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.
Vintage Mid Century Adrian Pearsall "Jacks" Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Mid Century Adrian Pearsall "Jacks" coffee table. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Slight scuffs on feet of table. Measures approximately 59 3...
Glass, Wood
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description** Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating to condition. Please read all the way down through this entire description box to view the entire description of the item. Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear. Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit. All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS. * * * Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table...
Glass, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight fin...
Walnut
"Jacks" Coffee Table By Adrian Pearsall For Craft Associates Inc.
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern, glass and walnut, model 893-TGO, coffee table known as the "Jacks" coffee table because of its distinctive shape was designed by the always popular American ...
Glass, Walnut
Coffee Table by Sven Ellekaer for Christian Linneberg / Adrian Pearsall
By Sven Ellekaer
Located in Chicago, IL
Coffee table by Sven Ellekaer for Christian Linneberg. Manner of Adrian Pearsall
Wood
Adrian Pearsall 'Jacks' Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surfboard shaped coffee table designed by Adrian Pearsall. Featuring a starburst interlocking walnut base with oval glass top. Simple design with a great mid-century flair. Please co...
Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall, Walnut, Circa 1950
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century modern American coffee, sofa table made of hand crafted polished Walnut, designed by Adrian Pearsall and produced by Craft Associates in good condition. ...
Glass, Walnut
$4,200
H 16 in W 50 in D 32 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Asymmetric Walnut Coffee Table, C. 1950s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
An elegant and sculptural Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates asymmetric coffee table, showcasing the designer’s signature organic form and architectural balance. This piece has bee...
Glass, Walnut
$3,250
H 15.75 in W 60 in D 31 in
Mid Century Walnut Jacks Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This sculptural walnut and glass coffee table, designed by iconic Mid-Century Modern designer Adrian Pearsall in the 1960s, is a striking example of his bold, architectural approach ...
Glass, Walnut
$15,000
H 19.75 in W 48.75 in D 23.25 in
Italian Modern Designer Pierluigi Giordani Biomorphic Sculptural Coffee Table
By Pierluigi Giordani
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural coffee table with biomorphic glass top, designed by Italian architect Pierluigi Giordani. The base consists of three tapered walnut legs joined at the center, giving the t...
Walnut
Edward Wormley Elliptical Rosewood Coffee Table by Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Highland, IN
This stunning cocktail table by Edward Wormley exemplifies his refined sensibility and fine detailing as well as the quality of Dunbar's construction. The table was custom ordered wi...
Metal
Peter Hvidt "Pinwheel" Coffee Table
By Peter Hvidt, France & Daverkosen
Located in Highland, IN
A brilliantly inventive design by Peter Hvidt the model #523 coffee table by France & Son is comprised of 6 individual tables made of solid teak with brass legs. When arranged as sh...
Brass
Heywood Wakefield M1585 Coffee Table
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Highland, IN
This rare Heywood Wakefield model M1585 coffee table is not just a very uncommon and beautiful form, it is in fantastic original condition including its champaign finish. The design ...
Maple
Eames CTW-3 Coffee Table by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
This early vintage coffee table by Charles and Ray Eames is an important and iconic design. The result of the couple's experiments in molded plywood, the table is visually and physic...
Ash
Jens Risom T 390 Coffee Table with Magazine Holder
By Jens Risom
Located in Highland, IN
This uncommon model T 390 walnut coffee table by Jens Risom has a beautiful soft boat shape to the top which appears to float above the base and has an opening to accommodate books o...
Walnut
Finn Juhl Coffee Table by Baker
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Highland, IN
A sublime shape, a wonderful large scale, and delightful details all mark this coffee table by Danish master Finn Juhl. One of the designs that Juhl created in 1951 for American manu...
Sycamore, Walnut
