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Large Tub Chair in Style of Adrian Pearsall on Casters
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
Very comfortable oversized tub chair in style of Adrian Pearsall. On small wooden legs with casters
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Wave Chaise Lounge Chair Style of Adrian Pearsall, 1960
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Wave Chaise Lounge Chair Style of Adrian Pearsall, 1960. Original velvet upholstery. Upholstery
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Velvet
Side Table and Planter in the style of Adrian Pearsall, USA, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful restored side table and planter in the style of Adrian Pearsall, 1965, USA.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chairs in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut lounge chairs in the style of Adrian Pearsall. These chairs feature a vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Two-Person Wave Chaise Lounge, MidCentury Modern in the style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful wave chaise lounge sofa in the style of Adrian Pearsall. This piece will need to be
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
1960s Swivel Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s
Goldenrod crushed velvet highback swivel chair in the style of Adrian Pearsall. Label on
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet
1960s Mid Century Orange Swivel Barrel Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Draper, UT
1960s Mid-Century Orange Swivel Barrel Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall. Features
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Medellin Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Jonathan Adler, Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and incredibly sculptural lounge chair in the style of Adrian Pearsall. This incredibly
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Modern High Back Walnut Lounge Chair in the style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unique Sculptural Tall Back Lounge Chair in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Carsons Inc. of High
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 49.5 in W 30.5 in D 30.5 in
Set of 6 Mid Century High Back Walnut Dining Chairs Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern walnut dining table high back chairs style of Adrian Pearsall - Good
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 43 in W 21 in D 20 in
Wave Chaise Lounge Chair Style of Adrian Pearsall, 1960
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Wave Chaise Lounge Chair attributed to Adrian Pearsall, 1960. Original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Red Armchair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful and comfortable vintage armchair styled after the designs of Adrian Pearsall. Vivid red
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Midcentury Gondola Sofa in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing sofa with the coolest lines. In the manner of Adrian Pearsall but no tags to indicate so
Category
Vintage 1960s Space Age Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Triangular Lounge Chairs in The Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of triangular chairs newly upholstered in Kensington Velvet. Channeled backs with black lacquered plinth base.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Marble and Walnut Coffee Table in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
after Adrian Pearsall. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
Mid Century Sculptural Lounge Chair in the style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Cincinnati, OH
and bottom cushions. Having dark sculptural wood front legs in the manner of Adrian Pearsall and Craft
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Upholstered Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Basel, BS
: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Number of Seat: 1
"Styled After": Adrian Pearsall
Period: 1960s
Dimensions
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Van Nuys, CA
, very reminiscent of the lamps made by Adrian Pearsall.
This lamp is hard to comment on due to its
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
midcentury appeal. The wide seating and low arm rests ensure maximum comfort without sacrificing style in any
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lounge Chairs In the Style of Adrian Pearsall, Walnut and Wool Fabric
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of lounge chairs designed in the style of America designer Adrian Pearsall.
The structure of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
H 34.26 in W 25.2 in D 37.41 in
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut End Table Style of Adrian Pearsall C1970
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Unusual design with walnut curves and boomerang styling. Walnut loops connected by brass fitters
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
H 20 in W 24.75 in D 24.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This versatile lounge chair functions as a swivel chair or a rocking chair ensuring optimal comfort. The colorful and soft upholstery is sure to make an impression in any modern inte...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury High Back Chairs in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Pair of midcentury high-back chairs in the style of Adrian Paersall upholstered in printed linen.
Category
20th Century American Wingback Chairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
comfort. Sleek design with angled back legs adds style and grace to any seating arrangement. Please
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Chair in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and sculpted walnut legs. Quality craftsmanship ensures comfortable seating without sacrificing style
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, 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.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pearsall Style Wave Chaise in Sherpa Boucle
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Reupholstered in navy sherpa boucle from Fishman’s. In the style of Adrian Pearsall.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bouclé
Adrian Pearsall Style Midcentury Armchair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern high back armchair in the style of Adrian Pearsall. Nice walnut legs and shaped
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Midcentury Adrian Pearsall Style Circle Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of rolling lounge chairs in the style of Adrian Pearsall make a unique and eye-catching
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Adrian Pearsall 1709-S Style Platform Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Esperance, NY
any tags so couch is being sold in the style of Adrian Pearsall.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern End Tables after Adrian Pearsall
By Gio Ponti, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with floating glass tops.
In the style of: Adrian Pearsall, Gio Ponti
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Prestige Lounge Chair after Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
vintage fabric with shapely seat design. Unique tapered legs in the style of Adrian Pearsall add to the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Midcentury Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Style 3 Cushion Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wilmington, DE
Midcentury Danish modern Adrian Pearsall style 79" 3 cushion sofa
Offered is a gorgeous vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of sculptural lounge chairs in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Prestige Sofa
By Bassett Furniture, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa, in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Bassett
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Midcentury Danish Modern Walnut and Oval Glass Cocktail Table in Art Deco Form
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An unusual form walnut base coffee table in the style of Adrian Pearsall. It features a walnut
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 16.5 in W 58 in D 20 in
Mid Century Gondola Sofa in Textured Chenille
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Mid-Century Modern “gondola” sofa in the style of Adrian Pearsall. Complete with tufted arms and
Category
Mid-20th Century Space Age Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Chenille, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Walnut Glass Kidney Shaped Large Coffee Table Adrian Pearsall Style
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Baltimore, MD
table in the style of Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960's. Rich light walnut wood frames a kidney shaped inlay
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 14.5 in W 64.63 in D 33.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Frame Mirror Very Beautiful Design
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
. In style of Adrian Pearsall. Made in America.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Slat Bench Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern slat bench / coffee table in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Craft
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Bassett Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall style Gondola sofa
Offered is a gorgeous vintage Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Modeline Wood Floor Lamp
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modeline wood floor lamp with tinted glass table top. In the style of Adrian Pearsall.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood
Gondola Sofa by Karl-Erik Ekselius for J.O. Carlsson
By Adrian Pearsall, J.O. Carlsson, Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adrian Pearsall's Gondala sofa, with three wide cushions and cane arms.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
c.1960 kidney shaped, 2 tiered coffee table with sculptural legs & glass insert
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Buffalo, NY
and glass cocktail coffee table in the style of Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960’s. Rich walnut wood frames
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 15 in W 60 in D 24 in
1970s Table Lamp Sculptural Art Carved Wood Brass Mexico City
By Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chula Vista, CA
style of Adrian Pearsall for Modeline Lamp Co.
Unmarked
28.5 h to socket x 37.25 to finial x 7 diameter
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern High Back Swivel Lounge Chair by Rowe
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the style of Adrian Pearsall Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Angel Pazmino Leather and Wood Rocking Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
seat. Fully signed.
In the style of Adrian Pearsall.
Can use some oil to just freshen up the wood.
Category
Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Daybed / Sofa on Pencil Legs
Located in Wilmington, DE
style of Adrian Pearsall. The sofa has three removable cushions and is on Walnut legs. This piece is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Daybed / Sofa on Pencil Legs
Located in Wilmington, DE
the style of Adrian Pearsall. The sofa has three removable cushions and is on Pencil legs. It is in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Style Midcentury Walnut Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style midcentury walnut sofa
This sofa measures: 122 wide x 32 deep x 28 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Style Low End Tables C1967
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Port Jervis, NY
vintage condition with minimal wear. These came from an estate that had other Adrian Pearsall furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Paint, Oak
Vintage Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
striped fabric. Sled style legs add to the Mid-Century Modern appeal of this Adrian Pearsall style chair
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Style Midcentury Walnut Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style midcentury walnut gondola sofa
This sofa measures: 101 wide x 33 deep x 27
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century gondola sofa
This sofa measures: 88 wide x 33 deep x 26.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Upholstery Lounge Chairs in Adrian Pearsall Style
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of bold red lounge chairs are done in the styling of famed designer Adrian Pearsall
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
comfortable and sleek pair of his/hers Adrian Pearsall style arm chairs make the perfect addition to any
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Compass Dining Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Compass Dining Table
This dining table measures: 72 wide x 42
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully sculpted walnut base with glass top table in the style of master designer Adrian
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut, Glass
Adrian Pearsall Style Midcentury Gold Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall style midcentury gold swivel lounge chair
This chair measures: 31 wide x 33 deep
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century walnut Gondola sofa
This sofa measures: 93 wide x 34 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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Style Of Adrian Pearsall For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic style of adrian pearsall available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and walnut, every style of adrian pearsall was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a style of adrian pearsall — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A style of adrian pearsall made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made style of adrian pearsall over the years, but those crafted by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates and Bassett Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Style Of Adrian Pearsall?
Prices for a style of adrian pearsall can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $18,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Style Of Adrian Pearsall
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Adrian Pearsall, say "A-dree-an PEER-sall." Pearsall was an American architect and furniture designer. He was born on September 18, 1925, in Trumansburg, New York, and he died on September 6, 2011, in Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania. You'll find a collection of Adrian Pearsall furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022One way to identify an Adrian Pearsall is to consider the materials used. A genuine Adrian Pearsall will feature real wood, glass and metal, while imitations often use cheaper materials like composites and plastics. Pearsall didn't sign his work, so items that show his signature are unlikely to be authentic. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Adrian Pearsall furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Most Adrian Pearsall furniture was handmade. Although wood composites and plastics gained popularity during the period, Pearsall preferred to build his pieces from genuine wood, glass and metal. Walnut wood was one of his most commonly used materials. Shop a range of Adrian Pearsall furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Adrian Pearsall did not usually sign his work. One way to identify his work is to examine the materials. Pearsall only used genuine wood, glass and metal. Pieces that feature wood composites or plastics aren't genuine. His pieces reflect characteristics of the atomic style, often flaunting smooth lines, graceful curves and asymmetrical details. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Adrian Pearsall furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Adrian Pearsall did work for Bassett, designing tables and seating. He also manufactured his own designs through his company Craft Associates. He founded his workshop in 1952 in Pennsylvania. The company exists today but no longer has an affiliation with Pearsall. Find a selection of Adrian Pearsall on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To authenticate an Adrian Pearsall sofa, focus on the frame. A genuine Pearsall piece will have a solid wood frame because the designer never used wood composites. Original upholstery tends to show off bright, solid colors. However, many authentic Adrian Pearsall sofas come reupholstered. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted Adrian Pearsall sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To begin to authenticate an Adrian Pearsall table, closely examine the materials. Authentic pieces will contain no plastics or composite woods, as Pearsall only worked with genuine wood, metal and glass. Also, you won't find a signature or mark on a real Adrian Pearsall table. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Adrian Pearsall tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, Adrian Pearsall designed lamps. Most of his lighting designs were floor lamps produced by the manufacturer Modeline during the 1960s. Many have not survived the years.
Pearsall is a revered mid-century modern designer. He gave his imagination free rein, and his flamboyant, eye-catching styles are icons of what has become known as “Atomic Age” design.
Find vintage mid-century modern lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Like other designers working in the atomic style, Adrian Pearsall typically used fabric upholstery. Generally, the upholstery was a bright color, and solids were more common than patterns. Often, Adrian Pearsall sofas and chairs being sold today do not feature original upholstery because the fabric tends to wear out before the frame. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall furniture on 1stDibs.
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Low Loungers
Glass Top Walnut End Table Pair
Nakashima Style Dining Table
Tufted Leather Chaise Lounge
Platner Chrome Chair
Vintage Wood Platform Bed
Gio Ponti Chaise
Prestige Lounge
1950s Walnut And Brown Leather Lounge Chairs