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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
Midcentury #5526 Wormley Dunbar Armless Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Wormley has pioneered in a broad field of design, he was one of those unique designers who was sensitive to the interplay involved in selling modernism and still preserving the nostalgic touch of intimacy, warmth, and detail. Wormley attended the Art Institute of Chicago in 1926. After attending there he worked for Marshall Field`s Design Studio in 1930, and then a year later he began working for Dunbar. His collaboration with Dunbar made him a household name for decades. His first Dunbar chairs, produced in 1932, were reproductions of antique designs, but when they became popular Wormley augmented the set with new pieces to form a full line of furniture for almost every room in the house. He was given a contract under which he would produce two lines of furniture each year, one traditional and one modern 5526 Knowland vintage 6 ft midcentury Dunbar armless sofa...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Wool

Set of Eight Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Linherr Hollingsworth
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Experience the epitome of mid-century elegance with this set of eight dining chairs designed by Edward J Wormley for the esteemed Dunbar Furniture Company. Featuring the impeccable M...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Ebonized Mid-Century Modern Executive / Campaign Desk by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Deland, FL
Commanding and practical this impressive campaign-style desk by Dunbar has recently undergone a complete restoration. Designed by the inimitable Edward Wormely at the zenith of Dunba...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Walnut

Beige Large Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the ultimate in luxury and sophistication - the Beige Large Sofa by renowned designer Edward Wormley. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this stunning sofa featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric

Beige Large Sofa by Edward Wormley
Beige Large Sofa by Edward Wormley
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Caned Back Dining Chairs Set of Ten
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar caned back dining chairs set of ten, Model 6328 with newly upholstered seats in cotton velvet by Great Plains, Mahogany fram...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Walnut, Velvet, Cane

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Crushed Gold Velour and Walnut Lounge Armchair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century lounge armchair with square arms and a slightly tapered short back, with crushed gold velour upholstery with button tufted detail on the back cushion, resting on...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Eight High Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of eight high back Model 6328 dining chairs with twisted mahogany front legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Refinished and reupholstered in a linen fabric.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chair circa 1950s with Original Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Comfortable armless lounge slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in beautiful plaid upholstery. A true collectors piece with no modifications and in excellent vintage condition....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar (Signed) Janus Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar (Signed) Janus Chairs These were reupholstered at one point. May desire to have these reupholstered. Beautiful natural wood grain. Some wear to...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Floral Print Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sofa of English inspiration, retaining the original dark olive, coral, brown and beige mock-Asian floral print linen upholstery, on straight dark walnut legs.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Gondola Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Toledo, OH
Dunbar Gondola sofa, designed by Edward Wormley, manufactured by Dunbar, very good to excellent condition. This sofa has a very solid walnut frame. The ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Walnut

Pair of Ed Warley for Dunbar Deep Lounge Arm Club Chairs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Ed Warley for Dunbar Deep Lounge Arm Club Chairs
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Boucle
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
We love these gorgeous chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. A hard-to-find pair! They are super comfortable. We have reupholstered these in a Holly Hunt bouclé which is pale gray. Al...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Beige Upholstered Fluted Leg Lounge Armchair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century lounge armchair with plush upholstery in a textured taupe and beige with a small skirt concealing four fluted legs. (EDWARD J WORMLEY ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Fabric

Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut, Cane, and Tan Leather Janus Lounge Armchair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century 'Janus' lounge / armchair with a wooden frame with dark walnut veneer, a rounded caned back, and a tan leather button tufted seat cushion and round back cushion,...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Wood, Walnut, Leather, Upholstery

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

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Velvet

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Coronado, CA
This Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Bracket Back" sofa has been fully restored and features a refinished, solid mahogany frame with original brass hardware, and new Italian, top grain le...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A small sofa / settee designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Iconic form with tapered brass legs. Fully restored and upholstered in Designtex / Lambert / Smoke.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Bouclé

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chair / Bench
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A bench / side chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Mahogany base with rosewood stretchers. Fully restored and upholstered in Holly Hunt fabric.
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1960s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric

Dunbar Edward Wormley Deep Blue Alpaca Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Edward Wormley
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Rare Mid-Century Rich Royal Blue Alpaca Three-seat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar sits on square chrome legs. It has one tufted seat cushion and three loose ba...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Chrome

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

Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a. The continuous laminated ash legs wrap around the entire chair and form t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Bouclé, Mahogany

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

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Brass

Edward Wormley Black Leather Janus Lounge Chair, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Edward Wormley black leather Janus lounge ch air, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957 ash, leather; 33.75 H × 30.5 W × 34 D in; Stitched manufacturer's mark to decking ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Leather, Ash

Uncommon Dunbar Janus Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1957
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare dining height Janus armchair designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley. Each chair features sculpted dark mahogany frames and the original putty suede upholstery wi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
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

Pair of Dunbar Armchairs by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar armchairs with brass handles and brass feet.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935)
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
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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Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

Sectional Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
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

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Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning signed Dunbar 2 seater loveseat sofa. This piece is upholstered in it's original celery green woven wool in very nice to excellent condition. The loose seat cushions are qui...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Restored
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Dunbar Mid-Century Modern lounge chair on solid brass cone shape legs by Edward Wormley.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Pair of Tear Drop Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of tear drop slipper chairs on brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Nova / Celestial. Two pairs available.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Club Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stunning pair of oak framed chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, referred to as “Edward’s Chair”. New fabric and great original finish. Chairs...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

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

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Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut

Brass, Lacquered Wood and New Linen Upholstered Side Chair by Edward Wormley, Un
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York City, NY
Brass, Lacquered Wood and New Linen Upholstered Side Chair by Edward Wormley, United States, c. 1950 Classic lacquered side chair with brass stretchers connecting the front and back ...
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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Blush Velvet and mahogany
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A rare variation of the bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture company of Berne Indiana circa 1950s. This A-frame bracket is similar to the designs of Jens Risom, t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Velvet, Mahogany

Rare Pair of Slipper Benches by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of petite slipper benches with Ash legs and new mohair upholstery. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mohair

Pair of Dunbar Mahogany Armchairs by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 6309 lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar as part of the Today and Tomorrow collection, circa 1963. French inspired channeled mahogany frames. Upholstered in Manuel Canovas fabric...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Dining Chairs for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass stretchers, mahogany frames and upholstered seats. Stylish and substantial mid-century modern dining room ch...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

A-Frame Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern Classic 'A-Frame' armchair with a woven caned backrest, upholstered black leather seat and brass capped feet. Designed by Edward Wormley, produced by Dunbar in t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Rare Pair of Antler Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of model 5580 Antler armchairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Matching set of four side chairs available separately.
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany

Mahogany and Cane Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
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...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Rosewood

Set of Six Cane Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant and unusual set of six dining chairs with a cane wrapped barrel back and an upholstered seat atop four slender legs.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

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

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Velvet

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

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Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Bench with Boucle Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A great looking solid bench designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, this mahogany masterpiece exudes timeless elegance. Restored to its original splendor, i...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Armchair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sculptural and finely detailed armchair in walnut having a floating seat and back cushions that retain their original textured wool upholstery.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Lacquered Walnut Barrel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-cenutry barrel chair designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel, Precedent Collection features a black lacquered walnut frame with off-white cords that are woven into the back as an i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Fabric, Walnut, Cord

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century slipper lounge chairs, Pair Each chair measures 23 wide x 32 deep x 32 high with a seat h...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Wood, Upholstery

Panel Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of four (4) elegant and generously proportioned dining chairs with wooden panel backs, having spare, square-legged mahogany frames and tailored, form fitting upholstery.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Mahogany, Upholstery

Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design x-base ottoman for Dunbar Furniture. Timeless and classic design by Wormley offering additional seating for any arrangement. Newly refinished and upholstered in...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Channel Back Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An unusual and early design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This channel back lounge chair has mahogany trim and aluminum legs. Fully restored and reupholstered in Designtex / Lambert ...
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1950s Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Aluminum

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

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Toadstool
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare stool designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Commonly referred to as the "Toadstool". The stoolis supported by bent wood legs unified by a metal rod attached via brass knobs. ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Metal, Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Pair of Chairs
By Edward Wormley
Located in Miami, FL
A striking pair of Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring clean, architectural lines and exceptional craftsmanship. The chairs rest on sol...
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1950s American Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of Blue Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Settees in New Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
We have updated these great looking settees in a new black and off-white chenille weave. The sofas are very comfortable with new foam. Bases are mahogany platforms that have been ref...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Cane And Mahogany Dining Chair By Edward Wormley For Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in 1946. Model 4632, features tapered frames in a light mahogany with solid seats and curved backrests inset with cane.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Cane, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Teardrop Chairs for Dunbar, Model 5106
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design "Teardrop" lounge chairs, Model 5106 for Dunbar Furniture. Uniques shape chairs newly upholstered on polished and lacquered solid brass legs, ready to install.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edward Wormley Seating

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Brass

Edward Wormley seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Edward Wormley seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Edward Wormley seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Edward Wormley were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Dunbar, Milo Baughman, and Adrian Pearsall. Prices for Edward Wormley seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $760 and can go as high as $119,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,500.
Questions About Edward Wormley Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Edward Wormley used a variety of materials over the course of his career. Among them were laminated wood, brass, marble and silk. Not an axiomatic modernist, Wormley deeply appreciated traditional design, and consequently, his vintage seating, storage cabinets, bar carts and other work have an understated warmth and a timeless quality that sets them apart from other furnishings of the era. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Edward Wormley furniture.