EDWARD WORMLEY DINING/CONFERENCE TABLE 5465 FOR DUNBAR

On offer is a substantial draw-leaf dining table designed in 1954 by Edward Wormley for the DUNBAR Furniture Company. The promotional literature for this and several other designs by Mr. Wormley claims that the wood used is 'Tawi' (although we find no evidence that any such wood has ever existed). To our eyes, the table appears to be a golden-toned walnut with three darker leaves (also 'walnut') that each measure 12" wide and have a grain pattern that runs perpendicular to the tabletop. They provide a pleasing contrast as well as a sophisticated decorative element. The table stands on a tapering sled base with brass shoes. When closed, the length is 84" expandable to 120" using all three leaves to accommodate up to 10 guests comfortably. EDWARD J WORMLEY was born on December 31, 1907, in Oswego, Illinois, a small farming community west of Chicago. He attended the Art Institute of Chicago in the late 1920s and took his first job with the design studio at Marshall Field's department sto