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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
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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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

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 Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct
Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

$16,500

Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Seating

Materials

Brass

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

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

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 Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel
Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

$5,200

Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This swivel vanity chair was designed by American designer Edward Wormley for Drexel's notable Precedent line, one of the few collections Edward Wormley produced outside of his work ...

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

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$16,795

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 86 wide x 29 deep x 27.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 22.75 inches ...

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

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Upholstery, Wood

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948
Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948

$28,000 / set

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved-Back Dining Chairs, 1948 An elegant set of Ten dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, comprising Model 4580 side c...

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1940s American Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935) in Mohair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935) in Mohair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935) in Mohair

$38,000 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935) in Mohair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

This is such a beautiful dining chair with exquisite craftsmanship and detail. The iconic Dunbar Horseshoe chair by Edward Wormley will grace an...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Mohair, Mahogany, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA
Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA

Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA

$48,000

Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1960s, USA, two-piece sectional sofa. The sofa features split arm rests and an exposed sculpted ebonized wood frame. This sofa has been fully reupholster...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut, Upholstery

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs
Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

$4,125Sale Price / set|44% Off

Pair of Edward Wormley "Bucket Seat" Leather and Mahogany Club Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar camel leather and mahogany armchairs. Original channeled leather seats and backs with mahogany legs and stretchers. Rare design from Wormley and Dun...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

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

Pair of Blue Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

$12,000 / set

Pair of Blue Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

1950's Classic American mid-century Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs model #127. With its timeless yet fashion-forward appeal these chairs are one of the most recognized desi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Rolling Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Rolling Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Rolling Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$4,800

Rolling Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A round ottoman on casters with removable center cushion designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Beautifully restored and upholstered in silk velvet.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Edward Wormley Walnut Open-Arm Lounge Chairs
Pair of Edward Wormley Walnut Open-Arm Lounge Chairs

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley
Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

$99,000 / set

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948. A set of this mag...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Cane, Walnut

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

$3,000

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

Materials

Metal

Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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 Seating

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Velvet, Wood

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

$5,000 / set

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chino Hills, CA

For sale is an exquisite Pair of Slipper Chairs by the renowned designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. These iconic chairs have been meticulously refinished and are in over...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Suede, Walnut

Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 on Aluminum Legs
Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 on Aluminum Legs

Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 on Aluminum Legs

$14,000

Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 on Aluminum Legs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A gutter back armless sofa on aluminum legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and upholstered in Holly Hunt, Lush, Foggy velvet.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Velvet

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 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

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

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 Seating

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Wood

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

$14,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mohair

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

Materials

Wood

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

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1961
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1961

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1961

$24,000

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1961

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

With a nod to the immense popularity of Charles Eames's swivel lounge chair and ottoman, Wormley capitalized on the popularity of his own stationary, winged lounge chair and ottoman ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Leather

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

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

$8,079

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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.

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

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Fabric, 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

Materials

Aluminum

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa

$16,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare bracket back model 486 sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and reupholstered.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Walnut

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 Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Five Ebonized Wood Armchairs by Edward Wormley, Circa 1955
Set of Five Ebonized Wood Armchairs by Edward Wormley, Circa 1955

Set of Five Ebonized Wood Armchairs by Edward Wormley, Circa 1955

$12,250 / set

Set of Five Ebonized Wood Armchairs by Edward Wormley, Circa 1955

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 5 American Mid-Century ebonized wood continuous roundback armchair with black and white stripped upholstery (EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR) (PRICED AS SET) (MATCHING SET of 4 with...

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

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Wood

Pair of Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$12,000 / set

Pair of Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of mahogany lounge chairs with cane panels. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705
Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705

Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705

$8,800 / set

Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Janus Collection Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – Model 5705 An exceptional pair of all-original lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, part of his ...

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

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Upholstery, Mahogany

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

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

$8,750Sale Price|30% Off

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa with tapered rosewood legs and newly upholstered in a plush soft blue velvet. Every inch of this grand sofa has been painstakingly restored/replaced a...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Velvet

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$6,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 91 wide x 32 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 23 inches Great Vintage C...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Black Leather
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Black Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Black Leather

$15,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Party Sofa Model 5407 in Black Leather

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Toledo, OH

Iconic 1950's party sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. This is the Model 5407 Chesterfield style sofa in black leather. Original leather. The wide arms and long le...

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

Materials

Leather

Gorgeous Dunbar Arm Chair Edward Wormley Mid-century Modern
Gorgeous Dunbar Arm Chair Edward Wormley Mid-century Modern

Gorgeous Dunbar Arm Chair Edward Wormley Mid-century Modern

$3,000

Gorgeous Dunbar Arm Chair Edward Wormley Mid-century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous Dunbar chair designed by Edward Wormley. This lovely chair was reupholstered in a salmon chenille about 20 years ago and still looks great. The back cushion is filled with...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available
Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available

$2,540 / item

Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Hudson, NY

10 available- Priced per chair Absolutely stunning butter soft leather Roger Sprunger for Dunbar office chairs on smooth gliding casters. All original chairs are in very good condit...

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

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or Ottoman with Parson Legs & Tufted Seat
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or Ottoman with Parson Legs & Tufted Seat

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or Ottoman with Parson Legs & Tufted Seat

$1,750

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or Ottoman with Parson Legs & Tufted Seat

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stool or ottoman. This elegant stool has dark mahogany parson legs with an inside radius and original off white tufted upholstery. Origin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

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

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

$14,200 / set

Pair of Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Janus" Armchairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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

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

$2,950

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

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa
Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa

Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa

$3,500

Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley three seat on tapered walnut legs is from his Dunbar for Modern collection, one of his early fully modern furniture collections. This sofa, was reupholstered by the original owners, in the late 90s to fit their new southwest decor...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Six Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Six Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

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 Green Leather Ottoman for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Green Leather Ottoman for Dunbar

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 Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

Edward J. Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman circa 1950s for Dunbar
Edward J. Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman circa 1950s for Dunbar

Edward J. Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman circa 1950s for Dunbar

$3,250

Edward J. Wormley Lounge Chair and Ottoman circa 1950s for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward J. Wormley lounge chair and ottoman for Dunbar circa 1950s on solid brass castors. The lounge chair has a trapezoid shape, wider in the front (27.5" W) and tapers to the back....

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery

One pair of Edward Wormley Dunbar foot stools or ottomans four available
One pair of Edward Wormley Dunbar foot stools or ottomans four available

One pair of Edward Wormley Dunbar foot stools or ottomans four available

$4,500 / set

One pair of Edward Wormley Dunbar foot stools or ottomans four available

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Ferndale, MI

Price is for one pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar stools or ottomans . Recently finished in dark stain base with X stretcher supports recently re upholstered seats . Most retain Dun...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair

$8,295

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 1038 Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 29.5 wide x 30 deep x 45 high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height/chair clear...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brown Tufted Floating Three-Seat Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brown Tufted Floating Three-Seat Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brown Tufted Floating Three-Seat Sofa

$16,400

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brown Tufted Floating Three-Seat Sofa

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...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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

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

$32,495

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

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool

$5,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool This ottoman measures: 14.75 wide x 14.75 deep x 19.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a con...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Edward Wormley Dining Armchair for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Dining Armchair for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Dining Armchair for Dunbar

$4,000

Edward Wormley Dining Armchair for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Set of 6 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane Back Freshly Upholstered Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane Back Freshly Upholstered Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane Back Freshly Upholstered Dining Chairs

$4,800 / set

Set of 6 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane Back Freshly Upholstered Dining Chairs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hudson, NY

Set of 6 freshly upholstered dining chairs model 5296 and 5297 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Company. Stunning curved back design with sculpted back legs that are s...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Armless “Morris” Settees
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Armless “Morris” Settees

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Armless “Morris” Settees

$11,900 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Armless “Morris” Settees

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Rare pair of settees designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Settees feature an armless profile complete with two mahogany "sled" like legs. These occasionally come up in so...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Bentwood

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

Rare and Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Armchair

$4,000

Rare and Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Armchair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Leopard Print Vinyl
Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Leopard Print Vinyl

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Leopard Print Vinyl

$25,500

Edward Wormley Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Leopard Print Vinyl

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century three seat sofa, upholstered in a brown and black leopard print vinyl with two removable seat cushions, resting on three sets of square walnut legs. (EDWARD J WO...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$24,000 / set

Four Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A set of four tear drop slipper chairs on brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Nova / Celestial.

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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Brass

Walnut Dining Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Walnut Dining Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Walnut Dining Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,400 / item

Walnut Dining Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A sculptural and finely detailed armchair in walnut having a floating seat and back cushions, retaining the original black leather upholstery.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

Materials

Teak

1950s 98" Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 armless sofa Mohair and Wool
1950s 98" Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 armless sofa Mohair and Wool

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 Seating

Materials

Mohair

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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