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Edward Wormley Bracket Back Sofa for Dunbar

$14,995
£11,586.24
€13,394.78
CA$21,189.02
A$23,764.89
CHF 12,445.31
MX$288,766.64
NOK 158,034.55
SEK 149,827.89
DKK 99,985.06

About the Item

Introducing the newly upholstered and restored "bracket-back" three seater sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This classic Mid-century modern sofa design features mahogany legs that run from the base and up the back of the sofa giving it the appearance of floating. The sofa as been reupholstered in a stunning new Kvadrat SteelCut Trio 3: Color: 966 Emerald fabric which was originally designed by Frans Dijkmeijer, it comes in updated color ways crafted by Giulio Ridolfo. The fabric contrast beautifully with the warm bracketed wood. Amazingly comfortable for a family room or a bedroom and it will be the perfect addition to any space. This sofa will look amazing floating in a room. Condition: Excellent restored condition. Dimensions:90.5”L x 31”D x 28.5”H Seat height: 16” Seat depth: 21” Usable seating space 81" *We are also happy to reupholster in a fabric of your choice. Fabric is COM.  About the Fabric:  Steelcut Trio is a hardwearing woollen upholstery textile with the same construction as Steelcut. Originally designed by Frans Dijkmeijer, it comes in updated colourways crafted by Giulio Ridolfo. The three-dimensional surface of Steelcut Trio resembles small pyramids or steel points. Despite the complexity of the textile’s innovative weave, it has a simple, precise expression. Steelcut Trio is yarn-dyed and made from 3 differently coloured yarns About the Designer: A leading American furniture designer for over four decades, Edward J. Wormley possessed a personal flair for embracing modern trends without a total departure from historical influences. His ability to combine the finest materials with outstanding craftsmanship became the cornerstone of his design statement. Wormley’s significant, personal contribution to modern design has earned him a position along side his noted contemporaries: Harry Bertoia, Charles Eames, George Nelson, Jens Risom, and Eero Sarrinen. Edward J Wormley was born on December 31, 1907 in Oswego, IL, a small community west of Chicago. He attended the School of the Art Institute of Chicago from 1926 to 1928 and took his first job in the interior design studio at Marshall Field & Company department store. In 1931, he was recruited by DUNBAR and quickly became their Director of Design. Wormley's tenure as Design Director spanned over thirty years and is considered one of the most historically meaningful between a designer and manufacturer. Rarely does a prominent designer collaborate with only one manufacturer. As such, Wormley’s primary body of work is related to and owned by DUNBAR.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 90.5 in (229.87 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960's
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa has been reupholstered in fresh new Kvadrat SteelCut Trio 3: Color: 966. The wood has been restored professionally and the sofa is in excellent vintage condition,.
  • Seller Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6417244777802

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