Adrian Pearsall designed some of the most exuberant and expressive American chairs, sofas and other furniture of the 1950s and ’60s. For verve and vivacity of form, he surpasses even Vladimir Kagan — whose work is the emblem of swinging, sexy mid-20th century modernism. Pearsall gave his imagination free rein, and his flamboyant, eye-catching styles are icons of what has become known as “Atomic Age” design.
Pearsall studied architectural engineering at the University of Illinois before opening his Pennsylvania furniture company, Craft Associates, in 1952, and that training shows in many designs.
A Pearsall trademark, for example, is a lounge chair with an exceptionally tall, trapezoidal back, which give the pieces a skyscraper-like silhouette. Pearsall also had a talent for so-called Gondola sofas — long, low-slung pieces with upswept ends. Many of Pearsall’s sofas and chairs are supported not by legs, but on gently arced walnut skids.
Pearsall had a gift for tables, too, in particular glass-topped side tables and coffee tables with frames that have the look of an Alexander Calder stabile. As you will see from the offerings on 1stDibs, Pearsall had flair, and his work adds an attention-getting, sculptural exclamation point to any décor.
Find vintage Adrian Pearsall sofas, armchairs, coffee tables and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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Brutalist Bronzed Resin Wall Relief Sculpture, Style of Paul Evans, c 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique brutalist wall relief was sculpted with bronzed resin over wood, in the style of Paul Evans, circa 1970s. Incredible textures and col...
Resin, Wood
$4,800
H 24 in W 32 in D 1.5 in
1970s Brutalist Welded Steel Wall Sculpture in the Manner of Paul Evans
Located in Round Top, TX
1970s Brutalist Welded Steel Wall Sculpture in the Manner of Silas Seandel and Paul Evans An exceptional vintage Brutalist welded steel wall sculpture dating from the 1970s. Execute...
Steel
Concrete relief sculpture by Momcilo Milovanovic, France 1970s
By Momćilo Milovanović
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Concrete relief sculpture by Momcilo Milovanovic (1921 - 2013), France 1970s. Milovanovic studied sculpting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Belgrade unt...
Concrete, Metal
Brutalist Relief Wall Sculpture
By Ron Hitchins
Located in London, GB
Original handmade fibreglass relief sculpture from Ron Hitchins' own home. Uniquely handmade and signed by the artist. Part of a series of 3 (see our other listings for the other two...
Fiberglass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bas-Relief Wall Sculpture, C. 1960s.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century modern abstract bas-relief wall hanging sculpture, circa 1960s, executed in painted fiberglass. The composition features dynamic layered forms and a rhythmic abstract s...
Fiberglass
Vintage Israeli Brutalist Metal Art Relief Sculpture Signed ARAELLA
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This is a stunning piece of vintage Israeli artistry. The style, use of mixed metals, and the thick, textured application immediately place it in the desirable Mid-Century Modern (MCM) Brutalist movement, which was very popular among Israeli artisans in the 1960s and 1970s (often referred to as "Brutalist Judaica...
Brass, Copper
Germán Cueto Tribute To Picasso Bronze Wall Sculpture
Located in Mexico City, MX
A cast bronze wall sculpture titled "Homenaje a Picasso " (Tribute to Picasso) by Mexican sculptor Germán Cueto. The sculpture depicts a Cubist style face inspired by the work of the...
Bronze
1970s Brutalist Metal Wall Art Abstract Sculpture
By Stephen Chun
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s Wall Art Abstract Sculpture Metal in the style of Stephen Chun Hong Kong. Unmarked. Dimensions: 34.25 W x 34.25H x 1D...
Metal
$1,850
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 4 in
Curtis Jere Brutalist Wall Sculpture 23" Style of Paul Evans Abstract Modern Art
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
Brutalist Mid Century Modern Wall Sculpture, by C. Jere, American, circa 1960s. Retains its warm original patina.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Wall Sculpture, I.E.Hošek, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, copper Signatured With aged patina Good original condition.
Copper
Hendrik Horst Brutalist Welded Iron Wall Sculpture Art, 1970
By Hendrik Horst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brutalist wall sculpture by renowned Danish sculptor Henrik Horst. Known for his impressive, Brutalist welded iron wall sculptures Henrik Horst began his career in Denmark in...
Metal, Iron
Heavily Textured Framed Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture by Henrik Horst, 1970's
By Hendrik Horst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist mixed metal wall sculpture by Henrik Horst, 1970's. In original condition with a great patina. There is some wear to the corners of the frame, consistent with its age and u...
Metal
Mid-Century Abstract Metal Brutalist Door Panel, Raw, Geometric, and Carved
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large-scale vertical panel composed of stacked, interlocking rectangular and square forms with open geometric cutouts throughout. The surface carries dense hand-carved or cast reli...
Metal
1970s Hendrik Horst Brutalist Wall Sculpture in Sheet Metal and Copper
By Henrik Horst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall sculpture by Hendrik Horst exemplifies Brutalist metalwork through its bold geometric composition and industrial materials. Welded sheet metal forms create an organic, free-form...
Metal
1962 Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen Abstract Ceramic Tile Art for Illum Bolighus
By Illum Bolighus, Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract ceramic tile artwork by Danish artist Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen, produced for Illum Bolighus in 1962. The panel is composed of heavy ceramic tiles arranged in a grid, the seams i...
Ceramic
Carlos Marinas Rubio XL Hammered Copper Brutalist Sculpture, 1975
By Carlos Marinas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A monumental work of art, this extra-large Brutalist wall sculpture by Carlos Marinas Rubio hails from Spain, crafted in 1975. Executed in hammered copper, brass, and steel, this pow...
Brass, Copper, Steel
