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

Mahogany and Travertine Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,800

Mahogany and Travertine Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A mahogany and travertine coffee table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Refinished frame with original stone.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

$3,447

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Credenza This credenza measures: 61.5 wide x 18 deep x 32.25 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Finish Is Rough. Chips and Scratche...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Rosewood Occasional Table for Dunbar with Murano Glass Tile Top

$7,800

Edward Wormley Rosewood Occasional Table for Dunbar with Murano Glass Tile Top

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar solid Brazilian Rosewood occasional table with green Murano Glass mosaic tile top and brass banding. Retains green rectangular Dunbar metal label. A ve...

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

Materials

Cut Glass, Rosewood

Edward Wormley, Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1950s

$5,600

Edward Wormley, Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A walnut coffee table designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s. Light chipping present, with touch-ups carried out. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.5"H x 66...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

$2,850

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

From the 1940s Dunbar Enduring Modern catalog is model # 2193, a single large end table with lower tier bookshelf by Edward J. Wormley. Rounded legs, has divider in center to hold bo...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Walnut Dining Table, Newly Restored

$5,395

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Walnut Dining Table, Newly Restored

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table in book-matched walnut By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Measures: 52.5" W x 40.25" D x 29.25" H. Extends ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley For Dunbar “Long John” Walnut Coffee Table

$4,225

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley For Dunbar “Long John” Walnut Coffee Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a 1950s walnut coffee table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar….often called the “Long John”. It is one of his more iconic pieces....

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

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Game Table for Dunbar, Mid-Century, Wooden, Sabre Legs

$9,800

Edward Wormley Game Table for Dunbar, Mid-Century, Wooden, Sabre Legs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century wooden game table with a square tabletop with rounded corners, resting on four sabre legs. (EDWARD J WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Cognac Leather Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$8,900 / set

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Cognac Leather Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

_______________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut, Mahogany

A Pair Of Small Dressers By Edward Wormley For Dunbar Ca' 1940's

$3,500

A Pair Of Small Dressers By Edward Wormley For Dunbar Ca' 1940's

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of classic, small three drawer dressers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1940's. Bleached mahogany, restored in a medium/dark finish. Leather wrapped bases. These have many us...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Club Chairs with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

$5,500 / set

Dunbar Club Chairs with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage large-scale pair of Dunbar club chairs with the original Jack Lenor Larsen fabric, 1970s. Tuxedo style design with loose cushions and bronze platform base. Both chairs are in...

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

Materials

Upholstery

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

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stools

$7,500 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stools

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pair of Thebes Stools designed by Edward Wormley manufactured by Dunbar Mahogany legs with Boucle Upholstery The Estate we purchased from had...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar one drawer side table

$2,200

Edward Wormley for Dunbar one drawer side table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Ferndale, MI

The beauty of Edward Wormley designs is the subtle details and quality construction . Walnut cabinet sits on solid brass glides . Single drawer is convex in shape . Drawer pull is of...

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Janus Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,850 / set

Pair of Janus Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

This pair of Janus chairs, designed by Edward Wormley, and manufactured by Dunbar furniture company, 1950s, have been expertly restored, refinished, and reupholstered in a beautiful...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Black Leather Janus Lounge Chair, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957

$10,050Sale Price|25% Off

Edward Wormley Black Leather Janus Lounge Chair, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Edward Wormley black leather Janus lounge ch air, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957 ash, leather; 33.75 H × 30.5 W × 34 D in; Stitched manufacturer's mark to decking ...

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

Materials

Leather, Ash

Dunbar Mid-Century French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Twin Size Headboards

$1,995 / set

Dunbar Mid-Century French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Twin Size Headboards

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of mid-century French Regency Louis XVI style carved mahogany twin size headboards By Edward Wormley for Dunbar USA, Circa 1940s Each measures: 41.75"W x 1.75"D x ...

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1940s American Louis XVI Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Sheaf of Wheat Travertine Top Coffee Table by Edward Wormley, C. 1950s

$6,800

Sheaf of Wheat Travertine Top Coffee Table by Edward Wormley, C. 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

Vintage "Sheaf of Wheat Coffee Table," a timeless piece designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. This exquisite table features a luxurious travertine top, known for it...

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

Materials

Travertine

Four 'Riemerschmid' Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000 / set

Four 'Riemerschmid' Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A set of four walnut Riemerschmid armchairs with leather seats. Designed by Edward Womrley for Dunbar in 1947. Fully restored.

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1960s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury 101in Model 488 Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,520Sale Price|20% Off

Midcentury 101in Model 488 Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

Dunbar Edward Wormley Wormley has pioneered in a broad field of design, he was one of those unique designers who was sensitive to the interplay involved in selling modernism and st...

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

Materials

Fabric, Down

Edward Wormley Round two tier Walnut Coffee table for Dunbar

$4,900

Edward Wormley Round two tier Walnut Coffee table for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Lynn, MA

Round two tier walnut coffee table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fantastic grains. Ready for use

Category

20th Century Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$1,807Sale Price|35% Off

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar,. Offered is a handsome mid century blond wood bar cart or serving cart from the Precedent series designed by Edward Wormley ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Coffee Table with Travertine Top

$6,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Coffee Table with Travertine Top

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A mahogany coffee table with travertine top. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Swivel Lounge Chairs

$13,750

Edward Wormley Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pair of Edward Wormley Lounge Chairs Manufactured by Dunbar Furniture Original Striped Fabric in clean condition Mahogany laminated base Marked Dunbar Fabric under seat cushion

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Occasional Table

$1,150

Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Occasional Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Forney, TX

A beautiful mid-century custom ordered occasional table, model 426A, designed by Edward Wormley (American, 1907-1995) for Dunbar Furniture; Berne, Indiana. The two-tier Modernist...

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

Materials

Brass

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

Pair of Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Pair of Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of mahogany side tables designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

$3,750Sale Price / set|25% Off

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 Table, Bench, Dunbar, Brass, Mahogany

$2,800

Edward Wormley Table, Bench, Dunbar, Brass, Mahogany

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

Cool Dunbar table/ bench/ magazine rack designed by Edward Wormley. Mahogany and brass.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available

$2,540 / item

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Hudson, NY

10 available- Priced per chair Absolutely stunning butter soft leather Roger Sprunger for Dunbar office chairs on smooth gliding casters. All original chairs are in very good condit...

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

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two-Tier Walnut and Brass Cocktail Table, Refinished

$1,995

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two-Tier Walnut and Brass Cocktail Table, Refinished

By Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional mid-century modern two-tier cocktail or coffee table By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Carved walnut, with brass stretchers Measures: 48"W x 28"D...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chair

$2,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Tall back lounge chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar furniture. Beautiful crisp lines frame the chair with grace and style. Edward Wormley’s designs are still often mimicked ...

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

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/Tall Dresser with Brass Pulls

$5,600

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/Tall Dresser with Brass Pulls

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Elegant tall dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Featuring 5 drawers each with a pair of solid brass drawer pulls. Constructed out of solid wood and veneer. Dunbar is one of the ...

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$6,350 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Culver City, CA

Available right now we have an absolutely stunning pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. These chairs have been freshly reupholstered in a wonderful nubby white boucle...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Magazine Tree Table

$8,805

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Magazine Tree Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Utrecht, NL

Magazine tree, model 4765 by American designer Edward Wormley executed in birch and sap grain walnut, designed in 1947 for Dunbar Furniture USA. A very special, functional and aesth...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Dunbar Murano Tile Top Game Table by Edward Wormley

$28,000

Dunbar Murano Tile Top Game Table by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare Murano glass tile top game / dining table with brass edging and tapered mahogany legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with early green Dunbar label. This is the largest Murano tile table...

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Rosewood Roll Top Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$14,000

Rosewood Roll Top Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rosewood tambour roll top desk with brass feet and leather trim. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved Sofa

$5,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Great Barrington, MA

The highest level of craftsmanship. Dunbar. It's all in the subtleness of this sofa. The curved frame. The lines. The proportions.

Category

Mid-20th Century Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Linen

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5485A Mid Century Mahogany Angle Arm Sofa

$10,395

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5485A Mid Century Mahogany Angle Arm Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5485A Mid Century Mahogany Angle Arm Sofa This sofa measures: 96 wide x 33 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 27.5 inc...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

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 Ebonized Mahogany Side Tables

$4,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

Edward Wormley Ebonized Mahogany Side Tables

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Denton, TX

Edward Wormley ebonized mahogany side table with storage.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Sandalwood and Blackened Steel Coffee Table for Dunbar, 1950s

$2,000

Edward Wormley Sandalwood and Blackened Steel Coffee Table for Dunbar, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Edward Wormley designed coffee table with nine inset blackened steel plates on a sandalwood Parsons style frame. Manufactured by Dunbar, 1950s. The sandalwood has been stripped ...

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

Materials

Steel

Edward Wormley Magazine Tree model #4765 for Dunbar

$8,500

Edward Wormley Magazine Tree model #4765 for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Lynn, MA

A rare and striking design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The ebonized magazine tree model 4765 features five shelves cantilevered from a central support. Metal tag present. Great col...

Category

20th Century American Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Birch

Four Dunbar Alexandria Chairs by Edward Wormley

$38,000 / set

Four Dunbar Alexandria Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare set of four Dunbar Alexandria occasional chairs, model 6004, designed by Edward Wormley. Beautifully restored and upholstered in leather.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Rare Vanity and/or Writing Desk, circa 1945

$12,800Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Rare Vanity and/or Writing Desk, circa 1945

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Rare Vanity and/or Writing Desk, circa 1945 This exquisite desk features a mahogany wood construction with an oil finish, topped with new Edelman cherry c...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4568 Lacquered Steel and Mahogany Bookcase

$9,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4568 Lacquered Steel and Mahogany Bookcase

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4568 Mid Century Lacquered Steel and Mahogany Bookcase This bookcase measures: 48 wide x 10.25 deep x 51 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Bookca...

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

Materials

Steel

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstands or Small Chests

$3,250

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstands or Small Chests

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of silver elm nightstands in dark brown finish with brass hardware. Designed by Edward Wormley for the Precedent collection by Drexel, design...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley End Table, Mid-Century Wood, Three-Tier Design, USA

$8,500

Edward Wormley End Table, Mid-Century Wood, Three-Tier Design, USA

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century three-tier medium brown finished wooden end table with a rectangular top and two shelves below, with rectangular supports on either side, resting on a pedestal b...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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 Cabinet in Burl, Brass Mahogany and Yellow / Gold Lamartine Marble

$9,850

Dunbar Cabinet in Burl, Brass Mahogany and Yellow / Gold Lamartine Marble

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare Dunbar cabinet designed by Edward Wormley with burl wood case, mahogany frame and legs with gold / yellow Lamartine Marble top. The two doors lock with the original key and open...

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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Step End Table

$1,830

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Step End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Three-tiered step up side table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950. This table is in wonderful condition and can be used as an end ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$3,750Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chino Hills, CA

For sale is an exquisite Pair of Slipper Chairs by the renowned designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. These iconic chairs have been meticulously refinished and are in over...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Suede, Walnut

Edward Wormley Party Server

$4,950

Edward Wormley Party Server

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Edward Wormley Party Server Walnut,Japanese Pine and Laminate. The bar cart features one drawer and 2 adjustable shelves The top pivots and measur...

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Three-Tier End Table, Dark Wood, Circa 1955

$8,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Three-Tier End Table, Dark Wood, Circa 1955

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century three-tier dark wooden end table with a rectangular top and two shelves below, with rectangular supports on either side, resting on a pedestal base. (EDWARD WORM...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley Dunbar Custom Credenza Rosewood Curved Front

$7,500

Edward Wormley Dunbar Custom Credenza Rosewood Curved Front

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare credenza designed by Edward Wormley and custom made by Dunbar for Mellin Furniture Galleries, Warren, Michigan, circa 1969. Curved front rosewood doors, walnut case with plast...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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.