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.
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Item Ships From: California
Creator: Adrian Pearsall
Adrian Pearsall 893-TGO Sculptural Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Adrian Pearsall "Jax" Sculpted Walnut Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 2466-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall, Mid Century Walnut Upholstered chair for Craft Associates.
Designed and used at the height of th Mid Century, 1960:s the chair not only makes a definitive statement...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Vintage Walnut "Wave" Rocking Chaise Lounge by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This vintage chaise lounge is a stunning piece of furniture designed by Adrian Pearsall in the 1960s and manufactured by Craft Associates. This chaise has been refinished and reuphol...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Large Oversize Round Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chairs in Painted Velvet Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A fabulous pair of Adrian Pearsall large oversized round swivel chairs redone in a beautiful printed cotton velvet fabric by Romo called Murano Anise. It s a cotton/viscose blend. Th...
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1960s American Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Jacks Jax Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice iconic coffee table by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. The top has a biomorphic kidney shaped piece of glass. The glass is in good condition with a few minor surface scr...
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20th Century American Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Travertine Side Tables for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An incredible gondola form sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Fame has been professionally refinished. Sofa has been restored with new webbing, foam and upholster...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
1960s Midcentury Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut coffee table designed and manufactured by Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960s. This stunning coffee table features a black laminated top with a black vinyl base. the coffe...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid Century Velvet Gondola Sofa By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, c1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Mid-Century Modern design with this stunning vintage Gondola Sofa designed by the iconic Adrian Pears...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Walnut
Vintage Walnut "Gondola" Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage walnut “Gondola” sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in United States, circa 1960s. This modernist sofa, also known as model-2000, is composed of ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Walnut Base Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All original magnificent mid-century Adrian Pearsall swivel lounge chair with in blue velvet. The chairs features a swivel rocker ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist High Back Side Chair, Late 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Francisco, CA
A striking late 1960s high back armless side chair with Brutalist base and faux-leather upholstery by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.
Brutalist X-shaped base features a met...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Resin, Wood, Paint
1960s Adrian Pearsall Coconut Lounge Chair On Walnut Base Original Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Monrovia, CA
Original 1960s Adrian Pearsall Coconut Wedge Chair On A Walnut Base With Its Original 1960s Upholstery. The Upholstery Is In Excellent Vintage Condition.
This Unique Coconut Shape S...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Walnut Model 1135-T Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage walnut model 1135-T dining table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, Inc. in the United States, circa 1960s. This table has been built from the highes...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
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
Adrian Pearsall Armless Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Napa, CA
This well taken care of armless sofa by American furniture designer, Adrian Pearsall will surely make your space that much more unique!
This armless sof...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall, circa 1970s Caged Lounge Chair Bouclé
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in San Diego, CA
Great Craft and Associates caged lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall. Chair is early 1970s. This chair has custom bouclé and Custom off white powder coated frame. One of a kind ...
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20th Century American Post-Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Bouclé
Vintage Walnut "Boomerang" Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage walnut “Boomerang” sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the United States, circa 1960s. This sofa has a structurally detailed design where the polygonal...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Brass
Adrian Pearsall Sculpted Walnut "Jax" Side Table for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Side table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates and manufactured in United States circa 1960’s. The beautiful new glass top show a beautiful view of the frame of the tabl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing patched burlwood platform base sofa. The base has been refinished and the sofa has been reupholstered. No damages or stains on anything.
Very comfortable and cool looking wi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Wood
Monumental Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Wall Mounted Disc Dry Bar, 1970's
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this increasingly rare, mid century modern, brutalist disc bar by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. This brutalist wall mounted disc cabinet is definitely a conversation piece-- stretching a whopping 48" in diameter, this disc dar opens to reveal a mirrored back as well as 2 shelf inserts.
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and this entire brutalist line of furniture appears to have (pretty obviously) been inspired by American craft movement designer Paul Evans, who designed nearly identical pieces which were available through Directional Furniture to the trade in the 1960's and 1970's.
While this piece doesn't have the pedigree of an original Paul Evans piece, what is does have is an abundance of over-the-top maximalist style with a much more palatable price tag.
Without being mounted to the wall, this piece was a little tougher than an average piece to photograph, but for scale purposes we photographed it resting on the floor alongside a Fabricius and Kastholm grasshopper...
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1970s Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Wood
Vintage Adrian Pearsall Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern
1960's
Coffee Table Designed by Adrian Pearsall
Inspired by Paul Evans' sculpted bronze series
Wood base with black laminate top & Bronze Resin around ...
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Resin, Wood
Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Francisco, CA
An iron-framed gondola sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Fully restored. The frame is newly powder coated in black. ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Iron
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
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall 2408 Platform Sofa Fully Restored
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Marcos, CA
This is a beautiful and authentic Adrian Pearsall 2408 sofa circa 1960’s. It has been fully restored with all new foam, straps and fabric. All the walnut...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Model-2026 "Cloud" Chaise Lounge for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian pearsall model-2026 "Cloud" chaise lounge for Craft Associates.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringin...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Foam, Walnut
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
Materials
Resin
Adrian Pearsall Floating Back Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful long, low, and deep, brown leather floating back sofa by Adrian Pearsall. This sofa has been newly reupholstered in high quality soft brow...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Midcentury Adrian Pearsall for Craft Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large Mid-Century Modern gondola sofa attributed to Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Features an angular case with distinctive canted arms at each end, and a low sleek profile. ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Rare Vintage Model 2010-S Walnut Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rare vintage "Cloud" sofa designed by architect and furniture designer Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the United States. This stunning sofa, also known as model 2010-S, feat...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sectional Sofa with Slate Ends
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A striking Adrian Pearsall designed sectional sofa with walnut trim and slate end pieces. We’ve been fortunate to have come across a few of these over the years and always appreciate...
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1960s American Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Circa 1960s Adrian Pearsall Rocking Wave Chaise Lounge #2
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oakland, CA
The Adrian Pearsall 1960s design rocking "Wave" chaise lounge in a textural wheat colored fabric. A sculptural design with scale in size, the rocking base is constructed of solid ma...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Adrian Pearsall Rocking Wave Chaise Lounge #1
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oakland, CA
The Adrian Pearsall rocking "Wave" chaise lounge in a textural wheat colored fabric. A sculptural design with scale in size, the rocking base is constructed of solid mahogany with an...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Adrian Pearsall "Boomerang" Walnut & Boucle Tweed Sofa for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall "Boomerang" walnut & boucle tweed saofa for Craft Associates.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century 2466-C Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this stunning example of Mid Century Modern design - an authentic Model 2466-C Lounge Chair, conceived by the celebrated designer Adrian Pearsall. Known for hi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A vintage side table designed by Adrian Pearsall. Walnut base, triangular glass top. Good vintage condition, some minor marks to the glass to...
Category
1960s American Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Leather & Tweed Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall Leather & Tweed Lounge Chair for Craft Associates.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Cloud Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of iconic cloud lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates and ready for restoration with COM. A matching cloud sofa is also available for purchase separat...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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. A pair of matching Cloud lounge chairs are also available for purchase separ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Pair of Solid Walnut and Glass Jacks End Tables by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern pair of side tables designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s. The supporting base is made of sculptural solid walnut with a curved triangular ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Adrian Pearsall Leather & Tweed Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
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
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut and Glass Jacks Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage 'Jacks' coffee table model no. 1465-T designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Features a sculptural solid walnut supporting base and includes the original biomorphi...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
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, 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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