$531
Edward Wormley (1907-1995) for Dunbar "Model 5961" High-back Lounge Chair, Berne, Indiana, c. 1955, mahogany frame, reupholstered in a taupe Knoll fabric with geometric pattern, ht. 39, seat ht. 15, wd. 28, dp. 30 in. Note: Edward J. Wormley was an American modern furniture designer. In 1926 he studied briefly at the Art Institute of Chicago and then worked as an interior designer for Marshall Fields & Company. In 1944, while working for Dunbar, Wormley led their Modern focus incorporating European and Scandinavian influences into their lines. The result was furniture that was sophisticated yet mainstream, and very successful. Estimate $600-800 Ready to place. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-06-17
