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

Pair of Edward Wormley Dunbar Love Seats Sofas Jack Lenor Larsen

$9,500 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley Dunbar Love Seats Sofas Jack Lenor Larsen

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Excellent pair of Edward Wormley designed for Dunbar love seat sofas. They retain their original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet fabric in close to excellent...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, 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

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

$68,000 / set

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

$3,500

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Troy, MI

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

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

Materials

Marble, Brass

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Wool

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.

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

$9,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley in Mahogany, C. 1960s

$18,000

Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley in Mahogany, C. 1960s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Westport, CT

Very rare four-door mahogany credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring striking brass basket weave front panels. The center doors open to reveal a spacious shelf, while the si...

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

Materials

Brass

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...

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

Materials

Mahogany, Burl

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

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

Twelve Dunbar Greene & Greene Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

$48,000 / set

Twelve Dunbar Greene & Greene Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

An extremely rare set of twelve dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Known as the Greene & Greene chair for it's crafted look with exposed tenon crest rail, rosewood ...

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.

$26,500

Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare, Iconic "Oasis Sofa" designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar, 1950s. Super stylish curved design that's both functional and comfortable. This ultra rare example ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley, Dunbar Sofa, Brown Velvet with Brass Legs

$16,000

Edward Wormley, Dunbar Sofa, Brown Velvet with Brass Legs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Greensboro, NC

Dunbar sofa, designed by Edward Wormley. This sofa was a custom length/custom order. It has been reupholstered in a brown cotton velvet with new cushions combining foam and down. Bra...

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

Materials

Brass

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Round Wooden End / Side Table

$5,800

Edward Wormley Round Wooden End / Side Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century round wooden side / end table with a circular top with beveled edge resting on three vertical rectangular supports connected to a triangular scooped side base. (...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

American Walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar Double Pedestal Desk w/ Folding Return

$14,500

American Walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar Double Pedestal Desk w/ Folding Return

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Rockaway, NJ

American walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar double pedestal desk w/ folding return. Uniquer folding return desk feature, nice architectural design back, beautiful amber honey tone finish.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern End Tables, A Pair

$2,985 / set

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern End Tables, A Pair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New Windsor, NY

A fine pair of Edward Wormley designed end tables for Dunbar. Each table is signed with the distinct Dunbar, Berne, Indiana gold metal tag. Circa 1960. Triangular book matched veneer...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

$1,600 / set

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in New York, NY

Chic set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley as part of the classic Precedent Line, for Drexel. The set includes two arm chairs, and four side chairs, they are in very go...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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 Long John Shelf for Dunbar

$3,612Sale Price|20% Off

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 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

Edward Wormley 'Janus' Lounge Armchair, Walnut & Cane, Tan Leather

$9,500

Edward Wormley 'Janus' Lounge Armchair, Walnut & Cane, Tan Leather

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century 'Janus' lounge / armchair with a wooden frame with dark walnut veneer, a rounded caned back, and a tan leather button tufted seat cushion and round back cushion,...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Leather, Upholstery

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Lounge Chair

$3,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Lounge Chair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus collection lounge chair.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric

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

$9,500

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar End Side Table with Gertrud and Otto Natzler Ceramic Tiles

$5,995

Edward Wormley Dunbar End Side Table with Gertrud and Otto Natzler Ceramic Tiles

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Gertrud and Otto Natzler

Located in Studio City, CA

This very rare and absolutely stunning Edward Wormley designed end/ occasional table for Dunbar Furniture for their "Janus" collection, circa 1956-1957 comes with inlaid, glazed tile...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edward Wormley design x-base ottoman for Dunbar Furniture. Timeless and classic design by Wormley offering additional seating for any arrangement. Newly refinished and upholstered in...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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

Floating Cabinets by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

$8,800 / set

Floating Cabinets by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

Elevate your interior with these exquisite mid-century floating cabinets, masterfully designed by the iconic Edward Wormley for Dunbar in the 1950s and meticulously restored to their...

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

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

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

$4,995 / set

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa

$24,695

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa This sofa measures: 103 wide x 34 deep x 31.25 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches Great Vintage Condition - Sofa Ba...

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

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Six Dining Chairs, Model 935 "Horseshoe Chairs" 1965c.

$18,000 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Six Dining Chairs, Model 935 "Horseshoe Chairs" 1965c.

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Six Dining Chairs,Model 935 "Horseshoe Chairs" 1965c. An elegant and highly sculptural set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furnit...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair

$2,950Sale Price|40% Off

Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley dunbar swivel lounge chair.

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

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Burl Wood Centre or Cocktail Round Table

$2,200Sale Price|35% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Burl Wood Centre or Cocktail Round Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Plainview, NY

Edward Wormley Mid Century Modern for Dunbar burl wood center or cocktail round Table. A timeless 1950s mid century modern faceted burl olive wood pedesta...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Burl

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

$5,500

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Fully restored in beautiful fog grey mohair over polished brass legs. Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$3,400Sale Price|22% Off

Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, circa 1950. Signed with brass tag. Features tufted back with piping. Original f...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

La Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Expertly Restored, Gray Mohair

$29,850

La Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Expertly Restored, Gray Mohair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Edward Wormley's famous La Gondola sofa. One of the best sofa designs of the entire modern design movement. Expertly refinished and reupholstered in a light to medium grey mohair. Pl...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

$10,800 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Table, Bench, Dunbar, Brass, Mahogany

$2,800

Edward Wormley Table, Bench, Dunbar, Brass, Mahogany

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co. Rosewood and Mahogany Roll Top Desk

$17,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co. Rosewood and Mahogany Roll Top Desk

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century rosewood and mahogany desk with two tambour roll top outer sections with brass hardware that open to reveal workspace and compartments, with an open central work...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Square Wooden Double Shelf End / Side Table

$12,800 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Square Wooden Double Shelf End / Side Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century square lacquered wooden end / side tables with an open shelf below the square top, resting on a solid stepped base that creates as a taller lower shelf. ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

Category

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Dunbar Snack Table Floor Lamp, Model 4856, Designed by Edward Wormley

$5,900

Dunbar Snack Table Floor Lamp, Model 4856, Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hanover, MA

Rare Dunbar floor lamp/snack table combo, Model 4856, designed by Edward Wormley circa 1948. Original Dunbar tag on underside. Slender tapered walnut leg and lamp stem. Round top, 25...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Server Bar by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,200

Server Bar by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

A multifunctional walnut bar cart on casters by Edward Wormley for Dunbar– Model 5433. The cabinet has two cedar shelves which can be adjusted up or down. One drawer above the cabine...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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

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 Janus Line Lounge Chairs

$18,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Line Lounge Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edward Wormley Janus series lounge chairs for Dunbar, Circa 1957. Sophisticated smaller slipper or lounge chairs with carved snakeskin pattern front legs. A rare design that is eye c...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Riemerschmid Set of 8 dining armchairs dark mahogany

$18,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Riemerschmid Set of 8 dining armchairs dark mahogany

By Edward Wormley

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

A great set of vintage Riemerschmid armchairs with Scalamandre tiger pattern fabric. Two chairs with arm damage as photographed. Can discount if you purchase 6 chairs only. Local p...

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

Materials

Mahogany

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

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

$4,200 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

$18,500

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning, expertly restored pair of early wingback chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring a custom Cartier-exclusive textile and refinished espresso bases. This heirloom-qu...

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

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$5,200

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 for Dunbar Ebonized Mahogany Wardrobe Cabinet, c. 1950's

$15,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Mahogany Wardrobe Cabinet, c. 1950's

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful functional wardrobe cabinet designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c. mid-1950's. This piece in ebonized mahogany features bi-fold cabinet ...

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

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Mahogany, Oak

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s

$12,900

Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley 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.