Rare “Mr.” Dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar – A Sculptural Icon of American Mid Century Modernism

Elevate your collection with one of the most elusive and refined designs in mid-century modern furniture: the Mr. dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Designed in the 1950s and produced in extremely limited quantities, this sculptural piece stands as a pinnacle of Wormley’s mature work—where understated elegance meets architectural ingenuity. Why This Piece Matters Edward Wormley is a foundational figure in American design history, known for bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modernist principles. As the longtime design director for Dunbar Furniture, Wormley created pieces that challenged the rigid binaries of modernism—favoring fluid lines, luxurious materials, and exceptional attention to detail. The Mr. dresser, with its undulating tambour doors, bentwood hairpin legs, and impeccably crafted sixteen-drawer interior, is among the rarest and most celebrated of his designs. Few were ever made, and even fewer survive in such pristine condition. This dresser is not m