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 Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature winged arm rests, splayed legs, and a high back rest. A decorative yellow upholstery and sturdy walnut base add to the all...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of mid century chairs by ADRIAN PEARSALL w/foot stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and elegant pair of chairs BY ANDRIAN PEARSALL, it has the original fabric and it is in good condition, it has also the foot stool, but in different fabric, the patina of...
Walnut, Fabric
$3,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 40 in W 32.5 in D 33 in
Handsome Pair of Adrian Pearsall Style Scoop Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Bassett Furniture, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of tall back Adrian Pearsall style scoop lounge chairs. These chairs are made by the Bassett Furniture Company and were usually sold in sets call His + Hers sets with o...
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-Century "Mama and Papa" Danish Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of vintage-modern lounge chairs feature unique Scandinavian Modern design. The teak armrests and hardwood legs add to the mid-century appeal of this matching pair of his and her...
Upholstery, Teak
$6,495 / set
H 28 in W 34.5 in D 29 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Barrel Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 34.5 wide x 29 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair cleara...
Upholstery, Wood
$8,800 / set
H 36 in W 32 in D 32 in
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style High Back Lounge Chair Set
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of two Mid-Century Modern, high-back lounge chairs with a matching ottoman is American made circa the 1960s. The chairs and ottoman have been attributed to architect-turned-...
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Midcentury Italian Armchairs, 1965
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy - Made of wood, fabric - Re-upholstered - Very good, original condition.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Atomic Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Mid Century Atomic Chairs. Tufted back and tapering legs complement the looks of these chairs. Newly upholstered in a neutral fabric.
Fabric, Wood
$4,200 / set
H 47 in W 19 in D 24 in
Pair Of Mid-Century Modern High Back Side Chairs By Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This outstanding pair of high-back dining side chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates are model number 2051-C. As with all Pearsall designs, these chairs are sculptu...
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century High Back Vinyl Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage pair of lounge chairs feature ample vinyl upholstered seats with unique sculpted high backs. Tapered legs and low profile armrests add to the midcentury style ...
Dunbar Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for the Janus Collection
By Edward Wormley
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of sophisticated and very well crafted slipper chairs having tufted backs upholstered in a light taupe and cream woven fabric with sculptural ebony toned mahogany legs . From ...
Upholstery, Wood
Rare IB Kofod Larsen Danish Lounge Chair for Selig Denmark (B)
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A lounge chair with sculptural winged arms and very well crafted frame , finished in a dark walnut with brass hardware and upholstered in a oatmeal toned fabric with a bit of lighter...
Upholstery, Wood
Renato Zevi Lounge Chairs for Selig Italy in the style of Milo Baughman
By Renato Zevi
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of very well-crafted sophisticated lounge chairs with sculptural chromed steel flat bar frames and upholstered in a medium gray soft contract fabric. With the loose back pillo...
Chrome
Stendig Davis Allen Andover Arm Chairs Set
By Stendig Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of very well crafted, sophisticated and comfortable black lacquer wood framed armchairs with upholstered seat cushions. Manufactured for Stendig , the owners Charles and Elean...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Milo Baughman Scoop Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin (B)
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted chromed squared tubed framed lounge chair with scoop styled seat and rolled armrests making this a super comfortable chair. The chrome frame structure makes the s...
Chrome
Mid Century Milo Baughman Scoop Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin (A)
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted chromed squared tubed framed lounge chair with scoop styled seat and rolled armrests making this a super comfortable chair. The chrome frame structure makes the s...
Chrome
