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

Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart Edward Wormley for Dunbar C1953

$4,795

Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart Edward Wormley for Dunbar C1953

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous bar cart/server with a drop down top which is 27 inches and 54 when raised, shelves for bottles, cupboard for glasses and other necessities. Model # 5433 created out of waln...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

$5,000

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture corner bookcase record console. Made of walnut featuring modular cubist "L" shape form with five tapered metal legs.

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

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles

$7,875

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles, model 5425, Mahogany wood base, glass tiles with brass edge. Label on underside [Du...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

5480 Captain's Chair designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

$3,990 / item

5480 Captain's Chair designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A chair is an argument about how to sit—and more broadly, how to live. The Captain's Chair by Edward Wormley makes its case with understated eloquence: that American furniture tradit...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Long John Shelf for Dunbar

$4,515

Edward Wormley Long John Shelf for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Mahogany, USA, 1950s

$7,900

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Mahogany, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Bold Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,000

Bold Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Bold mahogany coffee table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, circa 1950. Signed with Dunbar tag. U-shaped legs supporting...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Rare set of Eight 1950s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Armchairs

$8,500 / set

Rare set of Eight 1950s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Armchairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Rare set of 8 dining room or conference armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model number 842, in mahogany with original red velvet seats. All original, minor touch up prior to s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Elliptical coffee table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$6,595

Elliptical coffee table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Uccle, BE

Large elliptical-shaped coffee table, the black laminate (formica) top surrounded by wood. The top rests on four stainless steel legs with double spacers assembled by screws receivin...

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

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000 / set

Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of beautifully restored walnut and mahogany dressers with brass hardware. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

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 for Dunbar Refinished Two-Tone Console or Sofa Table with Drawer

$6,850

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Refinished Two-Tone Console or Sofa Table with Drawer

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar model # 5294 two level console or sofa table with centered single drawer. Professionally refinished, in two-tone to match origina...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Mahogany

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$32,000 / set

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of mahogany framed sofas / daybeds designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Zink / Sappheo / Cypress.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

$10,800 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Series Lounge Chairs, 1957. Original upholstery. Front legs have a beautiful carved pattern. Measure 30.5" wide 25" deep 26" tall, seat heig...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Display Shelf/ Room Divider Super-Structure Model 5223

$7,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Display Shelf/ Room Divider Super-Structure Model 5223

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Versatile Room Divider/ Display Shelf, Super-Structure Model number 5223 Designed to be used on top of a cabinet, or on the floor. This simple elegant Pie...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Mahogany Settee Bench

$3,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Mahogany Settee Bench

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Mahogany Settee Bench This settee measures: 52.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 27 ...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

$7,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Denton, TX

Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar mahogany credenza with solid brass hardware. Nine drawers with center cabinet.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$44,995 / set

Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare set of "Janus" wing chairs and ottomans designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. One of his most iconic designs! In the Janus Collection Wormley modernized the lines of eighteen...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

$55,000

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Rogers & Goffigon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1950s, USA, La Gondola sofa. The extra long sofa features a mahogany frame that supports the backrest and seat offering a floating effect to the seat bac...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern Walnut High Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman

$3,250

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern Walnut High Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Frame High Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Item features an angled stretcher base, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain, original label, clean moder...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley Japanese Print Block Cabinet

$5,900

Edward Wormley Japanese Print Block Cabinet

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful example from Mr. Wormley's most prolific period. A walnut case surrounds 4 doors highlighted with Antique Japanese Printers Blocks. Hand ca...

Category

1950s North American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Table, Refinished

$6,995

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Table, Refinished

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut extension dining table By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Measures: 66"W x 44.25"D x 29.5"H. Extends up to 114"W with two 2...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Dunbar Club Chairs with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

$6,800 / 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

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

Dunbar Coffee Table by Edward Wormley Walnut Brass

$1,372Sale Price|50% Off

Dunbar Coffee Table by Edward Wormley Walnut Brass

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Dunbar Coffee Table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Walnut with Brass Trim.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$5,200

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This is a wonderful example of a period sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Circa 1960s, it is a single left arm sofa and sits on two wood runne...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Showcase Curio Display Cabinet Bookcase

$7,000

Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Showcase Curio Display Cabinet Bookcase

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dayton, OH

This impressive showcase / room divider was a Custom order designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Features a rectangular walnut case raised over large silver tapered metal legs The c...

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

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Wing Chair by Edward Wormley with Ottoman

$30,000 / set

Wing Chair by Edward Wormley with Ottoman

By Edward Wormley

Located in San Francisco, CA

A "Janus" wing chair by Edward Wormley A wing chair by Edward Wormley restored in a luxurious Rogers & Goffigan Belgian linen fabric. The mahogany base has been bleached to a pale fi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Rare Edward Wormley Custom Mahogany and Natural Rosewood Oval Dining Table

$8,400Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Edward Wormley Custom Mahogany and Natural Rosewood Oval Dining Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Outstanding custom-made large oval dining table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Dark stained mahogany border, incised apron and squared legs. Inlaid bookmatched rosewood venee...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Hexagonal Table

$3,200

Edward Wormley Hexagonal Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

This table is an early design by Ed Wormley for Dunbar is a cylindrical form of mahogany with hexagonal faceted sides. It can serve as a side table, or with the addition of a larger ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Slate

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Sideboard

$4,000

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Sideboard

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Mid-Century Modern Wormley for Drexel, his Precedent collection sideboard-buffet, originally designed in the late 1940s. Center drawers with end cabinet doors and interior shelves. P...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Elm

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Sheaf of Wheat Table with Glass Top

$2,900

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Sheaf of Wheat Table with Glass Top

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Sheaf of Wheat Table Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. TAble has been freshly ebonized. Brass ring and hardware gently cleaned. Replacement glass top is 3/8” thick ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane Back Freshly Upholstered Dining Chairs

$4,800 / set

Set of 6 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane Back Freshly Upholstered Dining Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hudson, NY

Set of 6 freshly upholstered dining chairs model 5296 and 5297 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Company. Stunning curved back design with sculpted back legs that are s...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Rare Set of Lounge Chairs in Walnut by Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1950's

$16,000 / set

Rare Set of Lounge Chairs in Walnut by Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1950's

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Troy, MI

Set of 4 rare bentwood lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley Model 5646 Dunbar circa 1950s Curved barrel back seat in bent walnut with integrated sculpted armrests Legs are taper...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers, Nightstands

$8,500

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers, Nightstands

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully crafted chest of drawers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. These are mahogany and feature 5 drawers, 2 smaller than the other three. Make great n...

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

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Side Table, 1950s

$3,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Side Table, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Sheaf of wheat side table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar very good vintage original condition.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Rosewood Roll top Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452. All Original

$12,850

Rosewood Roll top Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452. All Original

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk in very good completely original condition. Two rolltops, one on each side and three drawers. Large work se...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Extension Walnut Dining Table for Dunbar, circa 1953

$5,760Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Extension Walnut Dining Table for Dunbar, circa 1953

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Camden, ME

An Edward Wormley walnut extension dining table designed for Dunbar in the early 1950s. The dark walnut base sets on four leather cased feet contrasts with the walnut top which is a ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Large Limited Edition Sofa "La Gondola" by Edward Wormley

$37,000

Large Limited Edition Sofa "La Gondola" by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Stamford, CT

A limited edition "La Gondola" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, produced in 1957. Model 5719 is part of the Janus Collection, seen by man...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Flip Top Dining or Game Table, Newly Refinished

$3,295

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Flip Top Dining or Game Table, Newly Refinished

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern flip top game table or dining table By Edward Wormley for Dunbar USA, 1950s Walnut, with original brass hinges, leather wrapped feet, and velvet ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 years of artisanal exper...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Chair in Jack Lenor Larsen

$14,000 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Chair in Jack Lenor Larsen

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Introducing a dining height Janus armchair designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley. The chair features a sculpted dark mahogany frame and Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery wi...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

1940s Early Edward Wormley Dunbar Petite Slipper Chair

$1,900

1940s Early Edward Wormley Dunbar Petite Slipper Chair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Great early modernism design by one of the most prominent designers of the period- Edward Wormely for Dunbar. Nice small scale would allow for a variety of applications.

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar lounge chair with unique setback front legs, and clad in moss green wool upholstery. Extremely comfortable with deep seat cushion and slight angle of the th...

Category

1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Wool

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Nightstand, 1960

$3,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Nightstand, 1960

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Nightstand, 1960’s. Original great condition with 4 leuvered drawers, velvet lined jewelry divider in top drawer and base is wrapped in leather. Measures 2...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Wood

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

$14,000 / set

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus Group Ottoman, circa 1955

$6,800Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus Group Ottoman, circa 1955

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus Group Ottoman, circa 1955 – Reupholstered Tufted Pillow-Top with Splayed Mahogany Legs Description An iconic mid-century design by Edward Wormley for...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Table with Inset Natzler Tiles

$4,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Table with Inset Natzler Tiles

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A walnut end table with inset ceramic tiles by Otto and Gertrud Natzler. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Dunbar Wormley Dining Table in Rosewood Model 936 C 1950/1960's

$5,520Sale Price|20% Off

Dunbar Wormley Dining Table in Rosewood Model 936 C 1950/1960's

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Stunning rosewood dining table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. The table features a rich and vibrant rosewood veneer top on an architectural pedestal base, with original metal disk...

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

Materials

Rosewood

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

Pair of Sheaf of Wheat Tables by Edward Wormley

$2,500 / set

Pair of Sheaf of Wheat Tables by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Gorgeous mid-century sheaf of wheat side tables with gorgeous Empress Green Marble tops and brass details, designed in the 1950's by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Tables are in excell...

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

Materials

Marble

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1950s Asian Influence Walnut Extension Dining Table

$5,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1950s Asian Influence Walnut Extension Dining Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1950s Mid-Century Modern with Asian influence walnut top with beveled edge extension dining table with two 15" leaves on ebonzied base and leather s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain Chairs

$14,000 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Discover one of Edward Wormley's most famous and elegant chairs. A timeless masterpiece, The Captain Chair. We have fully restored this iconic piece to its original splendor, highlighting the beautiful polished brass, cane back, and curved wood frame. The seat has been meticulously reupholstered in Holland & Sherry performance fabric, ensuring both durability and sophistication. Elevate your space with a piece that embodies the essence of mid-century modern luxury. Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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

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.