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 Modern Sculptural Walnut & Laminate Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Versatile extension table which opens both ways but we have no extensions/ leafs. Walnut base with a faux wood laminate top. Top has some wear from normal use. Base and apron were re...
Laminate, Walnut
$3,600Sale Price|21% Off
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 'Compass' Dining Table in Walnut, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Adrian Pearsall’s sculptural design language, this 'Compass' dining table was produced by Craft Associates in the 1960s. The solid walnut base features Pearsall...
Walnut
$3,700Sale Price|22% Off
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 'Compass' Dining Table in Walnut, 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Adrian Pearsall’s sculptural design language, this 'Compass' dining table (Model 2458-T48) was produced by Craft Associates in the 1960s. The solid walnut base ...
Walnut
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
Adrian Pearsall Cast Resin Brutalist Dining Table, 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by the legendary Adrian Pearsall, this brutalist dining table base was his answer to Evans’ high-end, sculptural designs—because n...
Steel
Brutalist Mid Century Modern Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall c. 1970
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
For collectors and aficionados of high art furniture that inspires, this 1970s Brutalist Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall hits all the marks. Resin over wood is etched and finished in...
Bronze
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Glass Top Dining Table, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Mid-Century Modern Brutalist dining table By Adrian Pearsall USA, 1960s Textured bronze-gilded resin pedestal base, with thick glass top. Measures 74"W x 4...
Glass, Resin
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Compass Walnut Dining Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Compass Walnut Dining Table This dining table measures: 41.5 wide x 41.5 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28.25 i...
Glass, Walnut
Brutalist Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall c. 1960
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed by Adrian Pearsall, this sculptural brutalist dining table or desk is an impressive piece! Produced by Craft Associated, circa 1960's. Paying homage to Paul Evans “Sculpted ...
Glass, Resin, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Brutalist Resin & Glass Dining Table Paul Evans
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the 1960s by Adrian Pearsall, this table was manufactured by Craft Associates in the US. It features a double post style design connected by a central shaft. Every surfac...
Glass, Resin, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Compass Dining Table for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Medina, OH
Own a piece of design history with the iconic Compass Dining Table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in 1952. This table features a stunning walnut base and a sleek a...
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 'Compass' Dining Table for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking mid-century modern dining table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, featuring the iconic sculptural 'Compass' base in solid walnut. Topped with a sleek round g...
Glass, Wood, Walnut
1960s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Glass Dining Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning table by American architect and furniture designer Adrian Pearsall, circa the 1960s. Inspired by Paul Evans creation of metal-sculpted furniture...
Glass, Resin
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Starburst Design Dining Table / Desk base
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century Modern (1970) dining table / center desk base. Composition I-form base with abstract starburst and geometric motifs. (ADRIAN PEARSALL) ( Glass not included) Condition: G...
Glass
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Midcentury Brutalist Glass Top Dining Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Brutalist Glass Top Dining Table This dining table measures: 71.75 wide x 40 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28....
Glass, Resin
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Extending Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Mid Century Modern-style walnut extending dining table with tapered legs. The tabletop is finished in rich walnut with mitered edges in Dark Chocolate. It features self-storing lea...
Wood
Modern Burl Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Modern burl wood dining table, with Parsons style legs, one drawer, a 'rustic' warm brown finish with subtle distressing and a hand-rubbed finish. Dimen...
Wood
Adrian Pearsall 1618-ET Sculpted Side Table 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 precis...
Glass, Wood, Walnut
$1,200
H 19 in W 20 in D 24 in
Mid Century Jax Side Table by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates c. 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century Jax side table, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960's. The table features a Jax form sculpted walnut base, with original tempered glass to...
Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Walnut Side Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
This sleek and elegant Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Walnut Side Table by Adrian Pearsal originates from the United States, Circa 1960. This piece features three beautiful sculptu...
Walnut
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century modern rectangular dining room table in Nordic oak. Very likely desi...
Oak
$3,895
H 16 in W 50 in D 34 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut and Glass Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut and Glass Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 50 wide x 34 deep x 16 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Very Fine Sc...
Glass, Walnut
$3,895 / set
H 19.75 in W 22 in D 27 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Walnut and Slate Top Side Tables - Pair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut and Slate Top Side Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 22 wide x 27 deep x 19.75 inches high Great Vintage Condition - V...
Slate
Paul Evans Brutalist Skyline Dining Table
By Paul Evans
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Paul Evans brutalist "Skyline" sculpted bronze resin dining table with 48" x 96" x 3/4" thick glass top. Signed PE70 Only base is 65" x 27".
Bronze
$2,880
H 15 in W 59 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern "Jacks" Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall. Circa 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern "Jacks" Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall. Circa 1960s Features a sculptural walnut base table with a natural wood finish and an oval glass top. In Excellen...
Stained Glass, Walnut
$3,250
H 15.5 in W 59.25 in D 19.75 in
Expertly Restored - Craft Associates 2454-TGO Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
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 precis...
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern End Tables after Adrian Pearsall
By Gio Ponti, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An unusual matching pair of two-tier end tables from the 1960's. They feature walnut construction with floating glass tops. In the style of: Adrian Pearsall, Gio Ponti
Walnut
Sold
H 29.25 in W 78 in D 38.5 in
Expertly Restored - Adrian Pearsall 2179-T Dining Table 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...
Glass, Wood, Walnut
MCM Vintage Adrian Pearsall Compass Walnut & Glass dining table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates dining table with walnut frame and glass top. Designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. A masterful example of American 20th Century design. ...
Glass, Walnut
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H 29.25 in W 71.75 in D 39.75 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Glass Top Dining Table, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Mid-Century Modern Brutalist dining table By Adrian Pearsall USA, 1960s Textured bronze-gilded resin pedestal base, with thick glass top. Measures 71.75"W ...
Glass, Resin
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H 29.25 in W 71.75 in D 40 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Goop Brutalist Dining Table c. 1970s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Denville, NJ
This Adrian Pearsall "Goop" Brutalist Dining Table is a stunning example of mid-century modern design, embodying the bold and sculptural characteristics of the brutalist movement. Th...
Glass, Resin, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Sculpted Walnut Glass Top "Compass" Dining Table, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern "Compass" dining table or game table By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut base, with round glass top. Measures: 48"W x...
Glass, Walnut
Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Adrian Pearsall's wood dining table with a glass top exudes timeless elegance and modern sophistication. Crafted from rich, walnut wood, its sleek, tapered legs provide sturdy support while adding a touch of mid-century flair. The glass top showcases the natural beauty of the wood beneath, creating a captivating visual contrast. With its clean lines and expert craftsmanship, this table is not just a functional piece of furniture but also a stunning centerpiece for any dining room. Photographed with J.L. Moller side chair...
Glass, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Dining Table Base
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Redding, CT
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Dining Table Base. This Iconic designed table is styled after the iconic designs of Paul Evans work . It is made out of resin, plaster and paint....
Epoxy Resin, Plaster, Paint
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H 28.5 in W 36 in D 40.75 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Craft Assoc. Compass Walnut Dining Table Base
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wayne, NJ
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Compass Walnut Dining Table Base only. The original round glass was 48". If you are in the New Jersey, New...
Wood
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H 29.5 in W 71.69 in D 39.69 in
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Brutalist Gold Resin & Glass Top Dining Table
By Craft Associates, Paul Evans, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for the table alone. Dining chairs pictured are sold separately. A striking 1970s Brutalist dining table by Craft Associates, featuring a sculptural resin trestle ba...
Glass, Resin, Hardwood
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H 29 in W 41.5 in D 29 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Room Table or Desk, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Hamburg, PA
A wonderful Brutalist dining table or desk designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. This Brutalist table is in the manner of Paul Evans, a Brutalist furniture maker who is p...
Resin
Mid Century Compass Dining Table designed by Adrian Pearsall c 1960's
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century design, compass dining table designed by Adrian Pearsall, for Craft Associates, circa 1960's. The table features an architectural and sculptural wood base, which s...
Glass, Wood
Mid Century Compass Dining Table by Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century design, Compass model dining table, designed by Adrian for Craft Associates, circa 1960's. The table features a sculptural, architectural wood base, which supports...
Glass, Wood