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Set of 10 dining room chairs by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar, USA 1950s.

Creator: Edward Wormley - Dunbar
Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Set of 10 dining room chairs model 453 by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar in beige fabric, USA 1950s.

This large set of chairs designed by Edward J. Wormley, the longtime director of design for the Dunbar furniture company, is still as marvellous as when it was designed. Drawn in simple lines, these chairs have a timeless quality and signal subtle craftsmanship from every angle. The dark walnut frame has rectangular tapered legs and goes all around below the seat. The sand coloured upholstery in combination with the dark coloured base makes these chairs very versatile for any type of interior. The seat and back are slightly tilted backward enhancing the comfort the chair. The design looks simplistic, yet these chairs were made with high attention and clearly build to last.

Interestingly the elegantly shaped walnut frame is very similar to some designs by Brazilian design legend Joaquim Tenreiro. Although if there was any, it was most likely the latter being influenced by Wormley.

Upholstery:
The upholstery on these item has recently been redone by the previous owner. However clients that prefer different upholstery are advised to contact us for the possibilities. We work closely with some of the best upholsterers in the Netherlands and have a big archive documenting the original ways in which pieces where upholstered, ensuring every piece will not only look it's best in the years to come but will also retains it's value.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	United States, Indiana
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood, Upholstery
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use; wood has some minor marks. Upholstery has recently been redone.
Number of Pieces:	8+
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Catalog References:	Catalogue Dunbar furniture corporation of Indiana, Berne, Indiana 1962, unpaginated
Incollect Reference #:	262963

Dimensions

W.	20.08 in;	H.	34.65 in;	D.	22.44 in;
W.	51 cm;	H.	88 cm;	D.	57 cm;

Seat H.	18.11 in;
Seat H.	46 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great

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