Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

American, 1925-2011

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.

Creator: Adrian Pearsall

Adrian Pearsall, Sculptural Faux Fireplace in Resin, US, circa 1970

$16,000

Adrian Pearsall, Sculptural Faux Fireplace in Resin, US, circa 1970

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in New York, NY

An imposing piece in resin by the Pennsylvania-based architect and designer Adrian Pearsall. Under the aegis of his prominent company Craft Associates, for which this piece (among ma...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Resin

Glamorous Brass Mantel by Danny Alessandro circa 1970s Fireplace

$2,450

H 41 in W 54 in D 6 in

Glamorous Brass Mantel by Danny Alessandro circa 1970s Fireplace

By Danny Alessandro

Located in Atlanta, GA

Glamorous brass fireplace mantel by Danny Alessandro, American, circa 1970s. It measures 41"H x 54"W.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Fireplace freestanding Aztec White w/black flecks, burn gas or wood, circa 1970s

$3,195

H 120 in W 36 in D 36 in

Fireplace freestanding Aztec White w/black flecks, burn gas or wood, circa 1970s

Located in Madison, WI

Fireplace, freestanding, mid-century, named Aztec. Designed to burn wood or gas, inside your home or out. Original Gloss White porcelain enamel paint with black flecks. Includes blac...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Mastercraft Brass and Metal Freestanding Fireplace, circa 1970s

$3,360Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in W 28 in D 17 in

Mastercraft Brass and Metal Freestanding Fireplace, circa 1970s

By Mastercraft

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A sexy Scandinavian vibe emanates with a warm glow from this vintage Mastercraft faux fireplace, which can conveniently move with you as there is no installation required. Faux logs...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Brass

Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Screen, French, Circa 1970

$1,831Sale Price|20% Off

H 20.08 in W 24.41 in D 12.21 in

Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Screen, French, Circa 1970

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work, circa 1970.

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1970s French Neoclassical Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Steel

Hollywood Regency Fireplace Mantel in Brass, 1970's

$4,226

H 36.11 in W 51.26 in D 9.85 in

Hollywood Regency Fireplace Mantel in Brass, 1970's

By Maison Jansen

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

A Hollywood Regency fireplace mantel crafted in France during the 1970s, embodying the style of Maison Jansen. Natural patina to brass. Will be thoroughly cleaned before shipping. ...

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1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Brass

Vintage 1970’s Custom Made Faux Fireplace, One of a kind

$2,699

H 91.5 in W 49.5 in D 16.5 in

Vintage 1970’s Custom Made Faux Fireplace, One of a kind

By Witco

Located in Lutz, FL

Brutalist Vintage Faux Fireplace, custom made for the original owner in 1972 as a place for him to display taxidermy and hunting trophies. Signed and dated on back by artist. Made by...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Plywood

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1880

$13,619

H 45.28 in W 60.63 in D 17.13 in

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1880

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Louis XV style fireplace in Carrara marble circa 1880 Superb quality of sculpture Dimensions of the hearth: 87.5 x 105.5 cm

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Carrara Marble

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Rance Marble Circa 1900

$5,694

H 42.33 in W 49.02 in D 14.57 in

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Rance Marble Circa 1900

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Rance Marble Dimensions of the hearth: 86 x 82cm

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20th Century French Louis XV Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Faux Edge-Molded Fireplace Mantle

$2,800

H 48.5 in W 56 in D 13 in

Faux Edge-Molded Fireplace Mantle

Located in Asheville, NC

Lovely edge-molding details. Faux Granite top and faux wood veneer surround. The piece to achieve the ambient look and feel of a real fireplace in a city apartment with faux logs or ...

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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Synthetic

1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Faux Stone Electric Fireplace

$1,036

H 56.5 in W 35.25 in D 13.5 in

1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Faux Stone Electric Fireplace

By Preway, Sears, Roebuck & Company

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A charming Mid-Century Modern wall-mounted electric fireplace by Sears Roebuck, complete with its original crackling illuminated logs and functional space heater. Combining nostalgic...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Napoleon III Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1880

$9,627

H 44.49 in W 71.46 in D 13.98 in

Napoleon III Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1880

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Napoleon III fireplace in Carrara marble, hearth dimensions 76 x 112cm, repair following splinters on the bottom center of the lintel.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1940

$6,574

H 48.04 in W 63.78 in D 11.62 in

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1940

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Louis XV Style Fireplace In Carrara Marble Circa 1940 Dimension of the Hearth 93 x 108.5 cm

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Previously Available Items

Adrian Pearsall Fireplace

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H 63 in W 48 in D 19 in

Adrian Pearsall Fireplace

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful decorative element for any mid century house this Adrian Pearsall Fireplace makes quite a statement. It features an electric “log” that plugs in and lights providing a fa...

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Resin, Wood

Mid-Century Brutalist Adrian Pearsall Faux Fireplace

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H 79 in W 69.5 in D 25.5 in

Mid-Century Brutalist Adrian Pearsall Faux Fireplace

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Brutalist faux fireplace by Adrian Pearsall, this fireplace is not a functional burning fireplace, the item is for show. Sure to make a statement in a...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Epoxy Resin

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Adrian Pearsall Faux Fireplace

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H 80 in W 67.5 in D 47 in

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Adrian Pearsall Faux Fireplace

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This gorgeous vintage modern fireplace was designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. A stylish Brutalist design with carved detail on ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Resin

Midcentury Brutalist Faux Fireplace by Adrian Pearsall

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H 101 in W 68 in D 26 in

Midcentury Brutalist Faux Fireplace by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Stunning brutalist faux fireplace by Adrian Pearsall. With a height of just over 8ft. It will make a statement in any room. Comes with faux light up lo...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Epoxy Resin, Bentwood

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Wall Hung Fireplace

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H 87 in W 65 in D 30 in

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Wall Hung Fireplace

By Paul Evans, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Southampton, NJ

A striking Brutalist wall fireplace with separate floor hearth for electric log display. The pyramid back portion hangs on the wall slightly separating it from the hearth with dramat...

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Resin, Wood

Stunning Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Style Faux Fireplace, Mid-Century Modern

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H 87 in W 65 in D 30 in

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 Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Epoxy Resin

Adrian Pearsall Fireplace Surround For Craft Associates

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H 85 in W 69.5 in D 24 in

Adrian Pearsall Fireplace Surround For Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brutalist Decorative Fireplace Surround designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. One triangular base with one triangular hood. B...

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1960s American Vintage Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Resin

Adrian Pearsall building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Adrian Pearsall building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original building and garden elements by Adrian Pearsall were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider building and garden elements by Richard Schultz, Curtis Jeré, and Arthur Umanoff. Prices for Adrian Pearsall building and garden elements can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,240 and can go as high as $4,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,370.

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Questions About Adrian Pearsall Building and Garden Elements

How do I identify Adrian Pearsall?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
One 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.
How do I pronounce Adrian Pearsall?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To 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.
Did Adrian Pearsall design lamps?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
Yes, 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.
How was Adrian Pearsall furniture made?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Most 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.
How can I authenticate an Adrian Pearsall table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To 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.
Did Adrian Pearsall sign his work?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, 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.
Did Adrian Pearsall work for Bassett?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, 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.
How do I authenticate an Adrian Pearsall sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To 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.
What kind of upholstery was used by Adrian Pearsall?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Like 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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