Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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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Creator: Adrian Pearsall
Recognized Seller Listings
Adrian Pearsall Grand Boomerang Sofa Upholstered in Luxurious Pierre Frey
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, reupholstered in "Louison" Perle by Pierre Frey, walnut, United States, 1960s
This boomerang sofa has a distinctive shape with a clear geometric s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Checkered Upholstery with Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa with side tables, in checkered upholstery and walnut, United States, 1960s
This sofa has a unique shape with sinuous lines which create a monumental and inviti...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Ocher Yellow Striped Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa, American walnut, fabric, United States, 1960s.
This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a solid construction, featuring cl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Green Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. This one is no exception. On a low base of a thic...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sea Blue 'Cloud' Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Cloud' sofa to be reupholstered, walnut and fabric, United States, 1970s
This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a solid const...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall '1709S' Platform Sofa in Walnut and Black Leather
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, model 1709-S, leather upholstery, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The '1...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Leather, Walnut
Floating Back Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wonderfully long, low and deep upholstered sofa having a floating back and an organic sculptural walnut sled base with a floating frontal stretcher. Reupholstery is recommended.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Upholstery, Walnut
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 Sofas
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Iron
Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Walnut and Rose Leatherette
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa, walnut, leatherette, United States, 1960s
Beautiful sofa created by the American designer Adrien Pearsall. The sofa has a uniqu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Faux Leather
Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Illustrative Red Fabric
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associations, cloud sofa, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
The cloud sofa features a long, asymmetrical seat with sinuo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 'Platform Gondola' Sofa in Walnut and Red Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, ‘Platform Gondola’ sofa, fabric, walnut, wood, United States, 1960s
A wonderful sofa that features the combination of two great sofa models by ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
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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 Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall Pit Style Yellow Semi-Circular Sofa 3 Piece Sectional
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Adrian Pearsall semi-circular sectional sofa by Craft & Associates, circa 1970s. Inset base gives a futuristic floating experience and creates an instant conversation pit...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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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 Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
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 Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall 1709-S Style Platform Sofa with Floating Walnut End Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
At well over 9 feet long (112"), this Adrian Pearsall style sofa appears to be soaring like a B-2 bomber with built-in, floating end tables extendin...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Metal
H 31 in W 112 in D 33.88 in
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Excellent Original Condition, ca. 1960’s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional example of the work of Adrian Pearsall, this sofa is in excellent original condition showing only light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age. Rarely seen Cloud so...
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Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid-century modern stunning, beautiful, high-quality long gondola walnut framed sofa model 2640-S, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. In new upholstery fabric and high...
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Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Walnut Frame Stamps Theme Upholstery Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern walnut frame stamps theme blue upholstery gondola sofa.
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H 29 in W 111 in D 30 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century. Meticulously restored to its ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall Grand Boomerang Sofa in Tibetan Wool
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
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Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 'Boomerang' sofa, model '1600-S', Tibetan wool, walnut, United States, 1960s
This boomerang sofa has a unique shape based on angular lines, c...
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Adrian Pearsall Grand 'Boomerang' Sofa
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Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, walnut, fabric, United States, 1960s
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Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in: USA, c. 1960
Material: walnut, upholstery
Size: 105?.75 W × 30 D × 27 H in seat height 17 inches.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall Walnut Sofa, circa 1960
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Culver City, CA
Adrian Pearsall Walnut Sofa, circa 1960
Newly upholstered in a selection of complimentary Maharam Fabrics, on original walnut frame.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Blue Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa model '2167S', fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
This 'boomerang' sofa has a unique shape with sharp and geometrical lines that create an almost monumental ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Round Chaise
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall round chaise, reupholstered with dark blue great plains mohair. Solid walnut tapered legs with brass caps.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Brass
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in fabric and walnut, United States, 1960’s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associations, cloud sofa, fabric and wood, United States, 1960s
The cloud sofa features a long, asymmetrical seat with sinuous lines by Adrian Pearsall....
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
H 21.26 in W 129.93 in D 51.19 in
Adrian Pearsall Grand Boomerang Sofa Upholstered in Luxurious Pierre Frey
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, in Pierre Frey fabric and walnut, United States, 1960s
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H 27.56 in W 122.05 in D 70.87 in
Adrian Pearsall Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Pearsall for Craft Associates four seat sofa with tufted back.
Completely restored and reupholstered with Great Plains cotton velvet.
Oiled walnut sculpted sled bases.
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Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa, America, circa 1960
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Culver City, CA
Adrian Pearsall cloud sofa, America, circa 1960.
Designed by Adrian Pearsall, manufactured by Craft Associates. Elegant design, reupholst...
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Adrian Pearsall Reupholstered Beige Boomerang Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, in beige Dedar fabric and walnut, United States, 1960s
This boomerang sofa has a unique shape with sinuous lines which create a monumental and inviting look. The backrest holds sloping armrests and a high, embracing back. The soft tones of the moss green fabric enhance the warm walnut base, the reason that this color palette has been chosen by our team. The sofa is a great addition to a living area or dining area, it vibrates a contemporary, cosmopolitan look. It holds the middle between Bohemian and country house. Think 'cozy autumn nights by a fire or a day spent with the family at home watching...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
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Adrian Pearsall Reupholstered Moss Green Boomerang Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, in green Pierre Frey fabric and walnut, United States, 1960s
This boomerang sofa has a unique shape with sinuous lines which create a monumental and inviting look. The backrest holds sloping armrests and a high, embracing back. The soft tones of the moss green fabric enhance the warm walnut base, the reason that this color palette has been chosen by our team. The sofa is a great addition to a living area or dining area, it vibrates a contemporary, cosmopolitan look. It holds the middle between Bohemian and country house. Think 'cozy autumn nights by a fire or a day spent with the family at home watching...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Adrian Pearsall sofas 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 sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas 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 sofas by Knoll, Edward Wormley, and Craft Associates. Prices for Adrian Pearsall sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,680 and can go as high as $32,495, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,523.
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Questions About Adrian Pearsall Sofas
- 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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