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Edward Wormley Lounge Chair #4796 for Dunbar

Creator: Edward Wormley
Offered by: Albert Joseph Gallery

Description
Edward Wormely lounge chair model #4796 produced by Dunbar Furniture Company "Dunbar For Modern" Line, production date of 8/2/1950 - 10/23/1950. Provenance copy of original purchase order with original tear sheet.
The perfect reading chair, very comfortable with lots of room to sit crossed legs or curl up into one side of the chair. In very good condition newly upholstered with Nobilis Velvet.
1944 Dunbar furniture company started to focus on Modern lines noted as "Dunbar for Modern" with Edward Wormley heading the design. This chair is a great early example of Wormley's style and sophistication. He took the best elements from classical, historical design and translated them into Modern vernacular. His designs where met with instant success. Provenance includes original bill of sale from Dunbar Furniture Manufacturing Co. Berne, Indiana dated 10/23/1950, and a copy of the catalog tear sheet.

More Information

Documentation:	Makers Label/Invoice
Origin:	United States, Indiana
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Velvet Wood
Condition:	Good. Very Good Condition
Creation Date:	1950
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	AJG267
Incollect Reference #:	530300

Dimensions

W.	33 in;	H.	33 in;	D.	32 in;
W.	83.82 cm;	H.	83.82 cm;	D.	81.28 cm;

Seat H.	17.5 in;
Seat H.	44.45 cm;

Message from Seller:

Albert Joseph Gallery, established in 1998, offers an expertly curated selection of antiques, art, and design objects, handpicked from around the world. Located in the NYDC at 200 Lexington Avenue, New York City, you can reach us at (908) 502-5018 or ajy1w@msn.com for more information.