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.
Gold Goop Brutalist Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, Paul Evans
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This Adrian Pearsall loveseat is a stunning fusion of mid-century modernism and sculptural bravado. Constructed in the 1970s for Craft Associates, its standout feature is a dramatic ...
Resin, Wood, Fabric, Upholstery
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. Handmade in the Un...
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage Boho Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cork Loveseat
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare and exceptional design by the legendary Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, this loveseat is a stunning example of Mid-Century Modern architectural form. Its most striking f...
Chrome
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
Fantastic Pencil Reed Loveseat Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs bent pencil reed loveseat sofa. This piece is spectacular in person and the light blue linen uphol...
Rattan, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cork and Chrome Settee
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century cork and chrome settee The settee measures: 57.5 wide x 35.5 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height of 22 ...
Chrome
$5,500
H 27 in W 102 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the iconic Gondola Sofa, a masterpiece of mid-century modern design by Adrian Pearsall. With its sculptural silhouette, this sofa embodies the sleek, organic aesthetic th...
Fabric, Walnut
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 124 in D 48 in
Unusual Adrian Pearsall Boomerang Walnut Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Adrian Pearsall boomerang sofa with 2 attached tables. Yes, this sofa will need to be reupholstered but who wants 60-year-old fabric anyway? Let your imagination run wild wit...
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 136 in D 32 in
Mid Century Sectional Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates c 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in New York, NY
Architectural two piece sectional sofa, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. The sofa features an angled section, which has a storage cabinet on its end, with a drop down door cover. The other section is straight, making it possible to use the pieces together, as shown, or placed separately if you prefer. This example is in good, vintage estate condition, usable as is, or you can have it reupholstered if you prefer a more finished look. Specific condition report as follows. The knob on the side cabinet door has been replaced using an appropriate mid century knob...
Upholstery
$2,495
H 45.5 in W 27 in D 30.5 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Mid-Century Modern high back lounge chair, club chair, or dining captain chair By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut base, with...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman
By Overman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural looking sofa from the 1970s. It features original upholstery and chrome-plated steel legs.
Steel
$3,095
H 31.5 in W 25.25 in D 25.75 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Midcentury Walnut Swivel Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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
$4,250
H 26 in W 96 in D 32 in
Wonderful Adrian Pearsall Style Tufted Gondola Sofa Walnut Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Adrian Pearsall style tufted gondola shaped sofa with walnut trim and legs. This sofa will need to be re-upholstered but foam is still comfortable and soft. We love the deep...
Upholstery, Walnut
Fully Restored Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Gondola Platform Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern Platform Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1960’s. Iconic, timeless design from renowned designer, Adrian Pearsall. His pieces are highly ...
Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Rocking Chair for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Rocking Chair for Craft Associates
Upholstery, Walnut
1960's Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Long Gondola Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960's Hollywood Regency long gondola couch for sale. It has a floating plinth base, and curved arms. It has a wonderful shape to it, and is very rare. The design is in the m...
Fabric
$8,895
H 32.5 in W 108 in D 33 in
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...
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Stunning Adrian Pearsall 2-piece Sofa / integrated walnut table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Adrian Pearsall 2-piece Sofa with integrated walnut table, Amazing condition,, appears to have been reupholstered (at some point) in a high end wool fabric ,Walnut frames wi...
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 31.5 in W 58 in D 36 in
"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. Audacious in it's scope, ...
Bouclé
Sold
H 28 in W 57 in D 33 in
Platform Loveseat Sofa in Walnut by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic "Platform" loveseat sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this loveseat i...
Fabric, Walnut
Rare Pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Loveseats
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Hudson, NY
A rare pair of loveseats designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Made in the nineteen seventies these chairs are of exceptional quality and style, comfortable for any body ...
Bronze
Sold
H 32 in W 80.5 in D 30 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Sofa Loveseat Adrian Pearsall Style Scandinavian
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Basel, BS
Solid Teak frame Original Danish Mid Century Modern very long Gondola Sofa. This design is pleasing to the eye and versatile in a Mid Century, Post Modern, as well as Modern decor. ...
Teak
Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Settee
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
1970's Sculptural settee by Adrian Pearsall. Elegant settee that has beautifully reupholstered in a luxurious soft Ivory chenille fabric.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Settee's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1970's Settee's by Adrian Pearsall. Sculptural pair of elegant settee's that have been Newly reupholstered in a Luxurious chenille fabric that is very durable.
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 29.5 in W 59.5 in D 27 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates MCM Walnut Plinth Base Red Loveseat
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associatesmid century walnut plinth base red loveseat This loveseat measures: 59.5 wide x 27 deep x 29.5 inches high, with an...
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 12 in W 61 in D 40 in
Stunning Leopard Oval Chaise Lounge by Adrian Pearsall / Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modernist chaise lounge designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associated. Retains original Leopard patterned upholstery, great original condition, original casto...
Upholstery, Wood
Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1960s settee sofa by Adrian Pearsall features a walnut frame floating over a black plinth base with fabric straps, upholstered back and cushions. Ideal for an interior designer ...
Fabric, Wood
Pearsall Loveseat Sofa Bench
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in New York, NY
Chic bench form settee, loveseat, sofa by Pearsall for Craft Associates. This example has a plinth base which supports the platform seat, with upholstered seat and backrest. Currentl...
Upholstery, Walnut
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...
Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Case Loveseat, 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible (and rare) brutalist loveseat by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s, features a brutalist case sofa design with soft luxurious golden colored velvet fabric upholstery and six matching silk fabric loose pillows. This rare collectors piece is for the distinguished collector or for an interior designer with a client demanding the best of the best. Rarity is one factor that sells this piece on its own, but factor in the expensive and gorgeously soft fabric - this incredible piece is a one of a kind that you must get for yourself or your client before someone else does. Sink back into this generously proportioned deep settee...
Fabric, Resin