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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
Dunbar Slipper Chair
Dunbar Slipper Chair

Dunbar Slipper Chair

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Dunbar Slipper Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Seating

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Wood

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 Seating

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa
Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

$12,000

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Dunbar sofa can be paired as a sectional with matching chaise longue 5525 we have offered in another listing.

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

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Upholstery

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley "Janus" Boucle Slipper Chairs for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

_________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 1...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chair, C. 1950s
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chair, C. 1950s

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chair, C. 1950s

$6,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chair, C. 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

A swivel lounge chair designed by the iconic Edward Wormely for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, fitted with new high-grade hand cut foam with all insides full...

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

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Velvet, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Alexandria Chair by Dunbar, Mid-Century, 1955
Edward Wormley Alexandria Chair by Dunbar, Mid-Century, 1955

Edward Wormley Alexandria Chair by Dunbar, Mid-Century, 1955

$8,500

Edward Wormley Alexandria Chair by Dunbar, Mid-Century, 1955

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Alexandria Chair. Newly refinished and re-upholstered. Elegant and Beautiful Design that makes any space!

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs
Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

$14,000 / set

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully newly upholstered in Donghia velvet, color "Whiskey". Great for you living room, family room or office. A comfortable, relaxing swivel chair with great styling.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$6,800 / set

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in 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 Pair of Sofas / Settees
Edward Wormley Pair of Sofas / Settees

Edward Wormley Pair of Sofas / Settees

$9,000 / set

Edward Wormley Pair of Sofas / Settees

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

These lovely, lightly scaled sofas or loveseats designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, are not only an uncommon form, having a matched pair available is also very rare. They are stru...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Mahogany and Blue Mohair Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Mahogany and Blue Mohair Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Mahogany and Blue Mohair Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Pair of Mahogany and Blue Mohair Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early pair of model 5000 "Sophia" slipper chairs by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar (ca. 1955, Indiana, USA). Redone in a luxurious powder blue mohair with button tufted seats and backs...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$12,000

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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

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Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery
Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery

Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery

$22,500

Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Very rare and desirable sofa Model 5316 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. This completely original example is in very good condition. No tears, holes or stains to the o...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Aluminum

Gorgeous Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar
Gorgeous Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

Gorgeous Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

$83,000 / set

Gorgeous Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of ten (10) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. The set consists of ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Cane, Walnut

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Seating

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Leather, Wood

Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$18,000

Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Tete-a-Tete sofa / daybed with walnut base and brass feet. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Herringbone Tweed / Navy & Taupe fabric.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Elegant Slipper Lounge Chairs
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Elegant Slipper Lounge Chairs

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Elegant Slipper Lounge Chairs

$5,400

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Elegant Slipper Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sleek and comfortable pair of classic Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs. Older restoration of mahogany legs and recovering of upholstery shows minor scuffs and scratches to bases a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century
Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

$4,930

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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 Seating

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Brass

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

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

$38,500 / set

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ivory Velvet Sofa w Hexagonal Walnut Legs, 1950s
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ivory Velvet Sofa w Hexagonal Walnut Legs, 1950s

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ivory Velvet Sofa w Hexagonal Walnut Legs, 1950s

$11,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ivory Velvet Sofa w Hexagonal Walnut Legs, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa (1950s), produced in Berne, Indiana, and embodying the designer's celebrated ability to balance refined modernism with timeless comfort. Res...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Wood

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

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

$9,095

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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

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

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Brass

Edward Wormley Three-Seat Sofa, Striped Upholstery, Mid-Century Design
Edward Wormley Three-Seat Sofa, Striped Upholstery, Mid-Century Design

Edward Wormley Three-Seat Sofa, Striped Upholstery, Mid-Century Design

$14,800

Edward Wormley Three-Seat Sofa, Striped Upholstery, Mid-Century Design

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century 3-seat sofa with beige, light green, and brown striped upholstery with three back and three seat cushions. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY).  

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5305 Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5305 Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5305 Sofa

$16,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5305 Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A large model 5305 angled sofa on bleached mahogany frame with leather capped legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Fabric

A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet
A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet

A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet

$6,950 / set

A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet

By Edward Wormley

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Here is a pair of Edward Wormley designed "Thebes" stools for Dunbar. The mahogany frames are in clear lacquer & the cushions are newly upholstered in vintage "Samarkand" velvet desi...

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar
Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

$12,000

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

In our opinion, this Ed Wormely design for Dunbar is one of the most spectacular sofas ever made. Modern, classic, and timeless... this form transcends styles, genres and eras. Nine ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

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

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

$5,800

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

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, 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 Seating

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Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Riemerschmid Set of 8 dining armchairs dark mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Riemerschmid Set of 8 dining armchairs dark mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Riemerschmid Set of 8 dining armchairs dark mahogany

$18,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Riemerschmid Set of 8 dining armchairs dark mahogany

By Edward Wormley

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

A great set of vintage Riemerschmid armchairs with Scalamandre tiger pattern fabric. Two chairs with arm damage as photographed. Can discount if you purchase 6 chairs only. Local p...

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

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Mahogany

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000

Completely Original Alexandria Chair Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare opportunity. All original example of the Alexandria Chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Retains the original, high quality black leather seat with attractive wear. This...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s
Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s

$15,500

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s

By Dux of Sweden, Edward Wormley

Located in Utrecht, NL

Edward Wormley took the best elements from classical, historical Scandinavian and other European furniture design and translated them into a Modern vernacular. The result was furnitu...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Linen

Pair of 1950's Edward Wormley for Drexel "Precedent Collection" Slipper Chairs
Pair of 1950's Edward Wormley for Drexel "Precedent Collection" Slipper Chairs

Pair of 1950's Edward Wormley for Drexel "Precedent Collection" Slipper Chairs

$4,500 / set

Pair of 1950's Edward Wormley for Drexel "Precedent Collection" Slipper Chairs

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley slipper chairs for Drexel , part of his Precedent Collection. The silver elm frames have been ebonized at some point, and reupholstere...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Elm

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs
Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

$5,500

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s
Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

$7,500

Edward Wormley Channel Back Sofa, Brass Legs, Blue Upholstery, c1940s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early channel back sofa with brass legs and covered in blue fabric by Edward Wormley. Model #4757 designed in 1947. The fabric is tired and should...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Brass

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 Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley 'In Clover' Red Leather Office Chair, Walnut Base
Edward Wormley 'In Clover' Red Leather Office Chair, Walnut Base

Edward Wormley 'In Clover' Red Leather Office Chair, Walnut Base

$15,500

Edward Wormley 'In Clover' Red Leather Office Chair, Walnut Base

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century 'In Clover' office / executive chair with a red leather button tufted seat with a high back and scroll arms resting on a rolling / swiveling walnut base with bra...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

$4,595

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, 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 Fair Vintage Conditio...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

$34,000

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley

$2,400

Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Chair by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Cincinnati, OH

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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

$4,800 / set

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

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Remarkable Set of 8 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
Remarkable Set of 8 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

Remarkable Set of 8 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

$64,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 8 Iconic Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) Iconic modern cane dining chairs by the esteemed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1950. Singl...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s
Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

$5,000

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Wingback Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s Seldom-seen Wormley design of a winged, high back club, lounge or easy chair. Sculptural form, extra wide seat, upholstered...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar

$5,500

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Wingback Lounge Chair for Dunbar. A really nice somewhat large scale modern wingback chair. Requires Reupholstery. Some wear to the wood legs. A chip to the rear le...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

$9,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Fabric

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier
Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

$18,500

Rare Mid-Century Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wingback Chairs in Exclusive Cartier

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning, expertly restored pair of early wingback chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring a custom Cartier-exclusive textile and refinished espresso bases. This heirloom-qu...

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

Stunning Set of 14 Klismos Cane Side Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, circa 1948
Stunning Set of 14 Klismos Cane Side Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, circa 1948

Stunning Set of 14 Klismos Cane Side Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, circa 1948

$112,000 / set

Stunning Set of 14 Klismos Cane Side Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, circa 1948

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent set of dining chairs is unique on the World market. The set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously profession...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Cane, Walnut

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair

$4,960Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair, Horseshoe curved back with original leather-covered armrests, solid mahogany frame, brass exposed screws...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Rare Slightly Curved Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar with Brass Legs
Rare Slightly Curved Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar with Brass Legs

Rare Slightly Curved Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar with Brass Legs

$9,500

Rare Slightly Curved Sofa by Wormley for Dunbar with Brass Legs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Seldom seen curved sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Supported by 6 Brass legs. Sofa requires reupholstery. When reupholstering there is a wood stretcher that needs replacement. ...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

$7,207Sale Price / set|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs. Lacquered mahogany legs with newly reupholstered button tufted seat and back. ...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950
Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950

$4,800

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 dept...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Rosewood

Four Ash and Rosewood Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Four Ash and Rosewood Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Four Ash and Rosewood Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000 / set

Four Ash and Rosewood Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A set of four Ash armchairs with rosewood details. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Ash, Rosewood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3

$7,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Barstools - Set of 3 Each bar stool measures: 20.75 wide x 20 deep x 37.5 high, with a seat height of 28 and arm height/chai...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

$2,250Sale Price|25% Off

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

$6,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

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

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Tufted Fabric
Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Tufted Fabric

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Tufted Fabric

$16,400

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Tufted Fabric

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century 3-seat sofa with brown button tufted fabric upholstery, and two removable seat cushions resting on a floating wooden base. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE C...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Dunbar Wing Back Janus Chairs by Edward Wormley
Pair of Dunbar Wing Back Janus Chairs by Edward Wormley

Pair of Dunbar Wing Back Janus Chairs by Edward Wormley

$28,000 / set

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...

Category

1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete

$15,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Iconic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tet-a-Tete. Ready for fabric of your choice. Mahogany legs with brass caps, Dunbar decking.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Brass

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...

Category

1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

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.

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Questions About Edward Wormley Seating
  • 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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