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Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Gladstone, NJ

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Walnut

Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Walnut

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Adrian Pearsall, 'Cloud' sofa, walnut, fabric, United States, 1950s Adrian Pearsall's "Cloud" sofa, crafted in the 1950s in the United States, is a stunning example of mid-century m...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1970s Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, Faux Snow Leopard, Walnut Base
1970s Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, Faux Snow Leopard, Walnut Base

1970s Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, Faux Snow Leopard, Walnut Base

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Chattanooga, TN

The Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, reimagined as an expansive sectional, embodies ultimate comfort and sculptural boldness.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Illustrative Fabric
Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Illustrative Fabric

Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Illustrative Fabric

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associations, cloud sofa, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s The Cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall features a long, asymmetrical seat defined by sinuous, sc...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Chicago, IL

An iconic long-frame sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall, featuring his signature gently arcing silhouette and tapered walnut legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Excellent Original Condition, ca. 1960’s
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Excellent Original Condition, ca. 1960’s

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Excellent Original Condition, ca. 1960’s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional example of the work of Adrian Pearsall, this sofa is in excellent original condition showing only light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid Century Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Walnut for Craft Associates 1960s
Mid Century Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Walnut for Craft Associates 1960s

Mid Century Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Walnut for Craft Associates 1960s

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Troy, MI

Cloud sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA circa 1960s Special order model 3600 with left side chaise configuration Flowing silhouette with curved backrest and ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall mid century cloud sofa Sofa measures: 124 wide x 72 deep x 31.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

MCM Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shape Cloud Sofa Newly Reupholstered
MCM Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shape Cloud Sofa Newly Reupholstered

MCM Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shape Cloud Sofa Newly Reupholstered

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shape Cloud Sofa Newly Reupholstered in “Silver Mist” Patterned Italian Mohair A stunning example of iconic Mid-Century Modern design, this...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Mid-Century Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Mid-Century Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

Mid-Century Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century Cloud sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century
Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century

Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Model 3600-8 Craft Associates "Cloud" sofa, circa 1970, designed by Adrian Pearsall.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern "Cloud" Walnut Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Mid-Century Modern "Cloud" Walnut Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

Mid-Century Modern "Cloud" Walnut Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Elevate your living space with this extraordinary vintage Cloud sofa, an iconic creation by celebrated architect and designer Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Westport, CT

Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Maple

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa This sofa measures: 123 wide x 70 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat height of 13.5 and arm height of 21 inches Great...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Fraser, MI

Serpentine Cloud Two Piece Sectional Sofa. Designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.

Category

Vintage 1970s Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, America, circa 1960
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, America, circa 1960

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, America, circa 1960

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Culver City, CA

Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa, America, circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

condition This Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa is in excellent restored condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa Craft Associates style Milo Baughman Dunbar
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa Craft Associates style Milo Baughman Dunbar

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa Craft Associates style Milo Baughman Dunbar

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Chicago, IL

Exceptional Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates. This is in original fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Specifications: Walnut, high grade foam, velvet. Condition: This Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa for Craft Associates is completely restored to its original integrity.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very stylized Cloud shaped sofa with sculptural layered look in a very retro kidney shape with great back rolls manufactured by the Comfort Designs Furniture company founded in the...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in New Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in New Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in New Upholstery

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H 30.75 in W 123.5 in D 71.5 in

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in New Upholstery

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Dallas, TX

Fully restored and stunning cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall. In two pieces. New upholstery in a beautiful fabric by Ligne Roset.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa after Milo Baughman
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa after Milo Baughman

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa after Milo Baughman

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Southampton, NJ

Biomorphic curved Postmodern sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall. Very comfortable and attractive design. Original upholstery has a large stain on one side of the cushion. Reupholstery...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs, 1970
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs, 1970

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs, 1970

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chicago, IL

Adrian Pearsall cloud sectional/sofa for Comfort Designs, 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Bouclé, Model 2834-S, C. 1950s
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Bouclé, Model 2834-S, C. 1950s

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Bouclé, Model 2834-S, C. 1950s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Westport, CT

Cloud floating sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Hartford, CT

Newly upholstered this week in a luxurious slate gray cotton blend fabric, this Pearsall seven foot sofa has the lines, scale and comfort that make it so coveted. It is one of two id...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray

Located in West Hartford, CT

Newly upholstered in a luxurious slate gray cotton blend fabric, this Pearsall seven-foot sofa has the curved silhouette, scale and comfort that make it so coveted.  

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs Newly Upholstered in Slate Gray

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Hartford, CT

Newly upholstered this week in a luxurious slate gray cotton blend fabric, this Pearsall seven-foot sofa has the lines, scale and comfort that make it so coveted.     

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs
Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs

Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa for Comfort Designs

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa for Comfort Designs. Stacked kidney shape.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sectional Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sectional Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sectional Sofa

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H 30.5 in W 132 in D 35 in

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sectional Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Fulton, CA

Impressive 2 piece sectional "Cloud" sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall. Lower cushions are reversible.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Adrian Pearsall Large L-Shape "Cloud" Sofa, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall Large L-Shape "Cloud" Sofa, 1960s

Adrian Pearsall Large L-Shape "Cloud" Sofa, 1960s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Coronado, CA

Adrian Pearsall 'Model 3600-8' "Cloud" for Craft Associates, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair or Single Vintage Adrian Pearsall Kidney Cloud Curved Sofas
Pair or Single Vintage Adrian Pearsall Kidney Cloud Curved Sofas

Pair or Single Vintage Adrian Pearsall Kidney Cloud Curved Sofas

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage 1980s Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs curved, Kidney shaped, cloud sofas.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1950s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa
1950s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

1950s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Raleigh, NC

Quite possibly our favorite couch designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Walnut

Sculptural curved cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, USA 1980s.
Sculptural curved cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, USA 1980s.

Sculptural curved cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, USA 1980s.

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Hastings, GB

Stunning sculptural curved cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, USA 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Cloud Kidney Shaped Sofas
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Cloud Kidney Shaped Sofas

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Cloud Kidney Shaped Sofas

By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Wonderful pair of kidney shaped sofas designed by Adrian Pearsall and made by Comfort Designs. These sofas have a beautiful curvaceous and sculptural design and the original two-tone...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Cloud Kidney Shaped Sofa, One Available
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Cloud Kidney Shaped Sofa, One Available

Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Cloud Kidney Shaped Sofa, One Available

By Comfort Designs, Inc., Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Wonderful pair of kidney shaped sofas designed by Adrian Pearsall and made by Comfort Designs. These sofas have a beautiful curvaceous and sculptural design and the original two-tone...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Adrian Pearsall Cloud 12 Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Cloud 12 Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Cloud 12 Sofa

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H 25.5 in W 144 in D 29 in

Adrian Pearsall Cloud 12 Sofa

Located in Dallas, TX

Long and Low ultra sleek Adrian Pearsall designed Platform sofa manufactured by Thayer Coggin. The sofa was designed in a way that gives the illusion that it is resting on one long s...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Matching Pearsall Comfort Design Cloud Sofas New Upholstered in Slate Gray, Pair
Matching Pearsall Comfort Design Cloud Sofas New Upholstered in Slate Gray, Pair

Matching Pearsall Comfort Design Cloud Sofas New Upholstered in Slate Gray, Pair

By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.

Located in West Hartford, CT

Newly upholstered in a luxurious slate gray cotton blend fabric, this set of two matching Adrian Pearsall Cloud seven foot sofas have the lines, scale and comfort that make them so c...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Matching Pearsall Comfort Design Cloud Sofas New Upholstered in Slate Gray, Pair
Matching Pearsall Comfort Design Cloud Sofas New Upholstered in Slate Gray, Pair

Matching Pearsall Comfort Design Cloud Sofas New Upholstered in Slate Gray, Pair

By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.

Located in West Hartford, CT

Newly upholstered in a luxurious slate gray cotton blend fabric, this set of two matching Adrian Pearsall Cloud seven foot sofas have the lines, scale and comfort that make them so c...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

"Cloud" 2026CL Chaise Lounge Sofa, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1960s
"Cloud" 2026CL Chaise Lounge Sofa, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1960s

"Cloud" 2026CL Chaise Lounge Sofa, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1960s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare Model 2026CL chaise lounge sofa designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic "Cloud" sofa is the epitome of functional art.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bouclé

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in San Francisco, CA

An iconic Cloud sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates and ready for restoration with COM.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Iconic Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud" Sofa, c 1950s
Iconic Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud" Sofa, c 1950s

Iconic Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud" Sofa, c 1950s

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Westport, CT

Iconic low-profile "Cloud" sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Dallas, TX

An impressive and very comfortable low profile "Cloud Sofa" designed by the iconic American architect and furniture designer Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in fabric and walnut, United States, 1960’s
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in fabric and walnut, United States, 1960’s

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in fabric and walnut, United States, 1960’s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associations, cloud sofa, fabric and wood, United States, 1960s The cloud sofa features a long, asymmetrical seat with sinuous lines by Adrian Pearsall.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

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H 26.5 in W 129 in D 40 in

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates cloud sofa circa mid 1960's.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sectional Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sectional Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sectional Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sectional Sofa This sectional sofa measures: 128 wide x 71 deep x 23 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 19 inches All pieces ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Postmodern Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa For Upholstery
Vintage Postmodern Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa For Upholstery

Vintage Postmodern Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa For Upholstery

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Postmodern Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa for Upholstery The Vintage Postmodern Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Cloud Sofa is a striking piece that embodies mid-cent...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Westport, CT

An impressive and very comfortable low profile sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. Walnut legs fully restored. Newly upholstered in stripped velvet.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century
Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century

Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Model 3600-8 Craft Associates "Cloud" sofa, circa 1970, designed by Adrian Pearsall.

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid-century cloud sofa.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2-Piece Sectional Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2-Piece Sectional Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2-Piece Sectional Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Southampton, NJ

A vintage two piece L-shaped cloud sectional by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Elegant curves flow along the back. New cotton velvet upholstery in Atlantic Blue. Condition: ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Taupe Mohair
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Taupe Mohair

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Taupe Mohair

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H 25 in W 112 in D 35 in

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Taupe Mohair

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Palm Springs, CA

The plush mohair on this sleek refurbished Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa is the color of a Weimaraner.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Upholstery, Wood

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

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H 21.26 in W 129.93 in D 51.2 in

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful 1960s Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa for Craft associates.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Hudson, NY

A beautiful curved 'cloud' sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall and made by Craft Associates.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Mid-Century Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa
Mid-Century Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa

Mid-Century Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa

Located in St. Louis, MO

Very nice mid-century Adrian Pearsall cloud curved sofa. Beautiful white upholstery with teak wood legs.

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Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa

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H 31 in W 124 in D 72 in

Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Hadley, MA

Model 3600-8 craft associates "cloud" sofa, circa 1970, designed by Adrian Pearsall.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Mid-Century Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa
Mid-Century Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa

Mid-Century Danish Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa

Located in St. Louis, MO

Very nice mid-century Adrian Pearsall cloud curved sofa. Beautiful white upholstery with teak wood legs.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet
Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet

Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet

By Malatesta and Mason

Located in New York, NY

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By Otmar, Adrian Pearsall

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Exceptional mid-century modern gondola sofa by celebrated designer Josef Otmar, featuring his signature flowing lines and masterful woodworking. This stunning piece showcases the sc...

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$18,500

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1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman

By Weiman

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a stunning curvaceous sofa, circa 1980s, attributed to the Weiman company (though label no longer present). We offer this gorgeous sofa in the original fabric but could be...

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Mid Century Fully Restored Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa c.1960's

Mid Century Fully Restored Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa c.1960's

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Lutz, FL

Mid Century Modern Gondola Sofa in the Style of Adrian Pearsall c.1960’s. Fully restored top to bottom, all new foam, and upholstered in quality dark teal chenille fabric. Walnut tri...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...

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Adrian Pearsall 'Gondola Sofa' in Brown Fabric for Craft Associates, USA, 1950s
Adrian Pearsall 'Gondola Sofa' in Brown Fabric for Craft Associates, USA, 1950s

Adrian Pearsall 'Gondola Sofa' in Brown Fabric for Craft Associates, USA, 1950s

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Berlin, DE

A long, low sofa with Pearsall’s characteristic open structure, the iconic model 2408 pairs generous upholstered volumes with a sculptural walnut frame. Its partly open back and angl...

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Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall
Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall

Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall

$9,700

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Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

Adrian Pearsall's famous "boomerang" sofa, this mrare model constructed of recently polished walnut, and supporting a freshly upholstered back and seat done in a grey boucle fabric. ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Rare Three Seat Platform Sofa, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, c. 1960s
Rare Three Seat Platform Sofa, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, c. 1960s

Rare Three Seat Platform Sofa, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, c. 1960s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Deland, FL

Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic platform sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this three-seater sofa is ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design

Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design

By Cassina, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Moncloud Sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola. Manufactured by Cassina (Italy) THE FUTURE IN A SOFA A generous, welcoming refuge that celebrates comfort and hospitality. Designed by ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
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Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa This sofa measures: 105 wide x 32.5 deep x 27.75 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 20 inch...

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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern Adrian Pearsall walnut gondola sofa for Craft Associates, USA, 1960s. Model 2404-S exemplifies Adrian Pearsall's ability to merge architectural thinking with sculp...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Walnut

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Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the adrian pearsall cloud sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and walnut, every adrian pearsall cloud sofa was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a adrian pearsall cloud sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each adrian pearsall cloud sofa bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. A well-made adrian pearsall cloud sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates and Comfort Designs, Inc. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa?

A adrian pearsall cloud sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,750, while the lowest priced sells for $1,400 and the highest can go for as much as $29,700.

Adrian Pearsall for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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 celebrated 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.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.

Styles to Know

Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.

How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa

A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.