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.
Brutalist Strictly Spanish Swivel Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall c. 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Brutalist swivel lounge chair, designed by Adrian Pearsall as part of the Strictly Spanish series. The chair features a scoop form upholstered seat and exaggerated elongated b...
Upholstery, Wood
Rare Swivel Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Midcentury Walnut Swivel Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates midcentury walnut swivel chair. This chair measures: 25.25 wide x 25.75 deep x 31.5 high, with ...
Metal
1970s Adrian Pearsall Butter Yellow Velvet Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this sculptural lounge chair by Adrian Pearsall circa 1970s. Showcasing Pearsall’s signature soft curves and grounded, architectural presence, this chair...
Velvet, Hardwood
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chairs Velvet & Brass c. 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
Furniture that's art! An ultra-rare set of tub swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960's. Arms gently slope out like a blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cus...
Brass
$2,168Sale Price|41% Off
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
Set of Swivel Tilt Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Craft Associates presents a rare find: a set of restored Adrian Pearsall swivel lounge chairs from the 1950s. Upholstered in luxurious gray boucle by Holly Hunt, these chairs swivel ...
Bouclé
Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Space Age Swivel Lounge Cone Chairs, 2 pieces
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Atlanta, GA
Adrian Pearsall Swivel Cone Chairs, Model 2353-C – Rare 1960 Craft Associates Space Age Icons An exceptionally rare and iconic pair of Mid-Century swivel cone lounge chairs by Adrian...
Metal
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Adrian Pearsall Swiveling Club Chair in Original Flame Stitch Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Swiveling barrel back club chair in a periwinkle blue and rose flame stich upholstery. Low slung and extremely comfortable with wide, loose cushions. Original upholstery is stained a...
Bentwood, Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Post Modern Swivel Chair and Ottoman in Ivory White Bouclé
By Comfort Designs, Inc., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large 1980s Adrian Pearsall Post Modern swivel chair and swivel top ottoman freshly reupholstered in Ivory White Bouclé made b...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Set of 2 Swivel Tub Chairs, Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, USA, c. 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Deland, FL
Adrian Pearsall’s sculptural Swivel Tub Chairs for Craft Associates are rare designs which have stood the test of time and are perfect for the modern or contemporary design project. ...
Fabric, Walnut
$3,650Sale Price|23% Off
'Strictly Spanish' Swivel Chair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large sized 'Strictly Spanish' swivel throne chair by Adrian Pearsall was designed and produced in the 1960s by Craft Associates. This gorgeous example was newly reupholstered i...
Wood, Fabric
Mid-Century Tilt and Swivel Lounge by Adrian Pearsall - Single
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Single swivel and tilt lounge designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. A rounded back design reminiscent of several of Baughman’s designs. In contrast, the armrests flair ou...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s fully restored in Kvadrat Tonus fabric, signed. It is in excellent condition with the exception of age appropriate wear on the metal base
Metal
$10,800 / set
H 27 in W 30.5 in D 34 in
Ivory Bouclé Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman Attributed to Adrian Pearsall
By Comfort Designs, Inc., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A high sculptural look that's modern with curvy plush all over cushioning is what you'll get with this ménage à trois set of swivel chairs attributed to Adrian Pearsall paired along with a sexy modern custom mushroom shaped ottoman. It all swivels - chairs and ottoman. Reminiscent of Vladimir Kagan and his crescent chair...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Havana Lounge Chair, 1970
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall Havana Lounge Chair, 1970. Original upholstery excellent condition. Measures 37" wide, 36" deep, seat height 12", s...
Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Havana Lounge Chair & Ottoman for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
The Havana set, designed by Adrian Pearsall, consists of a chair and matching ottoman, displaying a cohesive design characterized by rounded, organic forms. The chair features a barr...
Upholstery, Walnut
$3,250
H 29 in W 27.5 in D 36 in
Expertly Restored -Adrian Pearsall Model 843-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Walnut Wood, New Boucle Tweed, New High-Density Foam, New Pirelli Webbing ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
$2,319Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 31 in D 30 in
1970's Mid-Century Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Selig, H.W. Klein, Ib Madsen
Located in Burbank, CA
Mid-century Modern lounge chairs for sale. They have been completely restored, and look incredible once again. They have a star atomic base that has been professionally sandblasted a...
Metal
$1,360
H 43.31 in W 33.47 in D 30.32 in
Reupholstered Swivel Lounge Chair from Up Zavody, Czechia, 1970s
Located in Żory, PL
This wing swivel lounge chair was produced by UP Zavody Rousinov in the 1970s in former Czechoslovakia. The armchair has been restored, has new foams and is upholstered in high-quali...
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Barrel Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature sleek black vinyl upholstery. Unique design with a thick padded cushion and angled arm rests ensures optimal comfort. These...
Faux Leather
1970s Directional Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Velvet
By Directional
Located in New York, NY
1970s Directional pair of ivory velvet swivel lounge chairs with slightly curved backs and seats which tilt back and forth and swivel on upholstered round base. These chic swivel lou...
Velvet, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Wave Lounge Chair Circa 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful and very comfortable mid century modern wave chair designed by Adrian Pearsall. Very sexy sculptural form with tapered walnut legs. Wide enough for two. The fabric is a bl...
Fabric, Walnut
$12,800 / set
H 28.5 in W 48 in D 42 in
Adrian Pearsall Post Modern Swivel Chair and Ottoman in Ivory White Bouclé
By Comfort Designs, Inc., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large 1980s Adrian Pearsall Post Modern swivel chair and swivel top ottoman freshly reupholstered in Ivory White Bouclé made b...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Set of Corkscrew Swivel Lounge Chairs in Mohair. C. 1970s
Located in Westport, CT
Rare pair of Corkscrew Swivel Lounge Chairs, circa 1970-1979. These chairs feature a unique corkscrew design with a swivel return system on polished steel tulip supports. They have b...
Mohair
Set of Swivel Tilt Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Craft Associates presents a rare find: a set of restored Adrian Pearsall swivel lounge chairs from the 1950s. Upholstered in luxurious gray boucle by Holly Hunt, these chairs swivel ...
Bouclé
Sold
H 29.5 in W 43 in D 22 in
Pair of Vintage 1960s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Barrel Swivel Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A beautiful pair of 1960s barrel swivel chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. These sculptural lounge chairs feature Pearsall’s signature modernist curves, upholst...
Fabric
Sold
H 26 in Dm 29 in
Pair Adrian Pearsall Barrel Form Swivel Chairs New Blue Silk Blend & Tulip Bases
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sapce-age chairs is one of Adrian Pearsall's most iconic and rare designs, and these are great examples. These chairs are elegant and striking with their circular design...
Aluminum
Sold
H 44 in W 30 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall ‘Strictly Spanish’ Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall ‘Strictly Spanish’ Swivel Lounge Chair. Featuring a high back design, curved ...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Swivel Lounge
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century swivel lounge designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. This lounge is dynamic from every angle. Rounded seat with rounded armrests that comfortably slope. High b...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Sold
H 48.5 in W 28 in D 31 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates #2174-C Black Swivel Chair with Ottoman
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Hartford, CT
Coveted Pearsall swivel chair with high back and matching ottoman that measures 22x19x9 tall. The fabric s a solid wool tweed in the color black. It is Craft Associates model # 2174...
Metal
Sold
H 30 in W 30 in D 30 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Swivel Chairs in Deep Blue Mohair, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
An exceptionally rare pair of swivel lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. These chairs feature the original swivel/tilt mechanism, which remai...
Mohair, Walnut
Pair of Tulip Swivel Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of tulip base swivel chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft associates. Fully restored and upholstered in a grey wool felt.
Wool
Pair of Tulip Swivel Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of tulip base swivel chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft associates. Fully restored and upholstered in a lilac wool felt.
Wool
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Swivel Chairs A Pair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Hudson, NY
A rare pair of swiveling, reclining chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for craft associates. Made in the 1970's these chairs are of exceptional quality and style. The chair is wide a...
Bronze
Adrian Pearsall Swivel Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Navy Velvet
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
We have restored these magnificent Adrian Pearsall swivel lounge chairs with a Holly Hunt lush velvet. The chairs have a slight ti...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair Adrian Pearsall Barrel Form Swivel Chairs Brown Fur Upholstry Tulip Bases
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of chairs is one of Adrian Pearsall's most iconic and rare designs, and these are great examples. These chairs are elegant and striking with their circular design and low-p...
Aluminum
Pair Monumental Swivel Tub Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
Turn heads with these incredibly rare swivel tub chairs by the esteemed Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. One of the most important and influential designers of the 20th century-...
Velvet, Wood