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.
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chairs
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding set of four Mid-Century Modern high back lounge chairs, club chairs, or dining chairs. By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut ba...
Upholstery, Walnut
Leon Rosen for Pace Collection Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs By Leon Rosen for Pace Collection USA, Circa 1970s Chrome base and legs, with upholstered seats and backs. Measure...
Chrome
Leon Rosen for Pace Collection Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish set of four Mid-Century Modern side chairs or dining chairs By Leon Rosen for Pace Collection USA, Circa 1970s Chrome base and legs, with upholstered seats and...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Lane, Set of Four
By Lane Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern high back dining chairs By Lane Furniture USA, 1970s Ash and burl wood frames, with caned backs and brown velvet upho...
Velvet, Cane, Ash, Burl
Karl Springer Style Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Karl Springer
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four Modern or Postmodern Parsons upholstered side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of Karl Springer USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 20.75"W x 28"D x 40"H. Seat ...
Brass
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern High Back Side Chairs
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding pair of Mid-Century Modern high back lounge chairs, club chairs, or dining chairs By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut bases, ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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
4 Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Brutalist High Back Dining Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall, Paul Evans
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of 4 Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Chairs . The set includes two armchairs and two-side chairs . They feature tall angular backs .The highly decorated resin s...
Fabric
Exciting Set 6 Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Dining Chair Goop Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Adrian Pearsall brutalist set of 6 dining chairs. I don't know where to begin to express the fabulous-ness of this set. These chairs are in good vintage condition with only ...
Upholstery, Epoxy Resin
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall High Back Goop Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a set of eight Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall High Back Goop Dining Chairs. Featuring a high back design, two arm chairs, six side chairs, a brutalist Goop st...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Upholstered Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a set of four Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall dining chairs. Featuring a newly upholstered frame, black lacquered modern legs, and Adrian Pearsall design! This...
Upholstery, Wood
