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.
Set of 6 MCM Cane Back Dining Chairs by Drexel
Located in Medina, OH
Set of (6) timeless cane back dining chairs for Drexel Heritage Furniture. These chairs feature a walnut frame and red and gold patterned chenille fabric. These are the perfect def...
Fabric, Walnut
Set of 6 Reupholstered Drexel Passage Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 6 Drexel Passage dining chairs, 4 side chairs and 2 armchairs included. These are recently reupholstered by Copley Upholstery in a high-end JF Fa...
Fabric, Velvet, Cane, Wood
Henredon Campaign Style MCM Dining Chairs-Set of 4 Reupholstered
By Henredon
Located in Medina, OH
Reupholstered set of 4 Henredon Campaign Style Oak Dining Chairs, with new foam cores and webbing supports. Reupholstered in a beautiful ivory performance chenille fabric. These di...
Fabric, Chenille, Foam, Oak
Pair of Mcm Reupholstered "Vico Magistretti Style" Dining Chairs
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of mid-century modern blonde Beachwood dining chairs, in the style of Vico Magistretti. Professionally reupholstered in a performance orange boucle. This new fabric brings out t...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Paul McCobb-Style Reupholstered Lounge / Accent Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful restored Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge / accent chair! It is a very unique piece with its wide style and slate back. This chair was reupholstered in a gorgeous charcoal ...
Fabric, Wood
Milo Baughman Style (6) Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Medina, OH
Own a set of (6) beautiful Milo Baughman style mid-century modern chrome dining chairs. Please examine all pictures to note that these are beautiful but we would highly recommend ha...
Chrome
Set of 4 Mid-Century 1970’s dining chairs by Schreiber Furniture
By Schreiber
Located in London, GB
The price listed is for the FOUR chairs There are a total of 6 chairs available Founded in 1957 by Chaim Schreiber, Schreiber furniture is an interesting British success story. Th...
Faux Leather, Beech
Set of 6 Vintage Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Set of 6 authentic vintage mid century modern dining chairs. By G Plan. Maker's label on bottoms. This set is in excellent condition with brand new black vegan leather upholstery ...
Teak
Mid century italian dining chairs, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century modern 'boomerang' design dining chairs with black skai upholstery. Beautiful elegant design. 1950s - Italy Good overall condition, normal age related wear. Dimension...
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Set of High Back Dining Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish set of four matching dining chairs offer a shapely vinyl covered seat, with comfortable high backs. Hardwood walnut frames with tapered legs and clean modern lines add t...
Wood
Set of Four Dining Chairs Made In Rosewood From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four dining chairs is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s. The chairs are made of rosewood, an exclusive wood known for its rich color and beautiful grain...
Leather, Rosewood
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Arden Riddle, Circa 1950s
By Arden Riddle
Located in Peabody, MA
A set of six cherry wood dining chairs consisting of four arms and two sides by Arden Riddle (1921–2011), an important American studio craftsman who produced his distinctive handmade...
Upholstery, Cherry
