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.
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
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 28 in D 30 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Swivel and Tilt Lounge chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Chicago, IL
A single swiveling and tilting club chair with round walnut plinth bases and tear drop back by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Taupe ultra suede upholstery with brown leather ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern High Back Swivel Lounge Chair by Rowe
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern lounge chair features an unusual high tufted backrest with a sculpted walnut design on the base. Stylish design offers the ability to swivel and is covered i...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Prestige Lounge Chair after Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century lounge chair makes a comfortable and stylish addition to any interior, combining vintage fabric with shapely seat design. Unique tapered legs in the style of Adrian ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
$2,168Sale Price|41% Off
H 40 in W 37 in D 23 in
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Rock Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Charleston, SC
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1970. Furniture that’s art. Arms gently slope out like a blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cushion runs down along the edge of the seat back...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Swivel Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Swivel Chair This swivel chair measures: 30.5 wide x 31 deep x 45 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 21.5 inches Fair Vi...
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley dunbar swivel lounge chair.
Upholstery
Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Iconic swivel lounge chair designed by Edward Wormley for the Dunbar Furniture Company, model 5609 c. 1950/60's. The chair features a dark wood four leg base, with an upholstered se...
Upholstery, Wood
$1,600
H 43 in W 31.75 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid-Century lounge chair features vintage crimson plush upholstery, solid sculpted walnut legs and tufted back rest. An overstuffed removable cushion and a high back rest en...
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Highback Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Berkeley, CA
This highback swivel lounge chair was designed by Adrian Pearsall and produced by Craft Associates in the USA during the 1960s. The walnut base swivels beneath a tall, dramatically c...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern PLYCraft Mr. Chair & Ottoman - Refinished!
By Plycraft
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Relax in iconic style with this Mid-Century Modern Plycraft “Mr. Chair” and matching ottoman, inspired by the timeless design of the Eames Lounge. Featuring a beautifully contoured w...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair. Featuring a straight line design, wooden frame with slanted arms, new gray upholstery, and a beautif...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Vintage Milo Baughman Style Flat Bar Chrome Arm Chair
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Elevate your space with this circa 2000s Milo Baughman–style flat bar chrome armchair. Featuring a sleek, architectural chrome frame with clean lines and a sculptural profile, this p...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Walnut Wing Chair & Ottoman
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a rare Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Wing Chair & Ottoman. Featuring a large rounded back wing chair design, arms with walnut accents, modern walnut legs, ma...
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Ralph Lauren Style Leather Club Chair & Ottoman
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Sink into exceptional comfort with this oversized Ralph Lauren leather club chair and matching ottoman, a custom-order American-made s...
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Tufted Barrel Back Club Chairs - Set of 2
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Bring timeless comfort and classic sophistication into your home with this pair of vintage circa 1960s tufted barrel back club chairs. Featuring their original textured light green u...
Upholstery
