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 Woven Front Cabinet

$16,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Woven Front Cabinet

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A large mahogany cabinet with woven bleached rosewood sliding doors on original brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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...

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar #6019 Side Table with Removable Trey

$6,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar #6019 Side Table with Removable Trey

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A carpathian elm and walnut model #6019 table with removable Tray and brass cleats by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

1960s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Roll Top Writing Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

$17,500

Roll Top Writing Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A stately and elegant rosewood and mahogany campaign desk having three drawers and two rosewood roll-top compartments flanking a central writing surface with a flip-down back splash,...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Dunbar Model 5480 Armchairs by Edward Wormley

$12,000 / set

Pair of Dunbar Model 5480 Armchairs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of cane back model 5480 captains chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Black Lacquered Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, Refinished

$3,670

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Black Lacquered Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, Refinished

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Edward Wormley for Dunbar USA, 1950s Mahogany in black lacquered finish. Cabinet locks and key is in...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$12,000

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This mid-century modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture has been updated with a new single streamlined seat cushion. The Dunbar frame, circa 1950s, features a long low, f...

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

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

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

1940's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Regency Style X Form Bench or Stool

$2,950

1940's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Regency Style X Form Bench or Stool

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Early design for Dunbar, mahogany bench or vanity stool model 1050. Curved or X form base with classical styling, with older upholstered seat. Mahogany frame will be restored prior t...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Nightstands for Dunbar in Walnut with Mahogany Frame Ebony Pulls

$6,800 / set

Edward Wormley Nightstands for Dunbar in Walnut with Mahogany Frame Ebony Pulls

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

These extraordinarily beautiful and generously proportioned nightstands were designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar and manufactured in the 1960s. Bookmatched American walnut woodgra...

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

Materials

Brass

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

Edward Wormley Model 5900 Dining Table by Dunbar

$9,500

Edward Wormley Model 5900 Dining Table by Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Highland, IN

A beautiful example of Ed Wormley's refined aesthetic and Dunbar's quality construction, this dining table has a very pleasing mix of straight lines and elegant curves. The octagonal...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4907A Mid Century Brass Leg Sofa

$9,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4907A Mid Century Brass Leg Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4907A Mid Century Brass Leg Sofa This sofa measures: 109 wide x 36 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 28.75 inches ...

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

Materials

Brass

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 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

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$6,800 / set

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Gladstone, NJ

Pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs are reupholstered in a Maharam Mohair.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Edward Wormley Dunbar Channel Back Settee ca' 1940's

$5,800

Edward Wormley Dunbar Channel Back Settee ca' 1940's

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare and unusual settee By Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1940's. Distinguishing feature is the channel back, mahogany legs, heavy construction-with hand tied springs, built to last.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

$15,750Sale Price|30% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Ebonized Mahogany Wardrobe Cabinet, c. 1950's

$15,000

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Norwalk, CT

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

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

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Mahogany, Oak

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Swivel Lounge Chair, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Almost White, Expertly Restored

$6,850

Swivel Lounge Chair, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Almost White, Expertly Restored

By Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar swivel lounge chair. Expertly restored and reupholstered. Deep, comfortable chair on a beautiful mahogany base. No expense was spared in both the original m...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Hexagonal Table

$3,200

Edward Wormley Hexagonal Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Highland, IN

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Slate

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

$2,000

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Materials

Steel

Dining Set for Six by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$16,000 / set

Dining Set for Six by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A drop-leaf console table opens to seat, six (6) for dining. Set complete with two banquette chairs and four side chairs.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Set of Four Edward Wormley Dining Chairs for Dunbar

$14,000 / set

Set of Four Edward Wormley Dining Chairs for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of four dark walnut dining armchairs with tapered legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The seat cushions have been reupholstered with blue and green velvet with a lin...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Velvet

Modular Six-Piece Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$6,650Sale Price|30% Off

Modular Six-Piece Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Very rare and unusual piece by Edward Wormley. This modular credenza in walnut can be put together in a host of different configurations. Detailed with l...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rosewood Occasional Side Table, Newly Refinished

$1,435

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rosewood Occasional Side Table, Newly Refinished

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern occasional side table By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Rosewood top, with ebonized banding and legs. Measures: 28" W x 20.8...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Model 5309 Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,800Sale Price|20% Off

Model 5309 Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Denton, TX

Model 5309 rare coffee table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Combination of rosewood and brass with the original glass top.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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

Materials

Teak

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Woven Front Chest by Dunbar, Mahogany & Nickel, 1950s

$12,500

Edward Wormley Woven Front Chest by Dunbar, Mahogany & Nickel, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Edward Wormley Woven Front Chest by Dunbar, Mahogany & Nickel, 1950s. Medium scale commode, No. 4465, with two woven front sliding doors, two top ext...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000 / set

Pair of Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of tear drop slipper chairs on brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Nova / Celestial. Two pairs available.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

$5,500

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$1,807Sale Price|35% Off

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar,. Offered is a handsome mid century blond wood bar cart or serving cart from the Precedent series designed by Edward Wormley ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored

$16,800

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant from every angle! A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. These clean-lined chairs elevate comfortable lounging to new...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mohair, 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

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$5,200

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Palm Desert, CA

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wormley Game Table for Dunbar, Solid Walnut & Olive Burlwood

$5,400

Wormley Game Table for Dunbar, Solid Walnut & Olive Burlwood

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Edward Wormley Game Table for Dunbar, Solid Walnut & Olive Burlwood Gorgeous Dunbar table with a four-panel bookmatched olive burl wood top and a solid...

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

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Edward Wormley Dining Armchair for Dunbar

$4,000

Edward Wormley Dining Armchair for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Walnut dining armchair with splayed back legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The seat cushion has been newly reupholstered in a Pierre Frey textured fabric - a perfect t...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Edward Wormley Cerused Oak Cabinet for Dunbar, 1950s USA

$7,500

Edward Wormley Cerused Oak Cabinet for Dunbar, 1950s USA

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Absolutely stunning cerused Oak cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Made in the 1950s USA. The bottom of cabinet is a plinth base wrapped in black leather. Two wavy sliding plank...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

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 for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

$2,947

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Credenza This credenza measures: 61.5 wide x 18 deep x 32 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Finish has a lot of wear and scratches...

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

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Fine Edward Wormley Chest of Drawers / Dressers for Dunbar

$15,950 / set

Pair of Fine Edward Wormley Chest of Drawers / Dressers for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Harvey Probber, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

A Fine Pair of Edward Wormley Chest of Drawers or Dressers for Dunbar. Leather wrapped designer handles. Dovetailed Drawers. Incredible detailed craftsmanship. Note the fine edged ou...

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

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Nesting Tables

$3,200 / set

Dunbar Nesting Tables

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

Later production Dunbar, this Edward Wormley design has been updated with glass tops which work beautifully with this nesting configuration, allowing the smaller table to be seen reg...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Two-Tier End Table, Dark Wood, Mid-Century Design, USA

$9,500

Edward Wormley Two-Tier End Table, Dark Wood, Mid-Century Design, USA

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century two-tier dark finished wooden end / side table with a square top with a shallow gallery above a lower shelf containing a single drawer supported by two reverse t...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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 Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

Pair of Lounge Chairs Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection

$3,900Sale Price / set|40% Off

Pair of Lounge Chairs Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection

By Edward Wormley

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a lovely pair of lounge chairs from Dunbar's highly regarded Janus line designed by Edward Wormley. The chairs were refinished and reupholstered in the last 10 years or so, b...

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

Materials

Upholstery, 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

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Coffee Table

$2,847

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Coffee Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 60 wide x 19 deep x 15.25 inches high All pieces of fu...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$2,500

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley, Armchairs, Mahogany, Fabric, USA, 1967

$5,800

Edward Wormley, Armchairs, Mahogany, Fabric, USA, 1967

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of dark-stained mahogany and orange brown fabric armchairs designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, USA, c. 1967. Seats reupholstered in brand new fabric. Overall ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Precedent Collection for Drexel Bar Cart Server in Dark Espresso

$2,500

Edward Wormley Precedent Collection for Drexel Bar Cart Server in Dark Espresso

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection bar cart or server. Refinished in dark espresso on silver elm with textured glass top and tapered legs on casters. Edward Wormley also ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Glass, Elm

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Marble Credenza

$6,495

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Marble Credenza

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Materials

Marble

A Pair Of Wormley Dunbar Chairs From The Janus Collection Ca' 1960's

$4,800 / set

A Pair Of Wormley Dunbar Chairs From The Janus Collection Ca' 1960's

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of classic armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. From the Janus collection model #484. Walnut legs, exposed on the back.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Rosewood Occasional Table for Dunbar with Murano Glass Tile Top

$7,800

Edward Wormley Rosewood Occasional Table for Dunbar with Murano Glass Tile Top

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar solid Brazilian Rosewood occasional table with green Murano Glass mosaic tile top and brass banding. Retains green rectangular Dunbar metal label. A ve...

Category

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

Materials

Cut Glass, Rosewood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany & Cane Swivel Vanity Stool c. 1950

$8,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany & Cane Swivel Vanity Stool c. 1950

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Beautiful and elegant as ever mid century vanity stool designed by Edward Wormely and produced by Dunbar in the 1950s. The caning is ori...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Cane, Mahogany, Mohair, Upholstery

Edward Wormley Dunbar Double Sliding Door Cabinet

$7,800

Edward Wormley Dunbar Double Sliding Door Cabinet

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Edward Wormley solid walnut cased cabinet with two sliding doors supported on four legged brass frame with walnut caps on the feet. Original Dunbar label on the back.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Edward Wormley furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Edward Wormley furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Edward Wormley were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Dunbar, Paul McCobb, and Herman Miller. Prices for Edward Wormley furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $225 and can go as high as $119,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,846.

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Questions About Edward Wormley Furniture

What materials did Edward Wormley use?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Edward Wormley used a variety of materials over the course of his career. Among them were laminated wood, brass, marble and silk. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently, his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work have an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets them apart from other furnishings of the era. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Edward Wormley furniture.