Adrian Pearsall Furniture
American, 1925-2011
Adrian Pearsall designed some of the most exuberant and expressive American 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 also had a gift for tables, 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, Adrian Pearsall had flair, and his work adds an attention-getting, sculptural exclamation point to any décor.
Color: Black
Creator: Adrian Pearsall
Original Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Gondola Sofa Upholstered in Italian Leather
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Saint Louis, US
This lengthy low sitting Gondola sofa is a treasure in any space. The temptation to sprawl oneself about the length of the sofa is all to strong as it offers a very unique style and ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Leather
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa Couch Chrome Walnut Wood Lane Tagged
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Great vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates by Lane (Tag is present and pictured) The fabric is as found in good vintage condition. Chrome and walnu...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Chrome
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Étagère
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A Brutalist étagère in formed resin by Adrian Pearsall. It features smoked glass shelves. Measures: Approximate 76 inches tall, 37 1/2 inches wide an...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Resin
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Side Table w/ Black Top & Cast Resin Decorative Relief
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist side table with black laminate top and cast resin decorative relief frame. In original condition with visible w...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Laminate
Paul Evans Style Brutalist Étagère by Adrian Pearsall w/ Decorative Resin Relief
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Brutalist Étagère by Adrian Pearsall with new smoked glass shelves and detailed resin frame. In original condition, with visible wear, includi...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Smoked Glass, Resin
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...
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1970s American Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Bentwood, Upholstery
Gorgeous Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Dining Table Desk the Style of Paul Evans
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding Adrian Pearsall sculptural Brutalist dining table. Gorgeous in person, this piece is also well crafted with sculpted resi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Epoxy Resin
Stunning Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Style Faux Fireplace, Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fireplace by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, USA, 1970s. The triangular base with triangular hood all with textured bronze finish, circa 1970s. Measures: 87" high, 65" wide, 24...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Wood, Epoxy Resin
Mid-Century Modern Black Adrian Pearsall for Craft Armchair Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A stunning, rare and super comfortable Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates armchair in original black vinyl. Signed.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Faux Leather
Two-Toned High-Back Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chair in Velvet, 1960s, USA
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous two-toned blue velvet Adrian Pearsall high-back swivel chairs in blue velvet. USA, 1960s
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Unusual and Rare Pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Etageres
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual and rare pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist etageres. Very hard to find one but to have a pair-oh my. Please see our huge selection of other p...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Resin
Rare Adrian Pearsall Armchair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
A Rare Adrian Pearsall armchair.
Some wear to the original finish. I will apply some basic scratch remover to clean up. Upholstery is original and will most likely require reupho...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Wood
Velvet Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, 1970s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs in the 1970s. This piece has two cushions in original soft brushed brown velvet. Super comfortable. USA, 1970s...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Velvet
Adrian Pearsall Teak and Glass End Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Danish Teak and glass End Table. Hand rubbed finish. Superior grain.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
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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.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Glass, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa, Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning gondola form sofa from Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates. Newly upholstered in an ivory velvet with restored walnut base. A striking form and sculptural silhouette to th...
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Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall For Craft Associates Sectional Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid-century modern sectional sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall and made by Craft Associates. Two 6ft sections that can be positioned end to end for a long sofa or used as two separ...
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1950s American Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall 'Jacks' Glass Top End Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is an authentic pair of vintage Adrian Pearsall 'Jacks' end tables with sculpted wooden bases and thick glass tops. In good condition for their age showing some age wear incl...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 2000-S Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE
Original Adrian Pearsall gondola sofa by Craft Associates model 2000-S with walnut trim and tapered conical legs.
Ready for you to reupholster.
It is 29" high. The ar...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Ivory Bouclé Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman Attributed to Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.
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...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 27 in W 30.5 in D 34 in
Expertly Restored Adrian Pearsall Armless Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Medina, OH
The epitome of mid-century modern design is the Armless Gondola designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the 1960s. This specific unit has been expertly restored by Cople...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Cotton, Foam, Walnut
H 27.5 in W 30 in D 100 in
Restored Gold Brutalist Credenza by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Paul Evans, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Chattanooga, TN
You won't find a nicer version of this Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Credenza anywhere. The FMV restoration team covets this unique line and labors with love by techniques perfected ove...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Wood
H 27.25 in W 68.5 in D 17.75 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
This sofa measures: 102 wide x 33 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 20.5 inche...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chairs in Ivory Bouclé c. 1970s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1970 freshly and professionally reupholstered in luxurious Ivory Bouclé. Furniture that's art. Arms gently slop...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Gondola sofa.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Previously Available Items
Velvet Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, 1970s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs in the 1970s. This piece has two cushions in original soft brushed brown velvet. Super comfortable. USA, 1970s...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Velvet
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Metal & Glass Dining Table
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist metal dining table with rectangular glass top by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.
USA, circa 1970.
Unsigned.
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1960s Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Metal
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Drum Table
By Comfort Design Furniture, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Architect-turned-furniture-designer Adrian Pearsall sculpted brutalist drum table with a black laminate top and cast resin decorative relief frame...
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1970s North American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Resin, Laminate
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa w/ Slate End Tables, New Grey / Black Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Asheville, NC
Mid-Century Modern platform sofa with slate end tables designed by Adrian Pearsall. New charcoal/light grey tweed upholstery. The inferior pressboard base has been replaced with a ne...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Slate
H 30 in W 118.75 in D 33.5 in
Pair Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Midcentury Style Drum Tables, After Paul Evans
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, Paul Evans
Located in Decatur, GA
Brutalist style cylinder drum tables by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1970s. Organic sculpted resin in warm tones of amber and bronze...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Laminate
Purple Mohair Pearsall for Craft Associates Highback Lounge Armchair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A stunning Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates highback lounge armchair reupholstered in stunning purple mohair fabric. In excellent condition. Dimensio...
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20th Century Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Mohair
Pair Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Midcentury Style Drum Tables, After Paul Evans
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, Paul Evans
Located in Decatur, GA
Brutalist style cylinder drum tables by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1970s. Oversized and stout with organic sculpted resin and dura...
Category
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Laminate
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Sculpted Resin Tub Chairs
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Southampton, NJ
Rare pair of Brutalist style club chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates having fresh midnight blue super soft, yet thick and strong upholstery. Both chairs are in f...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
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Cotton, Resin, Polyester
Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Office Chair with Stool by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern walnut accented leather office chair with stool by Adrian Pearsall. Fully restored by the artisans at Carrocel in a luxurious black leather with polished walnut ac...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Metal
H 48.75 in W 30.25 in D 28.75 in
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist coffee table with black laminate top with cast resin decorative relief frame. In original condition with visi...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Laminate
Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Lounge for Craft Associates, circa 1960
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Adrian Pearsall "Wave" chaise lounge for Craft Associates, circa 1960.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Iron
Adrian Pearsall Black Slate and Walnut Side Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury black slate top on a walnut base side table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Slate
Adrian Pearsall furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Adrian Pearsall furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Adrian Pearsall furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Adrian Pearsall were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Florence Knoll, Harvey Probber, and Craft Associates. Prices for Adrian Pearsall furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $499 and can go as high as $34,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,862.
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Questions About Adrian Pearsall Furniture
- 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, 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, 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, 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, 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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