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.
$1,660 / set
H 19 in W 20 in D 24 in
A pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Style Jax Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of walnut and glass Pearsall side tables known to the profession as the "Jax Table" because of their close design reminiscent of the jax and ball game. This set was,manufactur...
Glass, Walnut
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern End Tables after Adrian Pearsall
By Gio Ponti, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An unusual matching pair of two-tier end tables from the 1960's. They feature walnut construction with floating glass tops. In the style of: Adrian Pearsall, Gio Ponti
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut Jacks Side Tables - Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut Jacks Side Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 20 wide x 24 deep x 19.25 in...
Glass, Walnut
$3,250
H 19.5 in W 27 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored - Adrian Pearsall "Stingray" Side Tables for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of Adrian Pearsall “Stingray” side tables for Craft Associates exemplifies mid-century modern design with dynamic organic form and s...
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Pair of End Tables by Lane Furniture
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of end tables features an elegant design combining walnut frames and glass tops. Artfully sculpted bases and a minimal square top make this sought-after design by Adrian Pe...
Glass, Walnut
Pair of Round Triangular Tri Legged Two Tier Side End Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice glass top walnut side or end tables on beautiful sculptured legs.
Adrian Pearsall Tri-Symmetric Occasional Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Adrian Pearsall tri-symmetric occasional table with glass top. Has a sculptural walnut base and a glass top.
Glass, Walnut
Pair of Kidney Organic Shape Two-Tier Tri-Legged Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lacquered walnut round glass galleries organic kidney shape side tables.
Brass
$1,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 20 in Dm 25 in
Mid Century Modern Atributted to Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. C 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atributted to Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Walnut Jack Side Table. Features a scupltural jack shaped solid wood base with a beautiful wood grain an...
Glass, Walnut
Pair of Mid-century Sculptural End Tables by Forest Wilson
By Forest Wilson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique pair of glass top end tables features stylish and sturdy walnut frames and unique chrome accents by Forest Wilson. Beautiful midcentury design adds a sculptural elegance ...
Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall style End Tables W/ Planters , a Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-century end tables w/ planters In the style of Adrian Pearsall - a pair.
Walnut
Pair of Danish Modern Tove Edvard Kindt Larsen Teak Side Tables
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this nice vintage pair of danish side tables, the tables are solid teak and are marked as shown in photos.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern “Rhythm” Marble Sides Table by Lane - A Pair
Located in Esperance, NY
Great set of vintage side tables by lane
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Glass Side Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut and glass side table.
Walnut
Mid-Century Tulip Side Table by Burke
By Burke, Inc.
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-Century Tulip side table by Burke.
Metal
Mid-Century Tessellated Side Tables by Maitland Smith, a Pair
By Maitland Smith
Located in Esperance, NY
Tables in tessellated stone with brass inlay by Maitland Smith for Alexvale Furniture of North Carolina.
Brass
