Mid-Century "Bermuda" Benches by Edward Wormley for Dunbar - A Pair

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Vintage 1940's "Bermuda" benches model #4962 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar FurnitureBerne, Indiana. Playful and sculptural the bermuda bench … Read more Vintage 1940's "Bermuda" benches model #4962 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar FurnitureBerne, Indiana. Playful and sculptural the bermuda bench raises the bar for stylish seating options. Simple elegance is showcased in this high armed bench upholstered in a vibrantly hued velvet resting on four tall tapering legs with an exposed slight seat rail. The solid tapered legs have been refinished in satin black. This bench has been completely restored and is in excellent condition. The stark lines of this bench have a striking presence and minimalist appeal. $7,550 per item.

A leading American furniture designer for over four decades, Edward J Wormley possessed a personal flair for embracing modern trends without a total departure from historical influences. His ability to combine the finest materials with outstanding craftsmanship became the cornerstone of his design statement. Wormley’s significant, personal contribution to modern design has earned him a position along side his noted contemporaries: Harry Bertoia, Charles Eames, George Nelson, Jens Risom, and Eero Sarrinen. See less