Edward Wormley Furniture

American, 1907-1995

As the longtime director of design for the Dunbar furniture company, Edward Wormley was, along with such peers as George Nelson at Herman Miller Inc., and Florence Knoll of Knoll Inc., one of the leading forces in bringing modern design into American homes in the mid-20th century. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work has an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets it apart from other furnishings of the era.

Wormley was born in rural Illinois and as a teenager took correspondence courses from the New York School of Interior Design. He later attended the Art Institute of Chicago but ran out of money for tuition before he could graduate. Marshall Field hired Wormley in 1930 to design a line of reproduction 18th-century English furniture; the following year he was hired by the Indiana-based Dunbar, where he quickly distinguished himself. It was a good match.

Dunbar was an unusual firm: it did not use automated production systems; its pieces were mostly hand-constructed. For his part, Wormley did not use metal as a major component of furniture; he liked craft elements such as caned seatbacks, tambour drawers, or the woven-wood cabinet fronts seen on his Model 5666 sideboard of 1956. He designed two lines for Dunbar each year — one traditional, one modern — until 1944, by which time the contemporary pieces had become the clear best sellers.

Many of Wormley’s signature pieces — chairs, sofas, tables and more — are modern interpretations of traditional forms. His 1946 Riemerschmid Chair — an example is in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art — recapitulates a late 19th-century German design. The long, slender finials of his Model 5580 dining chairs are based on those of Louis XVI chairs; his Listen-to-Me Chaise (1948) has a gentle Rococo curve; the “Precedent” line that Wormley designed for Drexel Furniture in 1947 is a simplified, pared-down take on muscular Georgian furniture. But he could invent new forms, as his Magazine table of 1953, with its bent wood pockets, and his tiered Magazine Tree (1947), both show. And Wormley kept his eye on design currents, creating a series of tables with tops that incorporate tiles and roundels by the great modern ceramicists Otto and Gertrud Natzler.

As the vintage items on 1stDibs demonstrate, Edward Wormley conceived of a subdued sort of modernism, designing furniture that fits into any decorating scheme and does not shout for attention.

Creator: Edward Wormley

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

$7,500

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early channel back sofa with brass legs and covered in blue fabric by Edward Wormley. Model #4757 designed in 1947. The fabric is tired and should...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950

$4,800

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950’s. The armrests are rosewood. Measures 26” wide 30.5” deep 31.5” tall to top back pillow, seat height 16” seat dept...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Rosewood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

$4,800 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs. Frames redone in high gloss black lacquer finish. New upholstery. ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Wormley for Dunbar Cantilevered End Table

$1,000

Wormley for Dunbar Cantilevered End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Cantilevered end table by Wormley for Dunbar. Original condition, and finish.We have separately listed the other end table, and matching coffee ta...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rosewood and walnut Square Coffee Table

$2,280Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rosewood and walnut Square Coffee Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Classic design from one of periods giants. Bleached rosewood top and walnut frame, parsons coffee table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar furniture. This piece is timeless. It would easil...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Dunbar Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for the Janus Collection

$5,800 / set

Dunbar Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for the Janus Collection

By Edward Wormley

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of sophisticated and very well crafted slipper chairs having tufted backs upholstered in a light taupe and cream woven fabric with sculptural ebony toned mahogany legs . From ...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

World Globe by Edward Wormley

$3,600

World Globe by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

The ultimate world globe designed by Edward Wormley for Rand McNally, USA, circa 1950. Features a rotating globe mounted on a walnut base with brass capped legs. Marked "Rand McNally...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Pair of Elegant Slipper Lounge Chairs

$5,400

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Elegant Slipper Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sleek and comfortable pair of classic Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs. Older restoration of mahogany legs and recovering of upholstery shows minor scuffs and scratches to bases a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Step End Table

$1,830

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Step End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Circular Wooden End Table, Mid-Century Design, USA

$8,900

Edward Wormley Circular Wooden End Table, Mid-Century Design, USA

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century circular wooden end / side table with a circular top with shallow lip above an identical stretcher shelf supported on the exterior b...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa

$2,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa This loveseat measures: 51 wide x 32.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22.5 inc...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair

$12,600

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A classic clean lined sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have updated with Great Plains Mohair by Holly Hunt.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

870 Coffee Table designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

$6,980 / item

870 Coffee Table designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A table gathers. It defines space, creates community, anchors daily rituals. The Model 870 Coffee Table by Edward Wormley understands this fundamental truth and expresses it through ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstands or Small Chests

$3,250

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstands or Small Chests

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa

$24,695

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 #5928 A Table Walnut, Brass and Verde Antico Marble for Dunbar

$7,600

Edward Wormley #5928 A Table Walnut, Brass and Verde Antico Marble for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Lynn, MA

Rare occasional table model #5928 A Table with its luxurious original verde antico marble top designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Walnut base with brass boots. Excellent design.

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20th Century American Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 for Lightolier Pendant Lamp chandelier Brass and Lacquer 1950s

$4,800

Edward Wormley for Lightolier Pendant Lamp chandelier Brass and Lacquer 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A simplistic form from Edward Wormley for lightolier. The white cup allows for light to diffuse through perforations as well as directs light up which bounces and diffuses off the l...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Long John Shelf for Dunbar

$4,515

Edward Wormley Long John Shelf for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

$4,200 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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

$8,900 / set

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

By 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 ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut, Mahogany

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$2,500

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 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 for Dunbar Sideboard in Tawi Wood, Rare

$14,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sideboard in Tawi Wood, Rare

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Not often seen, a fully restored sliding door sideboard by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The cabinet features four sliding doors with loads of interior storage. The top section has two ...

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized King Size Headboard, Newly Refinished

$2,155

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized King Size Headboard, Newly Refinished

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern king size headboard By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Newly ebonized mahogany, with unique louvered Front Design. ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1947 Cork Surfaced Mahogany Lamp Table

$1,650

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1947 Cork Surfaced Mahogany Lamp Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Sharon, CT

Early and important Edward Wormley designed for Dunbar Cork Topped 'Lamp Table', Factory Number #3378. Constructed (According to the original Dunbar label)...

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

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Game Table in Mahogany with Rosewood Top 1960s 'Signed'

$8,500

Edward Wormley Game Table in Mahogany with Rosewood Top 1960s 'Signed'

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Elevate your mid-century modern decor with the Edward Wormley Game Table, model no 6348, featuring gently curved sides in rich dark mahogan...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley Sheaves of Wheat Table

$3,800

Edward Wormley Sheaves of Wheat Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Edward Wormley Sheaves of Wheat Table Travertine, Mahogany and Brass Signed with Dunbar "Big D" Tag

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1960s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Edward Wormley, Side Tables, Wood, USA, 1960s

$5,600 / set

Edward Wormley, Side Tables, Wood, USA, 1960s

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood side tables designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, USA, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.0"H x 28.125"W x 28.125"D All items ship from High Poin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

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 Walnut Stone and Brass Expanding Coffee Table

$8,395

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Stone and Brass Expanding Coffee Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Stone and Brass Expanding Coffee Table This expanding coffee table measures: 44 wide x 24.5 deep x 16.25 inches high. There are 2 expand...

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

Materials

Stone, Brass

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 Gertrud and Otto Natzler, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

_________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 1...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut, 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

A Pair of Dunbar Occasional Tables Asian Style with Cork Tops

$2,600 / item

A Pair of Dunbar Occasional Tables Asian Style with Cork Tops

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An unusual and rare pair of side tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940s. Mahogany with original cork tops, Asian Style with green Dunbar labels.

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1940s American Chinoiserie Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Lamp Table for Dunbar

$1,600

Edward Wormley Lamp Table for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish Mid-Century Modern Dunbar lamp table features rich mahogany finish, dovetailed drawers, and uniquely sculpted single drawer design. Unique drawer pull and raised edge st...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Matching Dresser Set in Mahogany Wood

$15,225 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Matching Dresser Set in Mahogany Wood

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar matching dresser set in mahogany wood, model 5272 triple dresser 12-drawer storage with matching smaller companion four dr...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

$4,500

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 Round Wooden Side Table, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 21"

$5,800

Edward Wormley Round Wooden Side Table, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 21"

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

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

$4,125Sale Price / set|44% Off

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar camel leather and mahogany armchairs. Original channeled leather seats and backs with mahogany legs and stretchers. Rare design from Wormley and Dun...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4568 Lacquered Steel and Mahogany Bookcase

$9,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4568 Lacquered Steel and Mahogany Bookcase

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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

Materials

Steel

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co. Mid-Century American Walnut Chest

$12,900

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co. Mid-Century American Walnut Chest

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century walnut cabinet with two tambour doors, the left with 4 larger pull out drawers, the right with 8 drawers of alternating size, resting on 2 U-shaped open bentwood...

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

Materials

Bentwood

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Dunbar Coffee Cocktail Table 1960s Two Tier Brass Tag

$1,850

Edward Wormley Dunbar Coffee Cocktail Table 1960s Two Tier Brass Tag

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Forest Grove, PA

Coffee or cocktail Table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The opening between the top and lower shelf is 6.1". The useable flat area of the top, between the side supports, is D...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1940s Round or Oval Dining Table

$7,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1940s Round or Oval Dining Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1940s mahogany 50" round dining table that opens up to 74" oval with 24" leaf. Legs are flush with 3" apron, retains...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Midcentury Side End Table

$1,695

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Midcentury Side End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar midcentury Side End Table This side table measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 22.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early Rare Edward Wormley Mahogany Coffee Table, Dunbar Furniture, 1940's

$8,000Sale Price|20% Off

Early Rare Edward Wormley Mahogany Coffee Table, Dunbar Furniture, 1940's

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Culver City, CA

Nestled within the exquisite realm of early mid-century modern design, this diminutive Edward Wormley coffee table for Dunbar Furniture emerges as a timeless masterpiece. Crafted fro...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves

$3,895

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 66.25 wide x 44.25 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of...

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

Materials

Mahogany

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar Banded Mahogany Stepped Bookcase 1960s

$3,695

Edward Wormley Dunbar Banded Mahogany Stepped Bookcase 1960s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A well made and designed bookcase by Edward Wormley for Dunbar and sold by Pioneer Furniture Company, "Detroit's Finest Furniture Store". The bookcase features a subtle stepped silh...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Alexandria Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,500

Alexandria Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare Dunbar Alexandria chair designed by Edward Wormley.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar no. 4756 wing shaped sofa in Mohair and Brass

$10,500

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar no. 4756 wing shaped sofa in Mohair and Brass

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A rare offering from Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. This wing shaped sofa, model 4756, was reupholstered in a moss colored mohair and sits on 10" solid brass stiletto legs. Ele...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

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.