Edward Wormley - Dunbar

Marble-Topped Tawi Wood Sideboard by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Documentation

Signed

Origin

United States, Indiana

Period

1950-1979

Materials

Mahogany, Tawi wood, Brass, Marble

Dimensions

W.	73 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	23.25 in;
W.	185.42 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	59.06 cm;

Condition

Good. Expertly refinished.

Creation Date

1955

Description

In this extraordinary sideboard/buffet, Dunbar model 5464, Edward Wormley set staggered panels of tawi wood into an ebonized mahogany frame topped with a slab of Portuguese marble.

The shallower drawer at top left has seven felt-lined divisions. To the right, a tambour door conceals a large storage area. Below left a hinged door with key secures another storage space and offers two shelves for glasses. At center is a second drawer. On the bottom, a wide third drawer contains a removable linen tray. All drawers feature double-ringed brass pulls and inset brass handles decorate the sides.

Styles / Movements

Mid Century, Modern

Incollect Reference Number

301441