In its inaugural days, iconic mid-century modern furniture brand Craft Associates was largely the work of founder and forward-thinking designer Adrian Pearsall and his wife, Dorie. The pair assembled sexy, stylish furniture in their Pennsylvania basement that they later sold from the back of a truck to the era’s marquee department stores in Philadelphia and New York City.
The New York–born Pearsall (1925–2011) served in the Navy before earning his architectural engineering degree from the University of Illinois in 1950. He abandoned architecture after only a couple of years and turned instead to furniture design, opening Craft Associates in 1952 to sell his sophisticated living room seating, dining room furnishings and more. Flush with dynamic angles and clean lines, Pearsall’s sculptural, expressive designs — coffee tables, luxurious lounge chairs and more — helped define the style of the Atomic Age. With the help of Dorie and working in partnership with his brother Richard, Pearsall oversaw the expansion of Craft Associates into a leading employer of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, with popular furniture including architecturally striking tables as well as plush beanbag chairs.
From Craft, there was Pearsall’s low-slung Gondola sofa, which embraces the sitter with its enveloping, geometrically rich form, his range of glass-topped tables — most boasting provocatively shaped wood slabs that serve as bases — as well as his skinny, high-backed upholstered walnut armchairs. Pearsall drew on his background in architecture for the organic and eye-catching structures of these pieces in addition to his larger scale work. One of his biggest projects was the complete design of his family’s 10,000-square-foot Pennsylvania home in Forty Fort, which boasted an indoor pool, sauna, tennis court and ice cream bar.
After growing his business to 800 employees, Pearsall sold Craft Associates in 1968 to Lane Furniture, which continued producing his pieces into the late 1970s before halting production. With business partner John Graham, Pearsall established a new company, Comfort Designs, in the 1970s, while also devoting time to his lifelong hobbies of sailing and restoring classic yachts.
A company called New Craft Associates revived Pearsall’s brand’s name, referencing mid-century-era furniture design in its current projects while not formally associated with Pearsall or his family. Restoration Hardware has also reissued some of his Craft Associates designs, with Pearsall and his company’s distinctive furniture remaining popular statement pieces adaptable to any home.
Find a range of vintage Craft Associates furniture on 1stDibs.
Rare Swivel Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare swivel tub chair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Its monumental scale (44” wide) and tufted interior make it a statement piece for any room. The chair sits on a cylin...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Swivel and Tilt Lounge by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century swivel and tilt single lounge. Designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. An especially unique swivel lounge due t...
Fabric, Mohair, Foam, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Midcentury Walnut Swivel Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
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
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tilt Swivel Lounge Chairs in Oatmeal Bouclé, c. 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural tilt and swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1960s freshly and professionally reupholstered in luxurious Warm Sand Bouclé with refinished walnut ba...
Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
$3,500Sale Price|27% Off
'Strictly Spanish' Swivel Chair by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large sized 'Strictly Spanish' swivel throne chair by Adrian Pearsall was designed and produced in the 1960s by Craft Associates. This gorgeous example was newly reupholstered i...
Wood, Fabric
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chairs Velvet & Brass c. 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Dallas, TX
Furniture that's art! An ultra-rare set of tub swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960's. Arms gently slope out like a blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cus...
Brass
$10,800 / set
H 27 in W 30.5 in D 34 in
Ivory Bouclé Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman Attributed to Adrian Pearsall
By Comfort Designs, Inc., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A high sculptural look that's modern with curvy plush all over cushioning is what you'll get with this ménage à trois set of swivel chairs attributed to Adrian Pearsall paired along with a sexy modern custom mushroom shaped ottoman. It all swivels - chairs and ottoman. Reminiscent of Vladimir Kagan and his crescent chair...
Bouclé, Upholstery
$3,864
H 24.81 in W 63.78 in D 24.81 in L 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
$8,000 / set
H 34 in W 31 in D 28 in
Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Space Age Swivel Lounge Cone Chairs, 2 pieces
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Atlanta, GA
Adrian Pearsall Swivel Cone Chairs, Model 2353-C – Rare 1960 Craft Associates Space Age Icons An exceptionally rare and iconic pair of Mid-Century swivel cone lounge chairs by Adrian...
Metal
$3,200
H 28 in W 29 in D 28 in
Super Rare Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Walnut & Orange X-Base Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Super rare, possibly unique armchair designed by Adrian Pearsall and made by Craft Associates in the 1960s. While other variations of this design reached mass production and still se...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Walnut
$2,660
H 33 in W 36 in D 60 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Wave Chair by Adrian Pearsall Crafts Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Wave lounge chair by Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associates C1959 an earlier version with four angled legs painted black and brass sabots one of which is missing. Will try t...
Brass
Bamboo Swivel Tilt Lounge Chair c 1970's
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Cool modernist bamboo swivel, tilt lounge chair on pedestal base. The chair is in very fine, original, clean condition, no cushion included. Total H 37 x Arm H 27.5 x Seat H 17 x W ...
Bamboo
$4,800 / set
H 34.25 in W 30.25 in D 44 in
Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 990 LC
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Rare mid century lounge chair and ottoman designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, model 990 LC, come with Pearsall designed ottoman. The chair and ottoman are both structur...
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa This sofa measures: 123 wide x 70 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat heigh...
Upholstery, Wood
$5,559 / set
H 36.23 in W 22.05 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. The structure of these lounge cocktail armchairs is made of walnut wood with a beautiful curved shape and covered...
Bouclé, Walnut
$34,000 / set
H 26 in W 48 in D 36 in
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Attributed Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Saint Louis, MO
So sculptural so fresh, this pair of 1970s modern Adrian Pearsall attributed throne swivel chairs were professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé and swivel atop walnut bases professionally refinished in a dark, contrasting wood stain. The look is modern luxe. Beautiful to admire. If you're simply looking to add "furniture art" into your space, these Adrian Pearsall attributed swivel lounge chairs check that box. Wow factor. Rare. In great condition. The chairs are also comfortable, cozy and wide enough to enjoy most lounging activities you can probably think of. Did we mention the chairs swivel 360 degrees? And ready to ship. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed alongside and currently available at our shop: Vladimir Kagan for Directional Poufs in ivory bouclé Jens Risom walnut chairs...
Bouclé, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Gondola Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Gondola Sofa This sofa measures: 104 wide x 33 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 21 inches Good Vin...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,200
H 27.5 in W 29 in D 34 in
Vintage Sculptural Solid Walnut Tufted Slipper Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern tufted slipper lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1960's. This unique piece features a cozy armless look and has been newly reupho...
Fabric, Velvet, Walnut
Set of Swivel Tilt Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Craft Associates presents a rare find: a set of restored Adrian Pearsall swivel lounge chairs from the 1950s. Upholstered in luxurious gray boucle by Holly Hunt, these chairs swivel ...
Bouclé
$5,570 / set
H 35.44 in W 21.66 in D 36.62 in
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. The frame of these cocktail lounge chairs is made of walnut wood in a beautiful curved shape and upholstered in w...
Chenille, Walnut
$12,200 / set
H 31.5 in W 32 in D 32 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Cogggin Swivel and Tilt Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
These 1970s Milo Baughman mid century modern swivel and tilt chairs on chrome bases were made by Thayer Coggin and were newly professionally reupholstered in super soft ivory white b...
Chrome
Pair Adrian Pearsall Barrel Form Swivel Chairs, Fresh Wool Blend & Tulip Bases
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sapce-age chairs is one of Adrian Pearsall's most iconic and rare designs, and these are great examples. These chairs are elegant and striking with their circular design...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Tilt and Swivel Lounge by Adrian Pearsall - Single
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Single swivel and tilt lounge designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. A rounded back design reminiscent of several of Baughman’s designs. In contrast, the armrests flair ou...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Blue Velvet Swivel Lounges by Milo Baughman - a Pair
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century swivel chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This pair sits atop rounded plinth bases that swivel. The rounded elements continue into the chair with its rou...
Fabric, Velvet, Foam, Wood
Mid-Century Swivel Rocking Chairs by Milo Baughman - a Pair
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Raleigh, NC
A pair of mid-century swivel AND rocking chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This pair features a round back and profile that allows for maximum comfort. Enjoy the ab...
Fabric, Foam
Sold
H 26 in Dm 29 in
Pair Adrian Pearsall Barrel Form Swivel Chairs New Blue Silk Blend & Tulip Bases
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sapce-age chairs is one of Adrian Pearsall's most iconic and rare designs, and these are great examples. These chairs are elegant and striking with their circular design...
Aluminum
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Swivel Chairs A Pair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hudson, NY
A rare pair of swiveling, reclining chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for craft associates. Made in the 1970's these chairs are of exceptional quality and style. The chair is wide a...
Bronze
Sold
H 28 in W 44 in D 37 in
Adrian Pearsall Large Scale Swivel Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates, 1977
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Adrian Pearsall large scale swivel lounge chairs for craft associates, 1977. This pair has been professionally restored.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tilt Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of swivel rocking lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates which was acquired in 1969 by Lane of Alta Vista. Original Craft/Lane label present. Distinctive sculptural arms similar to the Diamond sofa and lounge by Gio Ponti. Round recessed swivel base in walnut veneer. Original fabric is a blend that has the look of Haitian cotton...
Upholstery
Sold
H 21 in W 37 in D 32 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for craft associates mid century swivel lounge chairs - pair Each chair measures: 37 wide x 32 deep x 21 high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair cleara...
Metal
Sold
H 29 in W 32 in D 32 in
Adrian Pearsall Leather Swivel + Tilt Rocking Chairs, Craft Associates, a Pair
By Thayer Coggin, Craft Associates, Milo Baughman, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Decatur, GA
Exquisite pair of rare leather Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates swivel and rocking barrel lounge chairs on 6 inch ebonized plinth bases. This set is unique on the market currentl...
Leather, Wood
Midcentury Adrian Pearsall High Back Swivel Chairs, a Pair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage MCM swivel chairs. Two beautiful high back chairs with a chic arched plinth. Made by the iconic Adrian Pearsall. A real collectors ...
Wood
Sold
H 30.5 in W 38 in D 28 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates MCM Swivel Walnut Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century swivel walnut lounge chairs - a pair Each chair measures: 38 wide x 28 deep x 30.5 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height o...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Swivel Chairs in Ivory Bouclé c. 1970s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1970 freshly and professionally reupholstered in luxurious Ivory Bouclé. Furniture that's art. Arms gently slop...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mom & Pop Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural Mom & Pop swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1970 freshly and professionally reupholstered in luxurious Ivory Bouclé. Furniture that's art. Arms gently slope out like a blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cushion runs down along the edge of the seat back adding a sculptural, and comfortable border to the chairs' shell. Our shop selected this beautiful ivory bouclé to add some texture, warmth and curiosity to the sloping lines. The fabric also has a high durability rating and is of the sort you're immediately drawn to feel. Soft and breathable, will keep you toasty in winter and cool in summer. These Pearsall chairs also swivel and tilt making them a great choice for lounging. The set translates easily from Organic Modern or California Modern style, to high design, modern art filled spaces. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Mom chair...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mom & Pop Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural Mom & Pop swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1970 freshly and professionally reupholstered in luxurious Ivory Bouclé. Furniture that's art. Arms gently slope out like a blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cushion runs down along the edge of the seat back adding a sculptural, and comfortable border to the chairs' shell. Our shop selected this beautiful ivory bouclé to add some texture, warmth and curiosity to the sloping lines. The fabric also has a high durability rating and is of the sort you're immediately drawn to feel. Soft and breathable, will keep you toasty in winter and cool in summer. These Pearsall chairs also swivel and tilt making them a great choice for lounging. The set translates easily from Organic Modern or California Modern style, to high design, modern art filled spaces. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Mom chair...
Bouclé, Upholstery