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 for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Marble Credenza

$6,495

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Marble Credenza

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Marble Credenza This credenza measures: 50.25 wide x 15.25 deep x 31.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition - Very Minor Stain...

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

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Marble

"Long John" Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,850

"Long John" Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Iconic mid-century "Long John" Coffee Table, designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Crafted in walnut planks with a slim, central drawer positioned underneath the table top. Can be...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

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

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Captains Chair for Dunbar, Model 5480

$6,500

Edward Wormley Captains Chair for Dunbar, Model 5480

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edward Wormley Captain's Chair for Dunbar Furniture, Model 5480. Elegant looking armchair perfect for a desk or bedroom corner. Made from oak with brass feet and a cane backrest, jus...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Cane, Oak

Set of Six Edward Wormley Cane Dining Chairs for Dunbar

$6,800 / set

Set of Six Edward Wormley Cane Dining Chairs for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A refined set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring dark-finished wood frames with gently curved caned backs and elegantly tapered legs. The restraine...

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

Materials

Leather, Cane, Mahogany

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 for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

$6,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's) Base: Solid walnut with Shepard double-wheel casters Features: Tilt, swivel, and lock mechanism Design Details: Button-tufted leather...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Two-Tier Side Table, 1950s

$9,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Two-Tier Side Table, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century two-tier end / side table with a square top with a shallow gallery above a lower shelf containing a single drawer supported by two reverse tapered legs. (EDWARD ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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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

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Upholstery, Wood

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

$9,850

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

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

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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Long Bermuda Bench By Edward Wormley

$9,500

Long Bermuda Bench By Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Classic and elegant "Bermuda" bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's. This is the hard to find long version. Reupholstered in patinated leather with brass nail heads.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

Lovely Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstand Mid-Century Modern

$2,450 / set

Lovely Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Nightstand Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel precedent end tables or nightstands. These pieces are in vintage condition and do show wear to the finish-we recommend refinishing or lacquer...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dunbar 'Sheaf of Wheat' Travertine Coffee Table, 1960s, Edward Wormley

$4,200

Dunbar 'Sheaf of Wheat' Travertine Coffee Table, 1960s, Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Round Rock, TX

'Sheaf of Wheat’ coffee table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c. 1960s A sculptural stained ash base paired with a warm and neutral travertine top. The statement piece featur...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Travertine

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

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Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stools

$7,500 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Thebes Stools

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

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

$4,800 / set

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hudson, NY

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

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

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

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

$18,361

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

By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden

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 Edward Wormley Dunbar Green Wool Sofa model 5138 Mahogany Base

$11,000 / item

1950s Edward Wormley Dunbar Green Wool Sofa model 5138 Mahogany Base

By Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1950s tuxedo even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model 5138. The sofa floats on a solid mahogany base and is upholstered with new foam and a high end green wool fabric from...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wool, Mahogany

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

$4,930

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa. This sofa measures 27"t x 87"l x 30"d with a seat height of 17"t

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Teak and Mahogany Mid Century Nightstands by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$2,920Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Teak and Mahogany Mid Century Nightstands by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This striking pair of mid-century Minimalist teak and mahogany wood nightstands features a single drawer and cubby hole, with a sleek profile designed by Edward Wormley for the Dunba...

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Mid-20th Century Edward Wormley Furniture

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Teak

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

$2,000

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

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

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

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Steel

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pull-Up Lounge Chairs

$8,925 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pull-Up Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar pull-up lounge chairs. Model 971 Jansus line collection. Wormley's Boutique line. Original chocolate brown leather with...

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

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Leather

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

$8,900 / set

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut-Stained Mahogany Wood, Italian Cognac Leather _______________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, an...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Walnut, Mahogany

Mid-Century Dark Walnut Kneehole Desk by Edward Wormley

$16,500

Mid-Century Dark Walnut Kneehole Desk by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century Dark Walnut kneehold Desk with sides having a small drawer over a large drawer, supporting a floating rectangular top (EDWARD WORMLEY)

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Custom Rare Asymmetric Constellation Inlaid Table 60’s

$4,800Sale Price / item|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Custom Rare Asymmetric Constellation Inlaid Table 60’s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A quite stunning rare custom side table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. It is part of the constellation series that Dunbar and Wormley produced in the early 1960’s. You see quite a few...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood

Pair of Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Pair of Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Drexel Drop-Leaf Precedent Dining Table

$2,320Sale Price|31% Off

Edward Wormley for Drexel Drop-Leaf Precedent Dining Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

A Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel's Precedent collection. The drop leaf table measures 50" x 28" when folded and 70" x 50" when fully extended.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Ash

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

$7,500

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Glass, Mahogany

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

$7,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Denton, TX

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

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Square Coffee or Cocktail Parsons Table for Dunbar Model #4475

$1,250

Edward Wormley Square Coffee or Cocktail Parsons Table for Dunbar Model #4475

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950s, midcentury modern American square-top coffee or cocktail table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture in Berne, Indiana, USA. Timeless Parsons style design in a...

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

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Cane Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s

$36,000 / set

Set of Six Cane Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An elegant and unusual set of six dining chairs with a cane wrapped barrel back and an upholstered seat atop four slender legs.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Extension Walnut Dining Table for Dunbar, circa 1953

$7,200

Edward Wormley Extension Walnut Dining Table for Dunbar, circa 1953

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Camden, ME

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Four Alexandria Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Elegant Modern at Its Best

$38,500 / set

Four Alexandria Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Elegant Modern at Its Best

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Set of 4 Alexandria Chairs designed by Edward Wormley. One of Wormley's most coveted designs. These can be used as dining / kitchen chairs, game table chairs or side chairs in any ro...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Completely Restored Blue Velvet Grand Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c1960

$8,750Sale Price|30% Off

Completely Restored Blue Velvet Grand Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c1960

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa with tapered rosewood legs and newly upholstered in a plush soft blue velvet. Every inch of this grand sofa has been painstakingly restored/replaced a...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Velvet

Four 'Riemerschmid' Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000 / set

Four 'Riemerschmid' Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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1960s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles

$7,875

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, USA, 1950s

$11,500

Edward Wormley, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, USA, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A mahogany chest of drawers or dresser, designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Indiana, USA, c. 1950s.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Swivel Lounge Chairs

$13,750

Edward Wormley Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Tête-à-tête, Dunbar-1950s, model 5944

$16,500

Edward Wormley Tête-à-tête, Dunbar-1950s, model 5944

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Raleigh, NC

This classic mid-century tête-à-tête by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture allows two people to sit facing each other in comfortable conversation. The piece rests on a rich stained...

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Tables with Natzler Tiles

$12,500 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Tables with Natzler Tiles

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar occasional tables with Natzler tiles from the Janus Collection. Custom ordered from Dunbar, tiles described as "Jade." Mahogany construction ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Pair of Armchairs

$8,400Sale Price / set|42% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Pair of Armchairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection pair of armchairs. Very rare pair of chairs all redone, newly refinished and reupholstered in a velvet. Beautiful elegant chair with except...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

$5,110

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A good Mid-Century Modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with flared back and arms and loose back cushions. Square dark walnut legs with round brass foot. The piece was reupholst...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Two Midcentury Ebonized Walnut Woven Front Credenzas, Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$24,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

Two Midcentury Ebonized Walnut Woven Front Credenzas, Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Two signed Edward Wormley for Dunbar ebonized walnut woven front credenzas with brass fittings. One is a darker walnut than the other so they are not exactly matching in coloration. ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$6,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 84.5 wide x 31 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 15.25 and arm height of 23 inches Great Vint...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

$15,750Sale Price|30% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully updated and restored. The iconic bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This has been reupholstered in a stunning high-quality mohair from "The Sign". This sofa ...

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

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim

$34,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chair and ottoman model 6142

$9,800 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chair and ottoman model 6142

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swiveling Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Early 60's design only produced for a short time! Never having seen one before is always a perk for a Mid-Century Deal...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$32,000 / set

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Bar Cart for Dunbar

$6,000

Edward Wormley Bar Cart for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Walnut bar cart by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1950s, USA. The cart features a faux slate flip top surface with hidden adjustable shelving on one side. The cart has two additional s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet / Credenza in Mahogany and Walnut

$11,200

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet / Credenza in Mahogany and Walnut

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Culver City, CA

This is a credenza that exudes power, presence, and a little bit of that old-money mystique. Designed by the legendary Edward Wormley for Dunbar, this mahogany and walnut masterpiece...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

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

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman

$4,700

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An oversized, comfortable lounge chair and ottoman. Manufactured by Dunbar.

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

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 for Dunbar Cabinet

$2,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Denton, TX

Two Edward Wormley cabinets with corrugated wood sliding doors and center drawer section in a grey brown finish. The cabinet is 20" deep by 49" wide by 31.25 high.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Ebonized Mid-Century Modern Executive / Campaign Desk by Edward Wormley

$11,840Sale Price|38% Off

Ebonized Mid-Century Modern Executive / Campaign Desk by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Deland, FL

Commanding and practical this impressive campaign-style desk by Dunbar has recently undergone a complete restoration. Designed by the inimitable Edward Wormely at the zenith of Dunba...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley

$2,400

Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well crafted Mid Century upholstered slipper chair with button back seat cushion and dark ebony finished wood framed legs with rounded tips . Having a smaller matching back lu...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

$5,500

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$6,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 91 wide x 32 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 23 inches Great Vintage C...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Metal

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.