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.
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut and Blue Upholstery Bergere Armchairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century Modern bergere armchairs with walnut frames, upholstered in a blue / teal textured fabric, resting on four tapered walnut legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS)(PRICED AS...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century American Walnut Armchairs, Beige Upholstery, Vintage Pair
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century petite lounge / armchairs with shaped walnut frames and beige fabric upholstered seat cushions with black piping, resting on four angled and tapered roun...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Armchairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional, Walnut & Cane
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century pull up chairs with rounded back walnut frames with caned backs and sides and blue leather seat cushions, resting o...
Wood, Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Midcentury Romweber Limed Oak Club Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of midcentury Romweber Limed Oak Round Back Club Chairs.
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by John Keal, Upholstered, 1950s
By John Keal
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century American Modern (1950s) armchairs with stylized low arms with the back and seat upholstered in a beige / taupe circular patterned fabric and standing on 4 tapere...
Fabric
Pair of Mid-Century Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1955
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century slipper / side chairs, upholstered in a dark blue fabric with button tufting on the seat backs, resting on four square walnut legs. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR D...
Fabric
Set of Two Mid Century Blue Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A wonderful armchair made in the 1960s in Poland. Stabile design of the furniture and a comfortable seat. Furniture after full upholstery renovation, refreshed woodwork. The whole is...
Textile, Beech
Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chairs in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut lounge chairs in the style of Adrian Pearsall. These chairs feature a vintage yellow upholstery with a sculpted solid walnut base and armrests. These chairs are pri...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut High-Back Lounge Chairs, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This striking pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs was manufactured in the United States during the 1960s and beautifully embodies the sculptural forms that defined the era. Newl...
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Slipper Chairs - Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Slipper Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 29.5 wide x 27 deep x 29.75 high, with a seat height of 16 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Chair...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall, Fabric, Walnut
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall, from the 1960s. Chairs were recently reupholstered and are ready for a new home
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall, Fabric, Walnut
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall, from the 1960s. Chairs were recently reupholstered and are ready for a new home
Fabric, Wood
