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 Edward Wormley For Dunbar “Long John” Walnut Coffee Table

$4,100Sale Price|20% Off

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

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Walnut

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

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20th Century Edward Wormley Furniture

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Walnut

Edward Wormley Designs for Dunbar: Market Notes January 1956

$250

Edward Wormley Designs for Dunbar: Market Notes January 1956

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Small format brochure published in January 1956 showcasing nearly 50 new Edward Wormley designs for Dunbar Furniture, presented at the Chicago Merchandise Mart. Highlights include th...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Paper

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

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Wood, Walnut

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, Gertrud and Otto Natzler, Edward Wormley

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

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Ceramic, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware

$8,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Brass Hardware

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautifully restored walnut and mahogany cabinet with brass hardware and pull out trey. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Reupholstered Edward Wormley “New York” Sofa for Dunbar, DUX, Mid-Century Modern

$17,974

Reupholstered Edward Wormley “New York” Sofa for Dunbar, DUX, Mid-Century Modern

By Dux of Sweden, Edward Wormley

Located in Göteborg, SE

A elegant “New York” (model 5316) sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, produced at Ljungs Industrier / DUX in the 1950s. This iconic mid-century modern piece features a beauti...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

1950s 98" Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 armless sofa Mohair and Wool

$12,500

1950s 98" Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 armless sofa Mohair and Wool

By Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1950s iconic armless sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture model 5526. Reupholstered in a green mohair base with neutral diagonal striped wool loose cushions. A ver...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mohair

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

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern End Tables, A Pair

$2,985 / set

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern End Tables, A Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

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Wood, Mahogany

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare opportunity. All original example of the Alexandria Chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Retains the original, high quality black leather seat with attractive wear. This...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mahogany, Leather

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

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Marble, Brass

Edward Wormley Woven Front Commode Credenza

$4,224Sale Price / item|52% Off

Edward Wormley Woven Front Commode Credenza

By Edward Wormley

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Edward Wormley woven front bleached and cerused mahogany cabinet / commode with aluminum legs. Two available, priced individually.

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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

$4,500

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Velvet, Wood

Rand McNally Globe by Edward Wormley / Dunbar

$3,950

Rand McNally Globe by Edward Wormley / Dunbar

By Rand McNally & Co., Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Rand McNally Globe by Edward Wormley / Dunbar A Tri-Leg Atomic design with Brass Capped Feet. This globe does not Illuminate. It is a Metal Globe. Uncertain if this is the origin...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood

Three Seat Sofa Designed by Michael Taylor for Baker

$8,400Sale Price|40% Off

Three Seat Sofa Designed by Michael Taylor for Baker

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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

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Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

$8,495

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century Model 452 Rosewood Tambour door executive desk This desk measures: 74.5 wide x 28 deep x 35 high, with a chair clearance of 24 inches We take ...

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

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Rosewood

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

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Travertine

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Dunbar, 1960

$3,200

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Dunbar, 1960

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery

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 Rosewood and Mahogany Side Table

$1,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rosewood and Mahogany Side Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A mahogany and rosewood side table deigned by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1960s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Rosewood

Edward Wormley Lounge Chairs by Dunbar

$4,500 / set

Edward Wormley Lounge Chairs by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

This pair of Edward Wormley easy chairs have a wonderful profile combining a casual slipper chair with a wing-back. Stylish, comfortable and well built by Dunbar they are the perfec...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

$4,130

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Norwalk, CT

An elegant Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, embodying the designer's signature balance of refined sophistication and exceptional comfort. With its clean...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Beech

Chest of Drawers on Hairpin Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,000Sale Price|26% Off

Chest of Drawers on Hairpin Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Ferndale, MI

Chest of drawers on hairpin legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Scarce Wormley Design. Measures: 45" wide also available.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Birch, 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

Materials: Walnut Wood, Boucle Fabric _________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey w...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Wood, Walnut

Edward Wormley Rosewood and Mahogany Roll Top Desk, Mid-Century Design

$17,800

Edward Wormley Rosewood and Mahogany Roll Top Desk, Mid-Century Design

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

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Wood

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

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut and Chinese Print Block Floating Credenza

$5,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut and Chinese Print Block Floating Credenza

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A wall mounted floating credenza consisting of a walnut case, 4 doors accentuated with Chinese printers block and an accent of continuous rosewood face...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Walnut

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Glass, Mahogany

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lazy Susan Walnut Dining Table MCM

$3,800

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lazy Susan Walnut Dining Table MCM

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

An exceptionally rare and architecturally refined fondue table designed by Edward Wormley (American, 1907–1995) for the Dunbar Furniture Company, Berne, Indiana, dating to the late 1...

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

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Walnut

Edward Wormley Walnut Eight-Drawer Chest with Brass and Tiles

$16,500

Edward Wormley Walnut Eight-Drawer Chest with Brass and Tiles

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century walnut eight-drawer chest comprised of a narrow set of drawers on the left and a wider set of drawers on the right , all with drawer pulls made of brass and Natzler ceramic half-moon burgundy tiles...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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Metal, Brass

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

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Marble

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

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Executive Walnut Desk by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar

$6,895

Mid-Century Executive Walnut Desk by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful mid-century executive walnut desk designed by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar in the United States, circa 1950s. This desk is made with a timeless design that has been profess...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

$2,247

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood, Elm

Dunbar Edward Wormley Deep Blue Alpaca Sofa Mid-Century Modern

$16,000

Dunbar Edward Wormley Deep Blue Alpaca Sofa Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Rare Mid-Century Rich Royal Blue Alpaca Three-seat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar sits on square chrome legs. It has one tufted seat cushion and three loose ba...

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

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Chrome

Marble Top Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,800

Marble Top Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A low coffee table with three legged mahogany base, brass feet and stone top. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Marble

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, Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Metal

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

$16,000

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

$12,000

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Dunbar sofa can be paired as a sectional with matching chaise longue 5525 we have offered in another listing.

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

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Upholstery

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Walnut

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

$2,995 / set

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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

Materials

Brass

Early 1940s Edward J. Wormley Elegant Armchairs for Dunbar in Dark Expresso x 2

$2,125 / item

Early 1940s Edward J. Wormley Elegant Armchairs for Dunbar in Dark Expresso x 2

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Early 1940s Edward J. Wormley Elegant Neoclassical Style occasional arm chairs for Dunbar model No. 116B. As shown in "The Other Face of Modernism" book on Wormley , and in the 1940s...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mahogany

Pair Restored Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut & Leather 8-Drawer Cabinets

$12,000 / set

Pair Restored Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut & Leather 8-Drawer Cabinets

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This pair of dressers was designed by decorated design icon Edward Wormly for equally revered manufacturer Dunbar Furniture. Known for hundreds of successful designs and exceptional ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus Group Ottoman, circa 1955

$8,500

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

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Upholstery, Walnut

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

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Marble, Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Magazine Tree Table

$8,697

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

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Birch, Walnut

All Arms- Miraculous Set of 14 Arm Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

$133,000 / set

All Arms- Miraculous Set of 14 Arm Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) cane back Klismos ARM dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. A set of th...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Cane, Walnut

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

$21,200Sale Price|20% Off

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley

$14,000

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A Dunbar sofa with mahogany stretchers designed by Edward Wormley. Fully restored and reupholstered in Zinc / Roccapina / Sagone Racing fabric.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Edward Wormley "Snack" Side Table for Dunbar

$6,594

Edward Wormley "Snack" Side Table for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Diego, CA

A masterclass in elegant utility, this rare Model 4856 Snack Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar distills mid-century American luxury into a single, sculptural form. Light in hand, ye...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Chrome

Edward J Wormley Walnut Chest by Dunbar, Mid-Century, Circa 1955, USA

$12,900

Edward J Wormley Walnut Chest by Dunbar, Mid-Century, Circa 1955, USA

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century walnut cabinet comprised of two adjacent sections with two roll doors, the left with 4 larger pull out drawers, and the right with 8 dra...

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

Materials

Bentwood

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

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

Materials

Upholstery

Mahogany Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,700Sale Price|40% Off

Mahogany Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare ribbon mahogany and stainless steel basket weave front credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This piece retains its original Dunbar finish which is in excellent condi...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dunbar Snack Table by Edward Wormley

$6,800

Dunbar Snack Table by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Snack table with brass tripod legs and finial, Carpitian Elm top with walnut edge and center post. Model number 4856, early green Dunbar label.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Side End Tables - Pair

$3,895 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Side End Tables - Pair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Side End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 21 wide x 28 deep x 25.25 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Tables have Minor Sta...

Category

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

Materials

Rosewood

Cabinet / Hutch by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$18,000

Cabinet / Hutch by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare and refined two piece cabinet designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The top portion has inset antique Chinese printing blocks with a row of Rosewood drawers underneath. The b...

Category

1950s 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.