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.
Mid-Century Wingback Lounge and Ottoman by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century wingback lounge and ottoman in black leather. Designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s. Seldom seen, beautifully designed, and extremely comfortable....
Leather, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Wingback Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Dive into a symphony of design and comfort with this exquisite pair of Adrian Pearsall Wingback Lounge Chairs. A testament to mid-century modern aesthetics, these chairs effortlessly...
Chrome
Adrian Pearsall Wingback Lounge Chair Model 1611-c
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pasadena, TX
This chair was designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. It has a nice fabric on it and a walnut base. The chair has a swan like look as the arms wave out.
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Mom & Pop Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, c. 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural pair of Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Mom & Pop lounge chairs newly reupholstered in highly durable soft ivory white bouclé fabric circa 1960. High art design that's welcoming and beckons you to come closer for a better look, followed by the urge to run your hands over the enticing super soft curly bouclé fabric. Yum. Let's cozy up in style. The fabric is textured and breathable. Works great in both warm and cool climates. Sculptural designer furniture that immediately elevates a space's decor with a high art look. Pop Chair features a tall seat back and suspended head cushion. The head cushion cleverly hangs over the top of the seat back and is kept in place by two weighted upholstered tassels that drape. The design makes it simple to adjust the head cushion to your desired just right position. Tufted chubby lumbar cushion. Comfortable seat and curved lower chair front for tucking your feet. Mom chair...
Bouclé, Upholstery
$4,098
H 24.81 in W 63.78 in D 24.81 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chaise Lounge by Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Chaise longue designed by American designer Adrian Pearsall. The frame is made of walnut, with a beautiful curved shape, and upholstered in white loop pile. The chaise longue has bee...
Bouclé, Walnut
$3,295
H 27.5 in W 34.5 in D 34 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair This chair measures: 34.5 wide x 34 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 15.75 and arm height/chair clearance...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Wave Lounge Chair Circa 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful and very comfortable mid century modern wave chair designed by Adrian Pearsall. Very sexy sculptural form with tapered walnut legs. Wide enough for two. The fabric is a bl...
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Havana Lounge Chair, 1970
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall Havana Lounge Chair, 1970. Original upholstery excellent condition. Measures 37" wide, 36" deep, seat height 12", s...
Upholstery
$6,850 / set
H 27.75 in W 38 in D 38 in
Adrian Pearsall Pair of Havana Lounge Chairs and Ottoman, 1965
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hamburg, PA
A vintage pair of Adrian Pearsall Havana chairs with ottoman for Craft Associates, 1965. The fabric is vintage with age-appropriate wear. ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Chippendale Wingback Chairs Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Mahogany, Cotton
$4,750
H 38.25 in W 27.25 in D 35.5 in
Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair Danish Mid-Century
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool low swung wing back lounge chair made by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark as model 1582. The wooden armrests and legs are made of varnished oak wood showing great grain ...
Beech
Pair of Oversized Art Deco Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Absolutely stunning pair of Art Deco styled lounge chairs. The lines of these chairs are incredible. They are larger scale chairs making them true statement seating. They were a bit...
Velvet
$1,400Sale Price|26% Off
H 41 in W 30 in D 35.5 in
Adrian Pearsall Styled Vintage Sculptural Wood Lounge Armchair, 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1960s vintage highback lounge chair features sculptural wood and groovy original 1960s fabric. The style is in the manner of Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates and Kipp Stewar...
Fabric, Wood
Adrian Pearsall "Havana" Satellite Chaise Lounge Chair & Ottoman / Baughman
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall "Havana" Lounge Chair & Ottoman for Craft Associates. Style of Milo Baughman Chair Model #1717 - RC / Ottoman #1841-O Most likely will desire to reupholster this fo...
Wood
$9,500 / set
H 31 in W 27.5 in D 31 in
Adrian Pearsall Model 2291-C Leather Wingback Chairs 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 precis...
Leather, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Oversized Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of oversized Adrian Pearsall lounge chairs.
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 36 in W 28.5 in D 33 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Wingback Lounge Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century walnut wingback lounge chair Chair measures: 28.5 wide x 33 deep x 36 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height of 22 i...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid Century Wing Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural walnut framed lounge chair with upholstered seat and back. This example will need restoration, as the finish is worn, as is the upholstery, it is structurally undamaged an...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Wingback Chairs Restored in Brazilian Cowhide
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Another prime example of Pearsall's vivacious, swinging 1960s iconic designs. And we knew exactly what they needed - our luxuriously soft, silky Brazilian cowhide in a cool tri-color...
Cowhide, Walnut
Sold
H 44 in W 33.5 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Model 2231-C Leather Wingback Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Lafayette, IN
Stunning Model 2231-C wingback chair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. The previous floral upholstery had this gorgeous chair draped in more flowers than a Kentucky Derby winn...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 42 in W 34 in D 36 in
Wingback Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall, Arne Jacobsen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Excellent wingback lounge chair and ottoman by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates: 1960s. Fabric over foam. Tufted Back. Restored/refinished walnut frames with nice grain. Reuphols...
Fabric, Velvet, Walnut
Dramatic Vintage Adrian Pearsall Wingback Club Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super stylish Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates high back arm or lounge chair, circa 1960s. Original fabric on a solid walnut sculptural base, wood padded arms, and a molded plywo...
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 41 in W 35 in D 40.5 in
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chairs / Ottomans, over Scale Dramatic Forms
By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Adrian Pearsall lounge chairs / ottomans, over scale dramatic forms, Classic modernist design. Exaggerated forms, large wing backs, extremely comfortable. Retain original neu...
Chrome
Wingback Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
An exceptionally comfortable lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall, circa 1950s. Newly upholstered in brown mohair, walnut base fully restored.
Mohair, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern High Back Wing Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Astoria, NY
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern high back wing chair made for Craft Associates in the 1960s. Walnut base with wood padded arms and molded backrest. The piece has recently been reu...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Walnut Wingback Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern, 1960s, wingback, lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall is upholstered in a cream wool blend with a newly finished walnut base.
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 32 in W 28 in D 31 in
Pair of Sculptural Wingback Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning pair of sculptural solid walnut wingback lounge chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Original condition - fabric is clean. Foam is a little hard on the back.
Cotton, Foam, Polyester, Walnut
Pair of Original Adrian Pearsall Wingback Chairs, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Hamburg, PA
Pair of vintage sculptural wing back chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. These unique chairs are very comfortable. Walnut frames with original finish and upholst...
Upholstery, Walnut