of the home, featuring proprietary curled bar...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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 Model 5701 Lounge Chair & Ottoman

$10,000 / set

Edward Wormley Model 5701 Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 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 for Dunbar Mid Century Basketweave Rosewood and Mahogany Credenza

$9,095 / item

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Basketweave Rosewood and Mahogany Credenza

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Basketweave Rosewood and Mahogany Credenza This credenza measures: 80 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Piece has Sc...

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

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dressers

$11,500 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dressers

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of louvered front six drawer dressers designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$18,000

Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Tete-a-Tete sofa / daybed with walnut base and brass feet. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Herringbone Tweed / Navy & Taupe fabric.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1950s

$12,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Set of "Y" Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

$12,000 / set

Set of "Y" Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Westport, CT

A set of "Y" armchairs, designed by the Iconic Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, fitted with new caning, walnut frame work fully restored, stained in d...

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dark Wooden Open Frame End / Side Tables

$11,000 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dark Wooden Open Frame End / Side Tables

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century dark wood end / side tables with rectangular tops with rounded corners, pedestal bases, and an open frame design. (EDWARD ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley Dunbar Night Stands Walnut With Rosewood Handles Ca' 1950's

$4,800 / set

Edward Wormley Dunbar Night Stands Walnut With Rosewood Handles Ca' 1950's

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of classic night stands by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Single drawer with lower shelf, quality walnut construction, rosewood handles, solid brass gliders. The backs are finishe...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Dunbar, 1960

$3,200

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Dunbar, 1960

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Dunbar, 1960’s. Chair and ottoman are on casters and also original upholstery. Measure 29” tall 29” wide 37” deep, seat height 16.6” 22” ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

$6,070

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Three Seat Sofa Designed by Michael Taylor for Baker

$8,400Sale Price|40% Off

Three Seat Sofa Designed by Michael Taylor for Baker

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Early and scarcely seen three-seat sofa with fixed back cushions and flared tapering arms designed by Michael Taylor for Baker. A very comfortable sofa with incredibly clean lines. R...

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

Materials

Upholstery

Lovely Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstand Mid-Century Modern

$2,450 / set

Lovely Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstand Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel precedent end tables or nightstands. These pieces are in vintage condition and do show wear to the finish-we recommend refinishing or lacquer...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rare 1940s Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Partners Desk Leather Top & Drawers

$30,000

Rare 1940s Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Partners Desk Leather Top & Drawers

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Simply put, perhaps the most elegant desk designed by Edward J. Wormley. This very rare and early partner's desk, designed for Dunbar, c. 1946, model number 4600. Leather wrapped desk...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Four

$6,900

No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Four

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Roanoke, VA

Rare set of four No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs were acquired from estate with full Edward Wormley for Dunbar dining set. Rarely seen!

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Textile

Edward Wormley Long John Shelf for Dunbar

$3,612Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Long John Shelf for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Long John Shelf can be used as shelf or console. Walnut wood with great sapwood striped details.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

$14,000 / set

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully newly upholstered in Donghia velvet, color "Whiskey". Great for you living room, family room or office. A comfortable, relaxing swivel chair with great styling.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Rosewood

Mid-Century Walnut and Rosewood Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,800

Mid-Century Walnut and Rosewood Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Edward J. Wormely for Dunbar executive desk in walnut with deeply sculpted inset rosewood drawer pulls, brass shoes, and removable woven cane privacy screen (ca. 1950s, Indiana, USA)...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$2,500

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A great occasional "wedge" table (ref. 4809) by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with original dark finish. As ordered by NYC client, with green label.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dresser

$5,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dresser

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A louvered front six drawer dresser designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Matching nightstand available separately.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

$9,800

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

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

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany King Headboard w/Arm Rests, 1950

$8,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany King Headboard w/Arm Rests, 1950

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Headboard w/Arm Rests, 1950’s. Upholstered back and arm rests. Dunbar tag. Measures 42.5” tall 81” wide 4” deep

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2-Tier Burlwood and Mahogany Coffee Table

$3,295

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2-Tier Burlwood and Mahogany Coffee Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2-Tier Burlwood and Mahogany Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 48 wide x 27.75 deep x 27.75 inches high We take our photos in a control...

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany, Burl

Stunning Signed Dunbar Three Seater Sofa Mid-Century Modern

$4,200

Stunning Signed Dunbar Three Seater Sofa Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning signed Dunbar 3 seater sofa. This piece is upholstered in it's original celery green woven wool in very nice to excellent condition. The loose seat cushions are quite firm ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two Tone Dresser in Mahogany and Rosewood Circa 1960s

$2,295

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two Tone Dresser in Mahogany and Rosewood Circa 1960s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Peabody, MA

Three drawer dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with two-tone contrasting Honduran mahogany drawer fronts, top and sides, and rosewood trimmed case, circa 1960s.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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.