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.
H 30 in W 38.5 in D 58 in
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker
Upholstery, Walnut
H 30 in W 36 in D 56 in
Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Lounge by Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Adrian Pearsall wave chaise lounge produced by Craft Associates, featuring the designer's signature organic, flowing form. The sculptural profile creates an undulating line from head...
Velvet, Hardwood
H 29.5 in W 39 in D 54 in
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Chair 1828-C, 1960
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Chair 1828-C, 1960’s. Legs have been refinished, original upholstery so the little pillow the foam has hardened. Measures 54” long 39” wide 29.5” tall
Upholstery, Wood
H 32.5 in W 36 in D 55 in
1960s Reupholstered Adrian Pearsall Rocking Wave Chaise Lounge
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Medina, OH
The Adrian Pearsall rocking "Wave" chaise lounge fully reupholstered in an Ana Elisabeth S5443 Arctic faux fur fabric. The walnut base has been professionally refinished and is in an...
Fabric, Polyester, Wood, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 60 in
Mid Century Modern Wave Chaise style of Greta Grossman or Adrian Pearsall 1950s
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Troy, MI
Mid Century wave chaise lounge in the style of Greta Grossman or Adrian Pearsall USA circa 1950s Sinuous design with low profile wave form seat on angular tapered legs in maple Prev...
Fabric, Wood, Maple
H 24.81 in W 63.78 in D 24.81 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chaise Lounge by Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
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
H 31 in W 36.5 in D 66 in
Wonderful Adrian Pearsall Curved Wave Chaise Lounge Rocker Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Adrian Pearsall curved wave chaise lounge rocker. This piece was reupholstered in the 80's and will most certainly need to be redone. Th...
Upholstery, Wood
H 32 in W 38 in D 70 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculptural Rocking Wave-Form Chaise Lounge
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Buffalo, NY
Designed by Adrian Pearsall, this chaise was made by Craft Associates early in Pearsall's career, around the 1950s. Featuring the now-classic wave form seat and a two-stage carved wa...
Fabric, Walnut
H 32 in W 38 in D 70 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculptural Rocking Wave-Form Chaise Lounge
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Adrian Pearsall, this chaise was made by Craft Associates early in Pearsall's career, around the 1950s. Featuring the now-classic wave form seat and a two-stage carved wa...
Upholstery, Walnut
H 32 in W 58 in D 34 in
Unusual Adrian Pearsall Potato Chip style Chaise Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Adrian Pearsall Potato chip style chaise lounge chair. We have never seen another mid-century chaise quite like this except for the Pearsall Potato chip chair...
Upholstery, Walnut
Wingback Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Set of vintage wingback lounge chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950–1959. These iconic chairs feature sculpted walnut bases and dramatic arm details, refinished...
Linen, 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
Low Profile Lounge Chair in Navy Alpaca Velvet by Adrian Pearsall, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
A meticulously restored low profile chair by Adrian Pearsall. Fully revived to its original splendor, this chair boasts impeccable navy blue alpaca velvet upholstery, reflecting both...
Velvet, Walnut
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 ...
Bouclé, Maple
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Walnut Coffee Table, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
This striking 48" round coffee table is a timeless example of mid-century modern design. The sculptural walnut base has been meticulously restored in a warm medium walnut finish, emp...
Glass, Walnut
Set of Slipper Chairs by Adrian Pearsall in Navy Mohair, 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Westport, CT
Sculptural set of slipper chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. Walnut bases fully restored, reupholstered in na...
Mohair, Walnut
