In its inaugural days, iconic mid-century modern furniture brand Craft Associates was largely the work of founder and forward-thinking designer Adrian Pearsall and his wife, Dorie. The pair assembled sexy, stylish furniture in their Pennsylvania basement that they later sold from the back of a truck to the era’s marquee department stores in Philadelphia and New York City.
The New York–born Pearsall (1925–2011) served in the Navy before earning his architectural engineering degree from the University of Illinois in 1950. He abandoned architecture after only a couple of years and turned instead to furniture design, opening Craft Associates in 1952 to sell his sophisticated living room seating, dining room furnishings and more. Flush with dynamic angles and clean lines, Pearsall’s sculptural, expressive designs — coffee tables, luxurious lounge chairs and more — helped define the style of the Atomic Age. With the help of Dorie and working in partnership with his brother Richard, Pearsall oversaw the expansion of Craft Associates into a leading employer of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, with popular furniture including architecturally striking tables as well as plush beanbag chairs.
From Craft, there was Pearsall’s low-slung Gondola sofa, which embraces the sitter with its enveloping, geometrically rich form, his range of glass-topped tables — most boasting provocatively shaped wood slabs that serve as bases — as well as his skinny, high-backed upholstered walnut armchairs. Pearsall drew on his background in architecture for the organic and eye-catching structures of these pieces in addition to his larger scale work. One of his biggest projects was the complete design of his family’s 10,000-square-foot Pennsylvania home in Forty Fort, which boasted an indoor pool, sauna, tennis court and ice cream bar.
After growing his business to 800 employees, Pearsall sold Craft Associates in 1968 to Lane Furniture, which continued producing his pieces into the late 1970s before halting production. With business partner John Graham, Pearsall established a new company, Comfort Designs, in the 1970s, while also devoting time to his lifelong hobbies of sailing and restoring classic yachts.
A company called New Craft Associates revived Pearsall’s brand’s name, referencing mid-century-era furniture design in its current projects while not formally associated with Pearsall or his family. Restoration Hardware has also reissued some of his Craft Associates designs, with Pearsall and his company’s distinctive furniture remaining popular statement pieces adaptable to any home.
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Adrian Pearsall Diamond Button-Tufted Chaise Lounge for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precisi...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Pair Adrian Pearsall Barrel Form Swivel Chairs, Fresh Wool Blend & Tulip Bases
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sapce-age chairs is one of Adrian Pearsall's most iconic and rare designs, and these are great examples. These chairs are elegant and striking with their circular design...
Aluminum
Super Rare Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Walnut & Orange X-Base Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Super rare, possibly unique armchair designed by Adrian Pearsall and made by Craft Associates in the 1960s. While other variations of this design reached mass production and still se...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates '2006-S' Sofa in Walnut
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa, model '2006S', fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s This timeless, softly contoured sofa embodies understated elegance through its graceful curves and minimal...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 990 LC
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Rare mid century lounge chair and ottoman designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, model 990 LC, come with Pearsall designed ottoman. The chair and ottoman are both structur...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 'Havana' Chair with Ottoman in Olive Green Pierre Frey
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, lounge chair with ottoman, model 1717-RC and 1841-O, fabric by Pierre Frey, walnut, brass, United States, 1960s The Havana set, designed by Ad...
Brass
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2006-S Mid Century Walnut Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2006-S Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 122.5 wide x 31 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches Good Vintage Condi...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculptural Rocking Wave-Form Chaise Lounge
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Adrian Pearsall, this chaise was made by Craft Associates early in Pearsall's career, around the 1950s. Featuring the now-classic wave form seat and a two-stage carved wa...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Travertine Side Tables for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Walnut Wood, Original Travertines, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam, New Pirelli Webbing ________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furnitur...
Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Wave Chair by Adrian Pearsall Crafts Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Wave lounge chair by Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associates C1959 an earlier version with four angled legs painted black and brass sabots one of which is missing. Will try t...
Brass
CraftAssociates Chaises, Contour Mid Century Modern Chaise Lounge, Fur, Leather
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Chaises, Contour Mid Century Modern Chaise Lounge, Fur, Leather Craft Associates® Furniture is proud each piece is made in the US....
Wrought Iron
Craft Lounge Chairs, Lafer Lounge Chairs, Brown Leather and Walnut, Modern
By Craft Associates, Percival Lafer
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chairs, lafer lounge chairs, brown leather and walnut, Modern Designer: Percival Lafer Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern S...
Leather, Walnut
Fully Restored Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Gondola Platform Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern Platform Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1960’s. Iconic, timeless design from renowned designer, Adrian Pearsall. His pieces are highly ...
Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Walnut
Strictly Spanish Swivel Chair Pair, Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Lutz, FL
Pair of Mid Century Modern High Back Swivel Chair Pair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Reupholstered and restored walnut and ...
Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Walnut
Expertly Restored -Adrian Pearsall Model 843-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, New Boucle Tweed, New High-Density Foam, New Pirelli Webbing ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist-Inspired Two-Cushion Sofa (1 of 2)
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, Paul Evans
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A striking example of Adrian Pearsall’s bold design vision, this two-cushion sofa blends clean modernist lines with dramatic Brutalist detailing. Upholstered in rich black fabric, th...
Upholstery, Resin, Wood
Craft Associates Modern Lounge Chair, 2002, the Parallax
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Modern Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, Mohair Yardage: 6 yards, 5.5 meters condition Craft Associates Modern lounge chair - 2002 - The Parallax...
Mohair, Walnut
Craft Associates Lounge Chairs, Scoop Modern Lounge Chair, Walnut Mohair
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Elevate your living space with the Modern Scoop Lounge Chair are an exquisite example of mid-century modern design. Crafted by the artisans at Craft Associates Furniture, this luxuri...
Mohair, Walnut
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Milo Baughman Cane Dining Chair, Walnut
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Milo Baughman Cane Dining Chair, Walnut The Milo Baughman Oval Cane Back Walnut Side Chair for Craft Associates® Fur...
Sheepskin, Cane, Wood, Walnut
Craft Lounge Chair, Leather Lounge Chair, Black Leather and Walnut, Modern
By Craft Associates, Percival Lafer
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chair, percival lounge chair, black leather and walnut, Modern Designer: Percival Lafer Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern ...
Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern High Back King Canopy Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hard to find king chair designed by Adrian Pearsall and produced by Craft Associates circa 1960's. This modern take on a canopy chair features sculpted solid walnut legs with off w...
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sectional Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sectional Sofa Sectional consist of 6 pieces plus two ottomans. Multiple sections of sofa retain Craft Assoc. labels. Each ottoman measures- 3...
Upholstery
Craftassociates Counter Stools, Cane Counter Height Stools, Walnut and Leather
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craftassociates counter stools, cane counter height stools, walnut and leather, Craftassociates counter stools, cane counter height stools, walnut and l...
Walnut, Cane
CraftAssociates Dining Chair, Milo Baughman Dining Chairs, Oval, Cane, Walnut
By Milo Baughman, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chair, Milo Baughman Dining Chairs, Oval, Cane, Walnut The Milo Baughman Oval Cane Back Walnut Side Chair for Craft Associates® Furniture is expertly crafted....
Sheepskin, Wood, Walnut
Craftassociates Counter Stools, Cane counter height Stools, Walnut and leather
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craftassociates Counter Stools, Cane counter height Stools, Walnut and leather "Modernism, rebelling against the ornament of the 19th century, limited th...
Leather, Cane, Walnut
Modern Sectional, Cloud Modern Sectional, Craft Associates
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Sectional, Cloud modern sectional, craft associates. This modern cloud sectional sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. The sofa boasts ha...
Mohair, Hardwood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19 wide x 23 deep x 46.5 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Each ...
Upholstery, Resin
CraftAssociates Dining Chair, Milo Baughman Cane Back Dining Chair, Oval
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chair, Milo Baughman Cane Back Dining Chair, Oval The Milo Baughman Oval Cane Back White Oak Arm Chair for Craft Associates...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19 wide x 26 deep x 47.5 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches Eac...
Upholstery, Resin
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist-Inspired Two-Cushion Sofa Loveseat (2 of 2)
By Paul Evans, Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A striking example of Adrian Pearsall’s bold design vision, this two-cushion sofa or loveseat blends clean modernist lines with dramatic Brutalist detailing. Upholstered in rich blac...
Upholstery, Resin, Wood
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates Exceptional and rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, showcasing the bold sculptura...
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair This chair measures: 34.5 wide x 34 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 15.75 and arm height/chair clearance...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. The structure of these lounge cocktail armchairs is made of walnut wood with a beautiful curved shape and covered...
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa, 1960s Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exceptional Adrian Pearsall platform sofa showcases the renowned mid-century modern designer's signature floating aesthetic with integrated walnut end tables elegantly positione...
Upholstery, Walnut
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. The sofa boasts hand cut high-...
Copper
CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut
By Craft Associates, Laura Trenchard
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft caned dining chairs, bonnie caned dining chairs, leather and walnut Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Pe...
Cane, Walnut, Leather
CraftAssociates Upholstered Bench, Trenchard Modern Upholstered Bench, Black
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Upholstered Bench, Trenchard Modern Upholstered Bench, Black This modern upholstered bench is expertly crafted and upholstered. The bench boasts hand cut high-densit...
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Craft Associates Chrome Barrel Back Club Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Craft Associates Chrome Barrel Back Club Chairs Offered is a pair of beautifully restored vintage Mid-Century Moder...
Steel
Peabody Wicker Chairs, Modern Wicker Chairs, Teak and Thick Weave
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair for Craft Associates Furniture, 1806P This Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair - 1806P fo...
Wicker, Teak
Rare Swivel Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare swivel tub chair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Its monumental scale (44” wide) and tufted interior make it a statement piece for any room. The chair sits on a cylin...
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Walnut Sectional Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover a masterpiece of 1960s American design with this stunning Adrian Pearsall sectional sofa, crafted for Craft Associates. This is more than seating, it’s a statement piece tha...
Fabric, Formica, Walnut, Lacquer
Adrian Pearsall Walnut Lounge Chair Model 2161-C For Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern lounge chair was designed by American design legend Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1960s. This armchair is documented in the Craft Associates cata...
Velvet, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. The frame of this cocktail lounge chair is made of walnut wood in a beautiful curved shape and upholstered in white chenil...
Chenille, Walnut
Set of Slipper Chairs by Adrian Pearsall in Navy Mohair, 1950s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Sculptural set of slipper chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. Walnut bases fully restored, reupholstered in na...
Mohair, Walnut
CraftAssociates Sofa, Floating Modern Sofa, Mid Century
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Sofa, Floating Modern Sofa, Mid Century This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. Each sofa boasts hand cut foam and high grade commercial fabric. The so...
Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa This sofa measures: 123 wide x 70 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat heigh...
Upholstery, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Brutalist Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Brutalist Sofa This sofa measures: 126 wide x 34.5 deep x 25 inches high, with a seat height of 10.5 (to the frame) All pieces of f...
Upholstery, Wood
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Derby Modern Dining Chairs, Walnut, Brown Leather
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Derby Modern Dining Chairs, Walnut, Brown Leather These modern walnut dining chairs by Lawrence Peabody : The Derby Modern Dining Chair for Craft Asso...
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Craftassociates Counter Height Stool, Modern Counter Height Stool, Metal, Leathe
By Laura Trenchard, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Counter Height Stool, Modern counter height stool, metal, leather These metal counter height stools in Leather for Craft Assoc...
Iron
1960s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Wave Rocking Chaise Lounge in Walnut
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Lancaster, PA
This is a Wave Rocking Chaise Lounge, initially designed by Adrian Pearsall ca. 1960. This example also dates to the 1960s, and retains its original upholstery fabric. The current ...
Metal
Mid-Century Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century Cloud sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s. This design by Pearsall is low profile and features a gently curved silhouette. Long and extreme...
Fabric, Bouclé, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2300-S Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2300-S Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Sofa This sofa measures: 136 wide x 66 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 12.5 inches Fair Vintag...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cork and Chrome Settee
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century cork and chrome settee The settee measures: 57.5 wide x 35.5 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height of 22 ...
Chrome
CraftAssociates Chaises, Contour Modern Chaise, Mohair
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Chaises, Contour Modern Chaise, Mohair This modern chaise lounge is expertly crafted and upholstered. The chaise boasts hand cut high-density foam and thick weave fa...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
$3,700Sale Price|26% Off
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Brutalist Drum Pod Lounge Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wayne, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Brutalist Chair . The highly decorated resin surfaces are similiar to Paul Evans Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Series studio pieces. The resin on these h...
Fabric
Modern Craft Associates Walnut Bench
By Craft Associates, Laura Trenchard
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut This Modern Craft Associates...
Walnut
Gold Goop Brutalist Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Paul Evans, Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This Adrian Pearsall loveseat is a stunning fusion of mid-century modernism and sculptural bravado. Constructed in the 1970s for Craft Associates, its standout feature is a dramatic ...
Resin, Wood, Fabric, Upholstery
$10,500 / item
CraftAssociates, Alaska Modern Wood Sofa, Oak
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates, Alaska Modern Wood Sofa, Oak This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. Each sofa boasts hand cut high-density foam and high grade commercial fabric. Th...
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa 2408
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates sculptural sofa 2408 Offered is a beautifully all original 'Gondola' sofa (model 2408) designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft A...
Upholstery, Walnut
Classic Modernist Adrian Pearsall 'Havana' Chair "SATTELITE"
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Buffalo, NY
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, lounge chair , model 1717-RC walnut, brass, United States, 1960s The Havana Lounge Chair, designed by Adrian Pearsall, , displaying a cohesive ...
Fabric, Walnut