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Edward Wormley Seating

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 Lounge Chairs- A Pair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Great pair of lounge chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Features a seamless blend of traditional and modern elements as so familiar with Wormley's design philosophy- with...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Mid-Century "Janus" Club Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Velvet & Walnut
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
This outstanding pair of "Janus" club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar showcases the masterful design and craftsmanship synonymous with mid-century modern furniture. Created in th...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Atomic Era Bracket Back Sofa, circa 1950s. Features streamlined track arms, original tweed plaid button tufted upholstery and two large seat cushions. The...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Janus' Sofa in Red Velvet
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus sofa, model '6392', velvet, lacquered wood, United States, design 1957 Conceived in 1957, the Janus sofa is an iconic design by Edward Wormley for D...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Gunlocke, Jens Risom
Located in Decatur, GA
"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms transition seamlessly to the upholstered back creating a wonderful silhouette. Frame is so...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Wool, Upholstery, Walnut

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dorchester, MA
This elegant sofa is a classic 1950s design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. It features a tufted back and a long bench seat resting on tapered walnut fee...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Unusual Edward Wormley For Dunbar Bentwood Arm Lounge Chair Ca '1950's
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and hard to find Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture lounge chair. Distinct bentwood arms and a floating seat with decorative steel bars on the back. Reupholstered, new spring...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Mahogany Bench Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar C. 1950
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Bernville, PA
Mahogany bench table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950. Model 2288C. Occasionally referred to as a 'telephone table or bench'. Drawers have original brass and Rosewood hardwar...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Pair of Dunbar Wing Back Janus Chairs by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A perfectly restored pair of wing back Janus lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Refinished walnut bases with down seats. Reupholstered in Holland & Sherry / Brunsw...
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Walnut

Edward Wormley, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Fabric, Drexel, United States, 1940s
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beech, and white fabric lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Drexel, United States, 1940s. Measure: seat hei...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Edward Wormley Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Red Brown Leather
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar by Mobilier Universel, set of eight armchairs, model '5762', lacquered black wood, red brown leather, Belgium, design 1957 These armchairs are designed by ...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Double Arm Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Double Arm Sofa This sofa measures: 96.5 wide x 32.5 deep x 28.25 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 28.25 inches All pie...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Portland, OR
Classic pair of Edward Wormley slipper chairs reupholstered in the DEDAR Milano textile “Tiger Beat.” Mahogany frames are in excellent condition. USA 1950s made by Dunbar Furniture. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Textile, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa Model 4907A/ Brass Legs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 108" long, 4 back Cushions Sofa with the desirable Brass Legs! Often described as the most beautiful sofa of it's time! Design is still classic and timele...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Great Plains Wool Velvet
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Great Plains, Wool Velvet "Dreamer Marigold" Sofa was stripped down to frame with new foam and reupholstered. Dimensions: 94" length 34" deep 29"...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mohair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Chair 1965
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Chair 1965 This stunning executive chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar features a solid oiled walnut...
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1960s American Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Leather, Walnut

1950's Edward Wormley Dunbar Lounge Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Southampton, NJ
1950s armchair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar fully restored with new tribal influenced and textured cotton upholstery. The original signed Dunbar decking has been carefully m...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Cotton, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hamburg, PA
A classic Bracket Back Sofa #5497 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architect...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 28 inches All pieces of furnitu...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Stellar Set of 8 Modern Cane Arm Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, completely installation ready. This large All Arm set of difficult ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Cane, Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have an absolutely stunning pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. These chairs have been freshly reupholstered in a wonderful nubby white boucle...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Bouclé

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
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 Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair 1965
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair (1965) Reupholstered in Pierre Frey "Bridget," a high-performance linen, wool, viscose, and polyamide blend. Solid lacquered mahogany ba...
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1960s American Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Bouclé, Mahogany

A Classic Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa With Rosewood Legs Model 4907
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa, model 4907, with six rosewood legs. Nine feet long.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5407 Mid Century Black Leather Party Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, 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 Seating

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Leather, Wood

Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted Mid Century upholstered slipper chair with button back seat cushion and dark ebony finished wood framed legs with rounded tips . Having a smaller matching back lu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Elegant 1940s Edward Wormley, Dunbar for Modern, Curved Sofa on Mahogany Legs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Elegant mid 1940s Edward Wormley for Dunbar curved sofa on six thick mahogany legs, with older re-upholstery in a Chinoiserie fabric. Upholstery is ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Elegant Sofa Day Bed with Walnut Legs, 1953
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sofa daybed model no. 5334 with separated back and arm with walnut legs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1953.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Foam, Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mahogany Armchair Mid Century Restored
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A very versatile mid century mahogany armchair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar freshly reupholstered in a stunning tribal pattern fabric.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Sensational XL Custom Curved Back Edward Wormley Sofa for Dunbar Console Table
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational XL Edward Wormley even arm curved back sofa with matching curved console parsons table. This wonderful sofa is extra deep at 43" deep with an overall depth including the...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

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 Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley Sectional Sofa for Dunbar, 1960s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hamburg, PA
A classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960's USA. This two-piece sectional sofa has the stately mahogany bracket back design that sets this Edward Wormley sofa apart. This sofa has vi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Arm Chairs or Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hamburg, PA
A classic pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar armchairs. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architecture and g...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Tufted Lounge Chair for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern lounge chair designed by American furniture designer, Edward J. Wormley, for Dunbar in the United States, circa 1950s. T...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stylish and elegant slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's. Upholstered in Fret custom Italian silk velvet, luxurious to the touch, (samples available). Chocolate bra...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Big Texan' Brown Leaf Pattern Upholstered Lounge
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century 'Big Texan' form oversized lounge / armchair with brown leaf patterned fabric upholstery with removable back and seat cushions. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNIT...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar American Mid-Century Lounge Chairs
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 Seating

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Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Tall back lounge chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar furniture. Beautiful crisp lines frame the chair with grace and style. Edward Wormley’s designs are still often mimicked ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950’s. The armrests are rosewood. Measures 26” wide 30.5” deep 31.5” tall to top back pillow, seat height 16” seat depth...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Rosewood

Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Discover the pinnacle of mid-century design with this exquisite Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, a testament to the era's innovation and Wormley's enduring...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brass Leg Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful pair of chairs with accompanying ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Features a generous and comfortable seat, button back, and solid brass tapered legs. Rare to find s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Chaise by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A chaise lounge designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Ash base with rosewood feet. Fully restored and upholstered in Holly Hunt / Pebble Beach / Natural fabric.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Ash

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A good Mid-Century Modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with flared back and arms and loose back cushions. Square dark walnut legs with round brass foot. The piece was reupholst...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

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 Seating

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in camel wool, mahogany, United States, design 1952 The 'Oasis' sofa is designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with sculptural mahogany bases. Fully restored and upholstered in Dedar / Gimel / Ardoise fabric.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Club Chair and Ottoman
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Wonderful smaller scale chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Nice comfortable chair sitting on stubby mahogany legs with casters. Chair is quite comfortable. Liste...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Wrought Iron

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Long John' Bench, C. 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant and versatile, this Long John Bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar has been fully restored by Stamford Modern. Crafted from solid walnut, its sleek profile highlights timeless ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Twill, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 85 wide x 31 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 27 inches All pieces of furniture can ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Metal

Pair of Cane Back Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored pair of sculptural cane back chairs with mohair upholstery by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley as part of the classic Precedent Line, for Drexel. The set includes two arm chairs, and four side chairs, they are in very go...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century lounge chair and ottoman The lounge chair measures: 27 wide x 30 deep x 39 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height of 23 inches ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chairs in Blue, Pair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a distinctive look with this pair of Dunbar Furniture Revolving Television Chairs model no. 4626 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. The look is clean and soph...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Velvet, Wood

No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Set of Four
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Roanoke, VA
Rare set of four No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs were acquired from estate with full Edward Wormley for Dunbar dining set. Rarely seen!
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Textile

Angled Sofa Model 6329a by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Heavy Boucle
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An angular sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model 6329a. Recently upholstered in heavy white boucle with a contrasting bright white cotton piping. Great angles and subtle ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Bouclé, Cotton

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain Chairs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover one of Edward Wormley's most famous and elegant chairs. A timeless masterpiece, The Captain Chair. We have fully restored this iconic piece to its original splendor, highlighting the beautiful polished brass, cane back, and curved wood frame. The seat has been meticulously reupholstered in Holland & Sherry performance fabric, ensuring both durability and sophistication. Elevate your space with a piece that embodies the essence of mid-century modern luxury. Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Remarkable Set of 12 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 twelve (12) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Sin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Cane, Mahogany

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Middlesex, 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 Seating

Edward Wormley seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Edward Wormley seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Dunbar, Milo Baughman, and Adrian Pearsall. Prices for Edward Wormley seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $760 and can go as high as $119,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,500.
Questions About Edward Wormley Seating
  • 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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