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Furniture For Sale
Creator: Edward Wormley
Creator: Ralph Lauren
Edward Wormley Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Great Plains Wool Velvet
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"...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mohair
Tawi Wood Dining Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Excellent. SEE THE VIDEO!
Located in Kansas City, MO
Absolutely stunning Tawi wood top dining table designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar. Tawi is so rare it is not even listed as a choice in the "materials" section of...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Expandable Dining Table in Mahogany by Edward Wormley. Expertly Refinished
Located in Kansas City, MO
Dining table in two tone mahogany designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The table starts at 66.25 inches wide and has two 24 inch leaves so at full length it is 9 1/2 feet wide. ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Edward J Wormley for Dunbar mid century 3 seats Canape
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Edward J Wormley has for a while worked with Jules Wabbes and le Mobilier Universel .
This is the result of their collaboration : a big sofa who was sold here in Belgium by Jules Wab...
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Ralph Lauren Polo Advertisement Display Lighting
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Ralph Lauren Polo Advertisement Store Display Light
Mid-Century Wooden Table Light from Ralph Lauren with Unbeatable Patina.
This vintage Polo tabletop light makes a wonderful stat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ralph Lauren Wicker Rattan Garden Lounge Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of ebonized wicker garden lounge armchairs designed by Ralph Lauren. These rare chairs feature an oversized rattan frame embellished with woven wicker. The gracefully c...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Edward Wormley Daybed in Mahogany and Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, daybed, mahogany, fabric, metal, United States, 1950s.
A daybed designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in mahogany. The sculpted frame shows beautiful line...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Brown Leather Sofa by Ralph Lauren for Henredon Furniture Ind., Inc.
By Henredon, Ralph Lauren
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage sofa designed by Ralph Lauren for Henredon Furniture Ind., Inc. it has the labels on it. It is made of brown leather. Original from the late 20th Century. It is in vi...
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar, c.1940, USA. The tables feature a mahogany waterfall style body with olive green leather table top that cascades down one side of each ...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Edward Wormley Curved Back Side Chair for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A mahogany ebonized side chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The backrest has been newly caned with a newly upholstered seat cushion. Retains Dunbar brass label.
Edwar...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Burl Wood Centre or Cocktail Round Table
Located in Plainview, NY
Edward Wormley Mid Century Modern for Dunbar burl wood center or cocktail round Table.
A timeless 1950s mid century modern faceted burl olive wood pedesta...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Burl
Henredon Ralph Lauren Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stunning Ralph Lauren sofa in thick, buttery, luxurious saddle leather. Lovely light patina. Sink in comfort with the softest down filled cushions. L...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ralph Lauren, Pair of armchairs, France, circa 1990
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Ralph Lauren,
Pair of weaved rattan armchairs,
France, circa 1990.
Measures: Width 76 cm, depth 84 cm, height 80 cm.
Born to Jewish immigrants, Ralph Lauren grew up in the Br...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Ralph Lauren Clivedon Macassar and Marble Console Table
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Regency period elegance inspires this Clivedon console, whose stately frame is distinguished by hand carved voluted legs and acanthus leaf motifs. Presented with a rich macassar ebon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Furniture
Materials
Marble
Massive Ralph Lauren Pine Trestle Table
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A spectacular banquet/ dining table with enough seating for 12-14 people. Very large Trestle Table in beautiful Honey tone Pine with darker knots. The table top is composed of thick...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Rustic Furniture
Materials
Pine
Edward Wormley Long John Bench by Dunbar, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley Long John Bench by Dunbar, 1960. Bench has been completely restored.
Measures 59.75" long, 18.75" deep 12" tall
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Wood
Late 20th Century Vintage Ralph Lauren Home “Illora” Queen Poster Bed
By Ralph Lauren
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency Queen bed. Made by Ralph Lauren Home. Thr coveted “Illora” style with four soaring carved posters. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Modern Excllusive Wall Unit by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Designed by Edward Wormley with a 'Less is More' aestethic this walnut wallunit offers three shelved cabinets under three tier glass shelving incorporating a center display cabinet w...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Cane Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each side chairs measure: 22 wide x 20 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 18 inches
Each arm chair measures: 25 wid...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Polo Ralph Lauren Baroque Style Mahogany Bombe Three Drawer Nightstand
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage Ralph Lauren mahogany bombe chest of drawers bedside cabinet nightstand or end table.
High quality craftsmanship and solid wood construction, exceptionally executed in an...
Category
Late 20th Century Baroque Revival Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Ralph Lauren Leather MacIntyre Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Boston, MA
Gorgeous Ralph Lauren MacIntyre leather sofa. Wrapped in beautiful lightly distressed cigar brown leather with thick stitching details. Traditional English roll-arm style with paramo...
Category
2010s Unknown Furniture
Materials
Leather
Ralph Lauren Crystal Faceted Table Lamp with White Silk Lampshade
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Brescia, IT
This Ralph Lauren clear crystal faceted table lamp with white silk lampshade is part of the Ralph Lauren Home collection and it is an eleg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Ralph Lauren Leather MacIntyre Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Boston, MA
Gorgeous Ralph Lauren MacIntyre leather sofa. Wrapped in beautiful lightly distressed cigar brown leather with thick stitching details. Traditional English roll-arm style with paramo...
Category
2010s Unknown Furniture
Materials
Leather
Dunbar Murano Tile Top Game Table by Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare Murano glass tile top game / dining table with brass edging and tapered mahogany legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with early green Dunbar label. This is the largest...
Category
1950s Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Dunbar Armchairs by Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar armchairs with brass handles and brass feet.
Category
1950s Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Ralph Lauren Polo American Neoclassical Black Gilt Wood Wall Mirror Rectangle
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
American Neoclassical large rectangle Wall Mirror in Black Finish framed with hand carved Acanthus Scroll Design in Giltwood.
The Mirror Glass has a beveled edge and sits tight in th...
Category
1990s American American Classical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood
Horseshoe Chair By Edward Wormley For Dunbar, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Horseshoe chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Walnut & Rosewood.
Original button tufted silk fabric seat cushion. Signed with DUNBAR label. This chair is meticulously crafted with b...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Rosewood, Walnut
Edward Wormley Pedestal Bar Cabinet in Olive Burl Model 6302d
Located in Southampton, NJ
Faceted Pedestal Cabinet/ Dry Bar model 6302D by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, introduced in 1963, in natural olive burl with hinged door and dark mahogany interior cabinet. Includes t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
STUNNING RALPH LAUREN MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS NiGHTSTAND
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Ralph Lauren Military Campaign Chest of Drawers.
A stunning Ralph Lauren military campaign chest of drawers nightstand is a unique and captivating piece of furniture that combines the elegance of traditional design with the rugged charm of a military-inspired aesthetic. It exudes a sense of adventure and sophistication, making it a captivating addition to any bedroom.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this nightstand showcases Ralph Lauren's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. The chest features a distinctive campaign design, inspired by vintage military furniture...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ralph Lauren Home Collection Woven Rattan Wicker Bed
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Organic modern style woven bamboo rattan bed by Ralph Lauren Home Polo collection. The bed features a subtle sleigh form on each end ...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Tan Leather loveseat sofa solid brass legs by Edward Wormley
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful light tan beige leather 72" 2 seater sofa. Very high quality leather upholstery with 2 seat cushions and tufted buttons on seat back and cushions. Beautiful design by Edwar...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ralph Lauren Home Visual Comfort Xavier Brass Pendant Light
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Inspired by the stylish elegance inherent to ’20s design, the Xavier pendant is defined by its curved silhouette and thoughtfully chosen composition. The white glass shade is suspend...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ralph Lauren Lumbar Pillow Rectangular Shape Country French Grain Sack
By Ralph Lauren
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage rectangular shape Country French grain sack red stripes linen color background throw pillow.
Lauren Ralph Lauren, RLL decorative linen lumbar throw pillow with stripe and side ties and down filled insert.
Rectangular shape Ralph Lauren oblong throw pillow in linen beige and red stripes.
This rectangular throw decorative lumbar pillow will add a touch of timeless texture to your decor.
Lend a natural accent and pop of texture to any room with the vintage Ralph Laureen organic linen and red throw pillow.
A must-have for a well-dressed bed, sofa or loveseat, this rectangular shape throw pillow delivers on depth and decoration.
Vintage Ralph Lauren oblong throw pillow in cream linen fabric will add a sense of warmth that will radiate comfy vibes throughout your space, the Linen Ralph Lauren offers rustic inspired charm will transform your decor room, neutral, cottage, coastal, farmhouse. rustic style.
Beautiful Lauren Ralph Lauren pillow...
Category
Late 20th Century Country Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Maitland Smith for Ralph Lauren Mahogany Mayfair Round Dining Center Table 50"
Located in Dayton, OH
Ralph Lauren’s Mayfair collection is inspired by the elegance of Mediterranean design with a hint of Old Hollywood glamour. Impeccably crafted from solid mahogany wood with a rich sw...
Category
Late 20th Century Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c1950s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Behold an exceptional treasure of design history, a vintage mid-century modern walnut dresser crafted by the iconic Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. This exquisite piece is an...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
1990s Ralph Lauren Silk Damask Wingback Sleigh Bed
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Ralph Lauren Damask bed frame you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful bed frame with ...
Category
1990s American French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Wood
RALPH LAUREN WRITER'S CHESTERFIELD FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN IN HERiTAGE BROWN LEATHER
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Vintage Heritage brown leather Ralph Lauren Writer's Chesterfield tufted footstool ottoman
P...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Edward Wormley Dunbar Floating Back Sofa
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Rare 1950s sofa design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar featuring a beautiful exposed mahogany frame and a floating arm and back section. Showcasing Wormley's deft skill of transforming ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Pair of Slipper Benches by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of petite slipper benches with Ash legs and new mohair upholstery. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
1950s Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mohair
Pair Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location.
Pair Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs. Wedge side profile. Slight Pie shape top profile with generous cu...
Category
1950s Vintage Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Edward Wormley For Dunbar Round Dining Table Rosewood and Chrome Black Formica
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Edward Wormley for Dunbar round rosewood and chrome dining table with black formica top. An elegant round table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Circa 1960. Black high polis...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Ralph Lauren Traditional Mahogany Candle Stand Floor Lamp Adjustable Height 68"
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Dayton, OH
A traditional rich brown mahogany floor lamp by Ralph Lauren. The lamp is in the form of a large Early American / Colonial candle stand with candlestick center and adjustable harp al...
Category
Late 20th Century American Colonial Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
2 Ralph Lauren Tudor Altar Candlestick Adjustable Brass Table Lamps Shades Pair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Ralph Lauren Tudor Candlesticks. Made from antiqued brass with a classic altar stick form featuring tapered adjustable hieght shades.
Dimensions:
36.5"h x 18.25" x 18.25", s...
Category
Late 20th Century Tudor Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley Sofa Model 4906, Dunbar, USA, 1950s
Located in London, GB
An original Edward Wormley Model 4906 sofa, made by Dunbar in the USA, 1950s. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Brass Candle Holder Dish
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your home decor with this elegant brass candle holder dish, a beautiful accessory that brings a touch of sophistication to any setting. Designed to hold a single pillar candl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1950s Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dresser
Located in Boston, MA
Edward Wormely for Dunbar dresser, circa 1950s. Presented in mahogany, showing lovely woodgrain details. Five drawers with dovetail joints. Perfect smaller size. Leather wrapped plin...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Side Table USA - 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Edward Wormley Dunbar Side Table. Nice inlay and solid Brass support connections. beautifully detailed.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of two tier end tables / nightstands by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
1950s Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs, Set of 8
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A set of 8 rare dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This set features two arm or "Captain's" chairs along with 6 side chairs. Great form with a gentle curved back an...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 MCM Rosewood and Walnut Horseshoe Chairs - 4
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Mid Century Rosewood and Walnut Horseshoe Chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 24.75 wide x 22 deep x 30.75 high, with a seat height of 19 and ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut
Chest by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dallas, TX
A walnut dresser with rosewood handle and brass feet. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
1950s Vintage Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Coastal Ralph Lauren Woven Bamboo Wicker Ottoman or Bench
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous vintage Ralph Lauren woven bamboo ottoman or bench.
Category
Late 20th Century Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Early 1940s Edward J. Wormley Elegant Armchairs for Dunbar in Dark Expresso x 2
Located in St. Louis, MO
Early 1940s Edward J. Wormley Elegant Neoclassical Style occasional arm chairs for Dunbar model No. 116B. As shown in "The Other Face of Modernism" book on Wormley , and in the 1940s...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Tall Man" Lounge Chair With Brass Legs
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An oversized modernist take on an iconic wingback chair by iconic designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Features a well proportioned frame with tall seat back over solid patinated bras...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Classic Burlwood Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
A classic parsons style dining table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Table has two 18" leaves. It is 66" wide without the leaves and extends to 102". Table has a highly figured burlwoo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Burl
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Large Tulip End/ Side Table in Travertine and Walnut
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful "Tulip" table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. Features a modern take on a more traditional design- in keeping with Wormley's design philosophy. A scul...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Travertine
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Extension Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Extension Dining Table. One-inch thick top with edge banding and a slight upward reveal or lip design detail shown in pictures. The table is 48" round in di...
Category
1950s American Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s Vintage Edward Wormley for Drexel 'Precedent' Highboy Dresser
Located in Boston, MA
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent' Highboy Dresser by Drexel, circa 1950s. Features 7 drawers with original brass pulls and dividers. Clean, simple lines, structurally sound. Good ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Wood
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When it comes to shopping for vintage, new and antique furniture — whether you’re finally moving into that long-coveted loft apartment, ranch-style home, townhouse or furnishing your weekend house on the lake — you should think of your home as a stage for the seating, tables, lighting, storage cabinets and other pieces that best match your personality.
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It’s difficult to single out well-recognized designs from what is a crowded pantheon of celebrated and seminal furnishings. Certain outstanding designs have such stellar quality they’ve endured for decades as bona fide cultural treasures, still being manufactured, in many cases, by the same venerable companies that shepherded them into being (think Herman Miller, Knoll and Fritz Hansen). Some works come immediately to mind as contenders for any short list. When you’re discussing the most popular mid-century modern chairs, for example, no tally would be complete without citing designs by Arne Jacobsen, Charlotte Perriand, Charles and Ray Eames and Hans Wegner.
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