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.
$1,660 / set
H 19 in W 20 in D 24 in
A pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Style Jax Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of walnut and glass Pearsall side tables known to the profession as the "Jax Table" because of their close design reminiscent of the jax and ball game. This set was,manufactur...
Glass, Walnut
$960Sale Price / set|54% Off
H 21.25 in W 32.25 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall style End Tables W/ Planters , a Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-century end tables w/ planters In the style of Adrian Pearsall - a pair.
Walnut
$2,595 / set
H 19 in W 26 in D 22 in
Set of 2 Glass-Top End Tables After Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
This stunning set of custom-made end tables is unlike any we've ever come across. Clearly taking inspiration from the great Adrian Pearsall, this set of tables is constructed from a ...
Glass, Walnut
A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Top Side Tables. Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Style Bent Wood Side Tables with Glass Tops. Circa 1960s Feature bent wood bases with removable rectangular glass tops. In Excellent origina...
Glass, Wood
$4,800 / set
H 21 in W 20 in D 32 in
1960's Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Side Tables With Floating Glass Top
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
1960's mid-century modern sculptural walnut side tables with floating glass top and a single drawer, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Glass, Walnut
$4,800 / set
H 24 in W 30 in D 30 in
Pair of Organic Shape Rounded Triangle End Tables with floating Glass Tops MINT
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Organic Shape Rounded Triangle End Side Occasional Lamp Tables with floating Glass Tops MINT. Kagan decor match.
Glass, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut Jacks Side Tables - Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut Jacks Side Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 20 wide x 24 deep x 19.25 in...
Glass, 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
$3,347 / set
H 20 in W 27 in D 18.25 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut and Glass Side Tables - Pair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut and Glass Side Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 27 wide x 18.25 deep x 20 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call r...
Glass, Walnut
Pair of Round Triangular Tri Legged Two Tier Side End Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice glass top walnut side or end tables on beautiful sculptured legs.
Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Top Nesting End Tables
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern chrome glass top nesting end tables Offered is a set of 3 Mid-Century Modern glass top and chrome nesting tables. They are in decent condition showing ...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Paul Mccobb Nightstands/End Tables
By Paul McCobb
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Paul Mccobb nightstands/end tables Offered is a pair of mid-century nightstands with sleek lines designed by American designer Paul Mccobb. Made from yellow birch...
Birch
Midcentury Danish Modern Poul Jensen Selig Style Square End/Side Table
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Danish modern style teak side accent table. This is a custom made piece with a sculptural top and slats underneath, similar to the ...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Tri Level Nelson Style Mushroom Dining Table
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Tri Level Nelson Style Mushroom Dining Table Offered is a vintage mid-century modern dining table, in the style of George Nel...
Aluminum
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Nightstands, One Drawer, 1970s
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern 1-Drawer Teak Nightstands/End Tables Offered is a piece of time and design: a Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern 1-Drawer Teak Nightstands/End Table...
Teak
Pair of Midcentury Danish Modern Paul McCobb Style Lounge Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of midcentury Danish modern Paul McCobb style lounge chairs Offered is a pair of unrestored Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs similar to the style of Paul McCobb. These chairs...
Walnut
