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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.

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Creator: Edward Wormley
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Eight Dining Chairs
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Eight Dining Chairs

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Eight Dining Chairs

$8,000 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Eight Dining Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar dining chairs, set of eight, two armchairs and six side chairs, sculpted mahogany chairs with upholstered seats, arm chairs 33" H x 22" D x 23.5" W with sea...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two-Tier Walnut and Brass Cocktail Table, Refinished
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two-Tier Walnut and Brass Cocktail Table, Refinished

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two-Tier Walnut and Brass Cocktail Table, Refinished

$1,995

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Two-Tier Walnut and Brass Cocktail Table, Refinished

By Edward Wormley

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional mid-century modern two-tier cocktail or coffee table By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Carved walnut, with brass stretchers Measures: 48"W x 28"D...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

$2,247

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood, Elm

Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Club Chair
Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Club Chair

Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Club Chair

$2,975

Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Club Chair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Single Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar club chair with older re-upholstery on thick tapered legs. Unrestored, ready for new upholstery, legs show age, should be refinished. Email for up...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Walnut and Olive Ash Burl Tall Cabinet for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Walnut and Olive Ash Burl Tall Cabinet for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Walnut and Olive Ash Burl Tall Cabinet for Dunbar

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Walnut and Olive Ash Burl Tall Cabinet for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Described in Dunbar catalogs as "#6027 High Piece" this incredible curved front cabinet is constructed of walnut with olive ash burled lower cabin...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$6,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Metal

Pair of Lounge Chairs on Brass Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Lounge Chairs on Brass Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Lounge Chairs on Brass Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,500 / set

Pair of Lounge Chairs on Brass Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A classic pair of Dunbar high back lounge chair on brass legs designed by Edward Wormley. Fully restored and upholstered in a deep blue chenille fabric.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

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

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

$2,200Sale Price|35% Off

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

By Edward Wormley

Located in Plainview, NY

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Burl

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs
Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

$14,200 / set

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in North Miami, FL

Introducing the Janus armchairs designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Company. These armchairs features a sculpted dark mahogany frame and metalli...

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

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Leather, Mahogany

Dunbar Slipper Chair
Dunbar Slipper Chair

Dunbar Slipper Chair

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Dunbar Slipper Chair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Palm Springs, CA

slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dubar. Button tufted tight seat and back in ivory boucle. Wood base refinished in dark walnut

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Dunbar Sheaf Of Wheat Table With Glass Top
Dunbar Sheaf Of Wheat Table With Glass Top

Dunbar Sheaf Of Wheat Table With Glass Top

$1,900

Dunbar Sheaf Of Wheat Table With Glass Top

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar sheaf of wheat side table. Original 1950’s label. Comes with 3/4” thick 24”glass. Could be used with stone or...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Ash

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lazy Susan Walnut Dining Table MCM
Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lazy Susan Walnut Dining Table MCM

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

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

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

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Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair

$3,895 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 31 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 22...

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

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Vintage Caneback Side Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Vintage Caneback Side Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Vintage Caneback Side Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,950 / set

Pair of Vintage Caneback Side Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Fine Pair of Vintage Dunbar Chairs by Edward Wormley. Dimensions are approximate. Will confirm.

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

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Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2-Tier Burlwood and Mahogany Coffee Table
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2-Tier Burlwood and Mahogany Coffee Table

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

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Mahogany, Burl

Edward Wormley for Dunbar #5427 Mahogany, Brass & Murano Glass Tile Coffee Table
Edward Wormley for Dunbar #5427 Mahogany, Brass & Murano Glass Tile Coffee Table

Edward Wormley for Dunbar #5427 Mahogany, Brass & Murano Glass Tile Coffee Table

$8,347

Edward Wormley for Dunbar #5427 Mahogany, Brass & Murano Glass Tile Coffee Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5427 Mahogany Brass and Murano Glass Tile Coffee Table This extension coffee table table measures: 44 wide x 24.5 deep x 14.5 inches high. There are ...

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

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

$10,800 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Lounge Chairs, 1957

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair Janus Series Lounge Chairs, 1957. Original upholstery. Front legs have a beautiful carved pattern. Measure 30.5" wide 25" deep 26" tall, seat heig...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

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

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

$12,900

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Bentwood

Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern
Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern

Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern

$9,600Sale Price|20% Off

Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass legs. Model 4906. This piece retains its original fun fur teddy bear fabric in usable condition. The foam in cushions ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Dijon Colored Mohair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Dijon Colored Mohair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Dijon Colored Mohair

$15,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Dijon Colored 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. Color is listed as "Dijon"...

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

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Mohair, Mahogany

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

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

Edward Wormley Mid-Century China Cabinet in Walnut & Rosewood, 1950s
Edward Wormley Mid-Century China Cabinet in Walnut & Rosewood, 1950s

Edward Wormley Mid-Century China Cabinet in Walnut & Rosewood, 1950s

$12,800

Edward Wormley Mid-Century China Cabinet in Walnut & Rosewood, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century two-section china cabinet / hutch with an upper walnut case with four rosewood cabinet fronts featuring inset Japanese wood blocks depicting pastoral scenes with adjacent...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood, Walnut, Rosewood

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery
Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair in Moss Green Wool Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar lounge chair with unique setback front legs, and clad in moss green wool upholstery. Extremely comfortable with deep seat cushion and slight angle of the th...

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Wool

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

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Rare and Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Armchair
Rare and Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Armchair

Rare and Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Armchair

$4,000

Rare and Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Armchair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar lounge chair. Model number 6309, part of the Today and Tomorrow collection, circa 1963. Beautiful channelled mahogany frame with ultra-suede seat and back c...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

$8,495

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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

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Rosewood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dressers
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dressers

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dressers

$11,500 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Louvered Six Drawer Dressers

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of louvered front six drawer dressers designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Stepped Oblong End Table, Dark Wood, Mid-Century Design
Edward Wormley Stepped Oblong End Table, Dark Wood, Mid-Century Design

Edward Wormley Stepped Oblong End Table, Dark Wood, Mid-Century Design

$7,500

Edward Wormley Stepped Oblong End Table, Dark Wood, Mid-Century Design

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century stepped end / side table with an oblong profile and smaller demilune upper shelf connected to the table top by two dowel supports, resting on three reverse taper...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood

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

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

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Nickel

Flatware Cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
Flatware Cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

Flatware Cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

$14,000

Flatware Cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An elegant rectilinear light walnut two-door cabinet having Chinese-influenced hardware and a rare configuration of twelve cushioned flat drawers.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5407 Mid Century Black Leather Party Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5407 Mid Century Black Leather Party Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5407 Mid Century Black Leather Party Sofa

$11,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5407 Mid Century Black Leather Party Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5407 Mid Century Black Leather Party Sofa This sofa measures: 100 wide x 36 deep x 23.5 inches high, with a seat height of 14.5 and arm height of 23....

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Coffee Table with Travertine Top
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Coffee Table with Travertine Top

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Coffee Table with Travertine Top

$6,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Coffee Table with Travertine Top

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A mahogany coffee table with travertine top. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Travertine Top Sheaf of Wheat End Tables or Nightstands Edward Wormley
Dunbar Travertine Top Sheaf of Wheat End Tables or Nightstands Edward Wormley

Dunbar Travertine Top Sheaf of Wheat End Tables or Nightstands Edward Wormley

$4,850 / set

Dunbar Travertine Top Sheaf of Wheat End Tables or Nightstands Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Pair of "Sheaf of Wheat" Model Side Tables, designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, circa 1960s. The wood bases are currently being refinished and can be completed i...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Travertine

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"
vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

$14,494Sale Price|20% Off

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York" Rare sofa by American designer Edward J. Wormley, designed in 1952 for Dunbar Furniture USA. Produced at Ljungs Industrier / DUX C...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

$80,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 10 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of ten (10) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Single...

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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sliding Door Sideboard
Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sliding Door Sideboard

Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sliding Door Sideboard

$4,850

Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sliding Door Sideboard

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Edward Wormley for Dunbar sideboard is a quintessential example of mid-century modern sophistication. Celebrated for his ability to blend historical elegance with contemporary m...

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

Materials

Mahogany

Beige Bouclé Sophia Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar - a Pair
Beige Bouclé Sophia Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar - a Pair

Beige Bouclé Sophia Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar - a Pair

$6,850 / set

Beige Bouclé Sophia Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar - a Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of neutral lacquered mahogany model 5000 or Sophia slipper chairs with tufted seat and back. Newly refinished and reupholstered in a light écru off-white, ivory, sand or bone bo...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

$14,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare model 4623 sofa with bleached mahogany base designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and reupholstered in mohair.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mohair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized King Size Headboard, Newly Refinished
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized King Size Headboard, Newly Refinished

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized King Size Headboard, Newly Refinished

$2,155

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized King Size Headboard, Newly Refinished

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Green Marble Cocktail Table / Coffee Table, c. 1950s
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Green Marble Cocktail Table / Coffee Table, c. 1950s

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Green Marble Cocktail Table / Coffee Table, c. 1950s

$5,440Sale Price / set|38% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Green Marble Cocktail Table / Coffee Table, c. 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Deland, FL

The quintessential cocktail table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. A green marble top resting on an ebony black base. Table retains the original Dunbar maker's mark.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood

Edward Wormley Dresser in Mahogany and Leather for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Dresser in Mahogany and Leather for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Dresser in Mahogany and Leather for Dunbar

$3,996Sale Price|28% Off

Edward Wormley Dresser in Mahogany and Leather for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in San Diego, CA

Uncommon Edward Wormley Dresser in Mahogany and Leather for Dunbar. Gorgeous restored vintage dresser with contrasting channelled recessed pulls in contrasting wood species. This pie...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Swivel Chair
Edward Wormley Swivel Chair

Edward Wormley Swivel Chair

$4,400

Edward Wormley Swivel Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Swivel Chair, laminated flat spindles, seat and crest rail with, X base with solid mahogany tapered legs. Newly upholstered button tufted seat with Spinneybeck leather...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Sheaf of Wheat Table with Glass Top
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Sheaf of Wheat Table with Glass Top

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Sheaf of Wheat Table with Glass Top

$2,900

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Sheaf of Wheat Table with Glass Top

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Sheaf of Wheat Table Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. TAble has been freshly ebonized. Brass ring and hardware gently cleaned. Replacement glass top is 3/8” thick ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Occasional Wedge Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s
Occasional Wedge Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

Occasional Wedge Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

$3,800

Occasional Wedge Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Westport, CT

The rarely found Wedge end table designed by Edward Wormely for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. Executed in walnut, features leather-wrapped feet. completely ...

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

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Leather, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet

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

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Mahogany

Rare set of Eight 1950s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Armchairs
Rare set of Eight 1950s MCM Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Armchairs

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Uncommon Edward Wormley Five-Leg Walnut Coffee Table for Dunbar
Uncommon Edward Wormley Five-Leg Walnut Coffee Table for Dunbar

Uncommon Edward Wormley Five-Leg Walnut Coffee Table for Dunbar

$4,750

Uncommon Edward Wormley Five-Leg Walnut Coffee Table for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Dunbar five-leg walnut coffee table. Another uncommon Wormley design with the addition of a fifth canted leg. Excellent wood grain, recessed apron and brass sabots.

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Walnut

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table
1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

$2,850

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

From the 1940s Dunbar Enduring Modern catalog is model # 2193, a single large end table with lower tier bookshelf by Edward J. Wormley. Rounded legs, has divider in center to hold bo...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Walnut Cabinet by Dunbar
Edward Wormley Walnut Cabinet by Dunbar

Edward Wormley Walnut Cabinet by Dunbar

$2,800

Edward Wormley Walnut Cabinet by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

Simple, clean-lined and versatile, this Ed Wormley cabinet by Dunbar features two bi-fold doors concealing one compartment with two shelves. Subtle ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Walnut and Rosewood Chairs - Set of 8
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Walnut and Rosewood Chairs - Set of 8

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Walnut and Rosewood Chairs - Set of 8

$32,495

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Walnut and Rosewood Chairs - Set of 8

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Walnut and Rosewood Chairs - Set of 8 Each chair measures: 24.5 wide x 22 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair ...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Bar Cabinet
Edward Wormley Dunbar Bar Cabinet

Edward Wormley Dunbar Bar Cabinet

$18,500

Edward Wormley Dunbar Bar Cabinet

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Lynn, MA

Remarkably rare bar cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Solid walnut legs and trims. Black lacquered composite top, sides and doors. The magnetic spring closure doors feature cruci...

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20th Century North American Edward Wormley Furniture

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Composition

Edward Wormley End Table, Blond Wood, Open Frame Design, Mid-Century
Edward Wormley End Table, Blond Wood, Open Frame Design, Mid-Century

Edward Wormley End Table, Blond Wood, Open Frame Design, Mid-Century

$5,500

Edward Wormley End Table, Blond Wood, Open Frame Design, Mid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century blond wood end / side table with a rectangular top with rounded corners, a pedestal base, and an open frame design. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY)...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood

Gorgeous Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1948
Gorgeous Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1948

Gorgeous Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1948

$67,000 / set

Gorgeous Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1948

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. A set of this magnitude is the collector's equivalent to capturing a Purple Unicorn. Expertly crafted solid walnut construction with stellar lines and detail. Finished in a dark walnut stain - aged to absolute perfection. Delicate cane panel inset back. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and coveted chair...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Cane, 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?

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    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.

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