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Lobel Modern, opened in 1998 by Evan Lobel, showcases furniture, lighting, hand-blown glass and art by important designers from the 1940's thru the 1980's. Located in the Four Points section of lower Manhattan.
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"Sheaf of Wheat" side table No. 5479 in laminated ash with travertine top by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's (Dunbar tag on bottom). The stone on this table is absolutely stunning. An iconic design by one of the midcentury’s best designers.
Diam: 27 inches
H: 20.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Beautifully crafted desk in dark mahogany with inset leather top and sculpted oval chrome and brass pulls as well as brass feet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960's (signed with metal Dunbar label in drawer). The mixed metal pulls are a chic detail. The right lower drawer is for files. A superb Edward Wormley design.
W: 52 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Very good - some scratches and marks in leather on the top consistent with age. A few small marks in wood.
SOLD
Ref: desk116
Pair of masterfully crafted lounge chairs model 5480 in laminated ash with caned back and brass sabots by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1954. These chairs are a tour de force of design. One of the first pieces made of laminated wood, this design stretched the mechanical capabilities of the master woodworkers making Wormley’s pieces. The tapering legs and brass sabot make them incredibly sexy.
Reference:
Dunbar Black and White Book published in 1956, this model is shown on page 44 as “5480 Chair” with technical specs on page 183.
Dimensions for each:
W: 24.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Arm H: 25.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly reupholstered.
$12,000 for the pair
Ref: loungechairs216
Beautifully made “Barrel Tufted Desk Chair” model no 5400 with original gray leather on a mahogany base with brass castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1954 (signed “DUNBAR - Berne Indiana” on original metal label on bottom of chair). This iconic desk chair is extremely comfortable. It’s a luxurious design.
Reference:
Dunbar Office Furniture Catalog published in the 1960’s, in the section “Swivel Chairs” there is a black and white photo of this model with the description, “(model) 5400…Barrel Tufted Chair”.
W: 30 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 36 inches
SH: 19 inches (adjustable)
Condition: Very Good - Some creases in original leather upholstery consistent with age. Base has been refinished. Castors have been replaced with the same model new.
SOLD
Ref: deskchair37
Set of 4 dining/game chairs model 6333 in mahogany with trapezoidal cane backs and newly upholstered seats by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963. (original Dunbar labels on bottom). These classic Dunbar chairs are very chic. We have reupholstered the seats in a beautiful fabric and they have been refinished.
Reference:
Dunbar White Binder Catalog published in the 1960’s, section titled “chairs”, on page 28ch of this section is a photo of this model with the title “No. 6333 Side Chair”.
W: 18 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished mahogany and reupholstered seats.
SOLD
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Rare game table in mahogany with gently curving legs and sides with inset red leather top by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1940's (signed with green metal tag on bottom ”DUNBAR BERNE, INDIANA”). This table is beautifully crafted. Newly refinished with new leather top.
Dimensions:
W: 30.5 inches
D: 30.5 inches
H: 27.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly refinished with new red leather top.
$12,000
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Parsons style coffee table model No. 5206, base in dark mahogany with inset Italian travertine top, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1952 (metal and paper labels on bottom). Edward Wormley was known for his elegant designs utilizing exceptional materials and craftsmanship. This table is a beautiful example of that.
W: 37 inches
D: 37 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - base has been refinished.
$8,500
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Rare side table in book-matched Carpathian elm and walnut with removable serving tray at bottom by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's (signed with metal label). This table has beautiful little brass sabots at the bottom of the legs. The craftsmanship and attention to detail of this gem is superb.
Diam: 25 inches
H: 26 inches
Condition: Excellent - this table has been refinished.
SOLD
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Pair of rare twin headboards model no. 5731 in sculpted walnut from the Janus Series by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1957 (with original metal labels signed “DUNBAR Berne, Indiana”). Finely crafted, this model is rare and was only made in 1957.
Reference:
Dunbar Janus Catalog published in 1957 shows and image of these headboards in situ in a bedroom with the description below: “DUNBAR (model) 5731 BED”.
Each:
W: 42 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 36 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly refinished
$11,000 for the pair
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Beautifully made executive desk chair newly upholstered in brown leather on polished chrome base with castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960's.
W: 25.5 inches
D: 28.5 inches
H: 36.5 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Beautifully made “Barrel Tufted Desk Chair” model no 5400 in newly reupholstered calf skin leather with mahogany base with brass castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1954. This iconic desk chair is extremely comfortable and reclines. It’s a luxurious design. Newly reupholstered in calf skin leather.
Reference:
Dunbar Office Furniture Catalog published in the 1960’s, in the section “Swivel Chairs” there is a black and white photo of this model with the description, “(model) 5400…Barrel Tufted Chair”.
W: 30 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 34 inches
SH: 17 inches (adjustable)
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been newly reupholstered. Base has been refinished.
SOLD
Ref: deskchair37
Pair of elegant "Thebes Benches" model 5002 in mahogany with hand-turned stretchers and cream leather by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's. These iconic benches are the epitome of fine craftsmanship.
Reference:
Dunbar Black and White Book published in 1956, on page 137 is a photo of this model with model “5002 bench” written above it.
Dimensions for Each:
W: 23.5 inches
D: 23.5 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Ref: benches47
Beautifully made faceted pedestal cabinet/side table model no. 6302B in olive burl with original slate top by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963 (signed “Made by Dunbar Furn. Corporation, Berne Indiana” on bottom label) with original D (for Dunbar) key. This beautiful cabinet is designed as a dry bar to hold liquor bottles and glasses but it can be used to hold anything. With these beautiful materials and piano hinged door, the craftsmanship is superb.
Diam: 22 inches
H: 32.5 inches
$8,500
Condition: Excellent - Slate professionally cleaned and polished.
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Pair of clean-line slipper chairs newly upholstered in beautiful blue leather with mahogany base by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's (signed with Dunbar metal tag on bottom).
These classic Dunbar slipper chairs are very comfortable and would feel at home in any style interior.
Dimensions for each:
W: 27 inches
D: 29 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent: mahogany has been refinished and they have been newly reupholstered in blue leather.
$12,000 for the pair
Ref: slipperchairs46
Floor lamp model 5410 with incorporated table in walnut with book-matched Carpathian elm and solid brass base by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1954 (signed “Dunbar Berne Indiana” on label on bottom). This iconic floor lamp is beautifully made in fine materials. A wonderful example of Wormley’s attention to every detail.
Diam: 25 inches
H: 51.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - refinished. New custom lamp shade.
$7,500
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Rare pair of 3 tier end tables, model 4424, in mahogany by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1944 (original label on bottom).
W: 26 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 22.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Fine 4 door credenza in mahogany with walnut doors and brass “D” pulls by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960's (signed in drawer). This piece is beautifully outfitted and meticulously crafted.
W: 80 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 33 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Sofa model no. 5136 with tufted seat and back and dark tapering conical mahogany legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1951. Dunbar sofas are beautifully made. This sofa is reupholstered in chenille.
Reference:
Dunbar Black and White Book Catalog published in 1956, this model is shown on page 36 with technical specs on page 175.
W: 86 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Elegant chest of drawers model 5562 in dark mahogany designed with a gently slanted front with 9 drawers, each with a hand-carved pull with small brass studs, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1955 (signed “Dunbar Berne Indiana” on metal label in top left drawer.) This piece is meticulously made and the epidemy of restrained elegance.
W: 65 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 33 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare pair of black steel bedside tables, model 6008, with teak drawers with rosewood pulls and glass tops by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960 (Dunbar metal tag in drawer). These were only made for a brief period. As with all Dunbar furniture, they are beautifully made.
W: 26 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 20 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - refinished.
Ref: nightstands124
