Edward Wormley
American, 1907 - 1995
Edward J. Wormley (1907–1995) was a leading American furniture designer whose work helped shape mid-century modern interiors. Born near Chicago, he studied briefly at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago before beginning his career at the interior design studio of Marshall Field & Company. A transformative trip to Paris in 1930 brought him into contact with modernist architect Le Corbusier and Art Deco designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, experiences that greatly influenced his aesthetic.
In 1931, Wormley joined the Dunbar Furniture Corporation in Indiana, eventually becoming its Director of Design and collaborating for over three decades. There, he crafted furniture lines that blended refined materials, elegant surfaces, and clean yet comfortable forms. His designs often referenced historical motifs while translating them into a modern vernacular, making them accessible and stylish without sacrificing craftsmanship.
Wormley’s pieces gained widespread recognition: they were featured in the “Good Design” exhibitions, acquired by major museums, and became staples of high-end interior design. Today, his furniture remains highly sought after by collectors, admired for its timeless sophistication, material quality, and balanced vision between tradition and innovation.
In 1931, Wormley joined the Dunbar Furniture Corporation in Indiana, eventually becoming its Director of Design and collaborating for over three decades. There, he crafted furniture lines that blended refined materials, elegant surfaces, and clean yet comfortable forms. His designs often referenced historical motifs while translating them into a modern vernacular, making them accessible and stylish without sacrificing craftsmanship.
Wormley’s pieces gained widespread recognition: they were featured in the “Good Design” exhibitions, acquired by major museums, and became staples of high-end interior design. Today, his furniture remains highly sought after by collectors, admired for its timeless sophistication, material quality, and balanced vision between tradition and innovation.
Edward Wormley
4 No. 4735 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
H 30 in W 25 in D 23 in
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Edward Wormley "Janus" Occasional Tables with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar
H 16 in W 17 in D 17 in
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Edward Wormley Janas Coffee Table with Tiffany Glass Tiles for Dunbar
H 17 in W 19 in D 77 in
$ 8,495
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Travertine Wedge Tables - Pair
H 21 in W 17 in D 27 in
$ 12,995
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk
H 35 in W 74 in D 28 in
$ 12,995
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Edward Wormley Tall Janus Occasional Table with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar 1960s
H 24 in W 11 in D 11 in
$ 15,000
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Mid-Century Mahogany Twelve-Drawer Chest / Dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
H 35 in W 68 in D 21 in
$ 8,500
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Vintage Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers / Dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
H 47 in W 34 in D 21 in
$ 5,800
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar “In Clover” 932 Executive Office Chair
H 35 in W 34 in D 23 in
$ 5,775
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric
H 42 in W 32 in D 48 in
$ 12,995
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Horseshoe Dining Chairs (Model 935) in Mohair
H 31 in W 24 in D 22 in
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Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Vinyl Leopard Print Upholstered Three Seat Sofa
H 30 in W 93 in D 35 in
$ 25,500
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Edward Wormley Dining Chairs for Dunbar
H 34 in W 20 in D 23 in
$ 10,800
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Edward Wormley Magazine Table for Dunbar
H 22 in W 25 in D 2 in
$ 4,500
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Line Lounge Chairs
H 27 in W 29 in D 24 in
$ 18,000
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