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.
Isamu Noguchi Coffee Table, USA 1950's
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in New York, NY
Early Classic Noguchi IN 50 table in black stained Cherry and vintage apple green glass, aluminum connecting pin present.
Aluminum
$5,725
H 15.75 in W 35.44 in D 47.25 in
Early Noguchi Coffee Table by Herman Miller, First Production, 1950s
By Herman Miller, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An early production Noguchi Coffee Table designed by Isamu Noguchi and manufactured by Herman Miller in the 1950s. Introduced in 1947, the Noguchi Coffee Table is widely regarded ...
Glass, Ash
Midcentury Biomorphic "Airplane" Coffee Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1950s black lacquer biomorphic "Airplane" coffee table, in the style of Isamu Noguchi, was nicknamed the "Airplane Table," for its interlocking carved oak base. The base is surm...
Hardwood, Lacquer
Mid-Century Sculpted Biomorphic Shaped Coffee Table w/ Glass Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precisi...
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Noguchi Style Glass Top Coffee Table
By Isamu Noguchi, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage glass top coffee table boasts the ergonomic sophistication of Isamu Noguchi's classic 1947 design for Herman Miller. The b...
Metal
1960's Biomorphic Custom Made Cerused Oak Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 1960's custom made cerused oak coffee table made of 8 solid oak slabs shape into a Biomorphic design with custom cut polished glass top, the table has been fully restored ...
Glass, Oak
1950s Oak & Glass Kidney Biomorphic Coffee Table, Noguchi Style
By Hisamitsu Noguchi
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This iconic original glass kidney table is packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Just look at the gorgeous details on...
Glass, Wood
Isamu Noguchi Style Coffee Table
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Atlanta, GA
Isamu Noguchi style coffee table, American, circa 1980s. We do not believe this is by Herman Miller.
Glass, Wood
John Widdicomb Biomorphic Coffee Table ca' 1950's
By John Widdicomb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual coffee table by John Widdicomb ca' 1950's. Biomorphic design with original glass and sculpted organic base.
Glass, Cherry
Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Style Glass and Wood Coffee Table
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Astoria, NY
Noguchi Style Oval Glass Top and Wood Coffee Table. 14.5" H x 42" W x 27" D. Provenance: From a Warren, New Jersey Collection.
Glass, Wood
Richard Kagan Zebra Wood Coffee Table with Glass Top, 1976
By Richard Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Richard Kagan Zebra Wood and Glass Coffee Table. Bought directly from the South Street Philadelphia Gallery owned and operated by Mr. Kagan. Table is in very nice shape, glass shows ...
Zebra Wood
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oval Teak Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oval Teak Coffee Table! Presents as new! Very clean, dated 2019 to underside. Ideal size and scale! Ready to go!
Aluminum
Live Edge 'Monkeypod' Wood Coffee Table, Hawaii, USA, 1950s
By George Nakashima, Sam Maloof
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Live Edge 'Monkeypod' Wood Coffee Table, Hawaii, USA, circa 1950s Solid 'Monkeypod' Wood "Nice size, color and grain. The top is organic with a "Live Edge" on tapered legs attached...
Wood
Lewis Butler Coffee Table for Knoll, Walnut Frame, Mid-Century Modern
By Lewis Butler for Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lewis Butler for Knoll Formica Top Coffee Table. Design dates to the early 1950's, reintroduced by Knoll and then discontinued a few year...
Formica, Walnut
Gunnar Schwartz Teak Square Coffee Table with cane shelf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gunnar Schwartz Teak square coffe table with a bottom cane shelf. Top has been refinished and is ready to go! Beautiful Teak wood, makes this table both beautiful and useful! Nice...
Cane, Teak
Jay Spectre "DeLanay" Round Chrome and Glass Table
By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jay Spectre "DeLanay" Glass and Chrome Side Table. In beautiful Condition. Couldn't an example of this table anywhere besides in an Ad! Updated Deco feel with a beautiful Etched G...
Chrome
