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

Dunbar Table with Otto and Gertrude Natzler Tiles by Edward Wormley, Signed

$7,850

Dunbar Table with Otto and Gertrude Natzler Tiles by Edward Wormley, Signed

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Exquisite side table in African Mahogany with embedded Otto and Gertrude Natzler ceramic tiles designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Look closely at ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Ceramic, 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

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Furniture Janus Line Table

$6,500

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Furniture Janus Line Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Edward Wormley Janus Line Table Mahogany inset with Natzler Tiles Original Finish Labels present

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1960s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Dresser with Leather Handles by Edward Wormley

$5,800

Dunbar Dresser with Leather Handles by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

An early walnut dresser with leather covered handles. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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 for Dunbar Chaise Longue Sofa

$12,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chaise Longue Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar chaise longue sofa.

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

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Dunbar Game / End Tables with Natzler Tiles

$6,800 / item

Pair of Dunbar Game / End Tables with Natzler Tiles

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar large scale end tables or small game tables with inset Natzler ceramic tiles. Priced and sold individually.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Round Travertine Side Table for Dunbar

$4,000

Edward Wormley Round Travertine Side Table for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Round side table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1950s, USA. This table features a round travertine slab top, which rests atop dark contrasting mahogany sheaf of wheat base. Retains ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Travertine

Vintage Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar

$5,950

Vintage Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Milo Baughman, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

A rather scarce lounge chair form to come to market by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Brass Legs mounted to underside. Solid chair with good weight. Original upholstery. Best to plan t...

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

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Edward Wormley Dining Chairs for Dunbar

$14,000 / set

Set of Four Edward Wormley Dining Chairs for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Lounge Chairs, Ebonized Base

$7,600 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Lounge Chairs, Ebonized Base

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of American Mid-Century Lounge / Armchairs with brown upholstery having a seat cushion and button tufted back and resting on an ebonized base with square legs (EDWARD WORMLEY FO...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Nightstand

$1,647

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Nightstand

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century nightstand This nightstand measures: 23 wide x 18 deep x 23.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Dunbar End Table with Open Frame Design

$5,500

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Dunbar End Table with Open Frame Design

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Edward Wormley Walnut Open-Arm Lounge Chairs

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Edward Wormley Walnut Open-Arm Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Two architectural open arm lounge chairs in walnut by Dunbar, with green and blue horizontal stripe upholstery.

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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Dining Table

$5,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Dining Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Dining Table This dining table measures: 52 wide x 52 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28.25 inches All pieces of furniture...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

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Wood

Rare Restored Executive Desk in Walnut, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s

$8,495

Rare Restored Executive Desk in Walnut, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Deland, FL

This commanding teak executive desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar is a quintessential example of sophisticated 1950s American modernism. Crafted from solid teak with exceptional grain...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rare Janus Cabinet in the Style of Greene & Greene

$5,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rare Janus Cabinet in the Style of Greene & Greene

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Rare Janus cabinet, model 5811 This Janus collection piece is highly influenced by the Greene & Greene designed Arts and Crafts period furniture...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent End Tables

$2,400 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent End Tables

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Buffalo, NY

Refined simplicity designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel. The end tables are part of the Precedent collection that he produced in the 1950s. Professionally restored, stunning off whi...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

$6,500 / set

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

Edward Wormley Extension Walnut Dining Table for Dunbar, circa 1953

$7,200

Edward Wormley Extension Walnut Dining Table for Dunbar, circa 1953

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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 Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

$16,500

Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Westport, CT

Edward Wormley, three-seat sofa polished brass leg from Wormley Weston Ct estate. Chenille fabric, model 5512.

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

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,700Sale Price|40% Off

Mahogany Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1960s American Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Six Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$22,000 / item

Six Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare set of six swivel spindle back arm chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley Bar Cart for Dunbar

$6,000

Edward Wormley Bar Cart for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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, Dunbar, Mid-Century Modern, Rosewood, Chinese Cabinet, 1960s

$6,750

Edward Wormley, Dunbar, Mid-Century Modern, Rosewood, Chinese Cabinet, 1960s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Stamford, CT

Edward Wormley, Dunbar, Mid-Century Modern, Rosewood, Chinese Cabinet, 1960s A tall cabinet designed by Edward Wormley (American, 1907-1995) for Dunbar showcasing antique Chinese pr...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stone Top Cabinet

$7,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stone Top Cabinet

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A walnut cabinet with inlayed doors, marble top and large brass glides. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Chest of Drawers on Hairpin Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,000Sale Price|26% Off

Chest of Drawers on Hairpin Legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Ferndale, MI

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Low Side Table, Wood Frame, Circa 1955

$6,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Low Side Table, Wood Frame, Circa 1955

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century low end / side table with a slightly rounded rectangular top with a lighter stained wooden inSet top supported by a darker wooden frame with a shaped apron with ...

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

Materials

Wood

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 'Long John' Bench for Dunbar

$3,000

Edward Wormley 'Long John' Bench for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 1946 design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, the bench, lovingly termed the “Long John" has a low profile with walnut segmented, tongue-and-groove construction atop four hairpin legs ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Ash, Walnut

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

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley, Slipper Chair, Aluminum, Fabric, USA, 1950s

$8,900

Edward Wormley, Slipper Chair, Aluminum, Fabric, USA, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

An aluminium and white bouclé fabric slipper chair designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, USA, 1950s. 17" seat height

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Edward Wormley Wedge End Table with Beige Travertine Top, Mid-Century

$8,500

Edward Wormley Wedge End Table with Beige Travertine Top, Mid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century end / side table with a wedge-shaped beige travertine top resting on a dark wooden base with connecting stretchers and four dowel legs ending in black leather wr...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Travertine

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

$5,347 / set

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Wingback Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 30.5 wide x 28 deep x 36.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches Great Vintag...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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 Swiveling Stool / Chair

$6,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swiveling Stool / Chair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Edward Wormley for Dunbar swiveling stool / chair in beautiful original condition. The leather and cane have a wonderful patina and the original finish has been lightly refurbished.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs

$3,150Sale Price / set|70% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare set of 8 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining chairs in great condition. Upholstery as found, re-upholstery available.

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1970s American Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Edward Wormley Pair of Janus line armchairs mahogany mid century Berne

$3,450 / set

Dunbar Edward Wormley Pair of Janus line armchairs mahogany mid century Berne

By Edward Wormley

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Carved detailed Dunbar, Berne IN design by Edward Wormley. Needs reupholstery

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

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2 Piece Cane King Headboard

$4,247 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2 Piece Cane King Headboard

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century 2 Piece Cane King Headboard This headboard measures: 52.5 wide x 3 deep x 36.5 inches high ?All pieces of f...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$44,995 / set

Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare set of "Janus" wing chairs and ottomans designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. One of his most iconic designs! In the Janus Collection Wormley modernized the lines of eighteen...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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

Set of 4 Edward Wormley Janus Lounge Chairs

$28,000 / set

Set of 4 Edward Wormley Janus Lounge Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

The Edward Wormley 5701 chair for Dunbar's Janus Collection is a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. This stunning chair is upholstered in a Holly Hunt's Great Plains heav...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Extension Coffee Table

$7,392Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Extension Coffee Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, custom cocktail table, 3 positions with polished stone inside brass framed extension leaves. Solid crisscross oiled walnut frame and top. Width without ex...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Stone, Brass

Rotating Library Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,800

Rotating Library Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A bleached mahogany library table with patinated leather top. The table rotates as the top and base remain stationary. Designd by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Walnut Eight-Drawer Chest with Brass and Tiles

$16,500

Edward Wormley Walnut Eight-Drawer Chest with Brass and Tiles

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edward Wormley Maple Slant Front Chest with Three Drawers, Mid-Century

$12,000

Edward Wormley Maple Slant Front Chest with Three Drawers, Mid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century maple slant front chest with three drawers with semi-circular wooden drawer pulls, resting on four tapered square wooden legs....

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood, Maple

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Midcentury Side End Table

$1,695

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Midcentury Side End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

$14,592Sale Price|20% Off

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

By Dux of Sweden, Edward Wormley

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley Writing Desk for Dunbar, Mid-Century, Wood & Brass, 27

$15,800

Edward Wormley Writing Desk for Dunbar, Mid-Century, Wood & Brass, 27

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

"American Mid-Century writing desk with a rectangular top with a wooden frame and deep brown laminate desktop with three drawers with circular brass drawer pulls, resting on a brass ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Petite Vanity/Writing Table with Stool Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$7,500 / set

Petite Vanity/Writing Table with Stool Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage mahogany vanity/writing table with corresponding naugahyde stool designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar (ca. 1950s, Indiana, USA). Angu...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Naugahyde, Laminate, Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley Chairs

$4,800 / set

Pair of Edward Wormley Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Westport, CT

Pair Edward Wormley Dark Walnut and off white cord chairs for Drexel co,fabric in and off white ultra suede.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley "Snack" Side Table for Dunbar

$6,594

Edward Wormley "Snack" Side Table for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Diego, CA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Set of Eight Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Linherr Hollingsworth

$48,000 / set

Set of Eight Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Linherr Hollingsworth

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Experience the epitome of mid-century elegance with this set of eight dining chairs designed by Edward J Wormley for the esteemed Dunbar Furniture Company. Featuring the impeccable M...

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Mid-Century 'In Clover' Gray Leather Office Chair

$15,500

Edward Wormley Mid-Century 'In Clover' Gray Leather Office Chair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century "In Clover" office / executive chair with a gray leather button tufted seat with a high back and scroll arms resting on a rolling / swiveling walnut base with br...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rosewood Side Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$1,800

Rosewood Side Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

An Edward Wormley for Dunbar sculpted rosewood table with glass top.

Category

1970s Vintage Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Edward Wormley Green Leather Ottoman for Dunbar

$4,000

Edward Wormley Green Leather Ottoman for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The tufted seat cushion is upholstered in a dark olive green leather, a beautiful compliment to the rich mahogany frame. The frame...

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

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Open Frame Sofa, Dunbar, USA, 1950s

$8,237

Edward Wormley Open Frame Sofa, Dunbar, USA, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A very rare two-seat Edward Wormley open frame sofa, made by Dunbar, in the USA, 1950s. Newly reupholstered in high quality fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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)...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Furniture

Materials

Wood

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.