Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates

Adrian Pearsall gondola sofa for Craft Associates. Stunning design! Dramatic curved walnut base with angled “V” shaped walnut legs in front, round tapered walnut legs in back. Curved back with 3 loose tufted pillows. Tufted one piece cushion seat, which seats 6. Original gray, cream, light brown striped, textured fabric. Perfect for your living room. Very good condition. Dealer 18.

100”w x 30”d x 27.5”h

Seat Height

16”h

* Adrian Pearsall (1925-2011) was an American architect and furniture designer. He is best known for his mid-century modern designs, which are characterized by their bold shapes, bright colors, and use of natural materials. Pearsall’s furniture designs were inspired by a variety of sources, including Art Deco, Scandinavian design, and the work of Charles and Ray Eames. He was also known for his use of unconventional materials, such as plywood and fiberglass. Pearsall’s furniture was popular with both critics and the public. He received numerous awards for his work, including the American Institute of Architects’ Gold Medal in 1983. Pearsall continued to design furniture until his death in 2011. His work is still highly sought-after today, and his designs are considered to be classics of mid-century modern furniture.

*The original Craft Associates, Inc. was a furniture company created in 1952 by Adrian Pearsall. The walnut designs started in the late 50’s skyrocketing sales and taking Mr. Pearsall beyond all others in residential design. The company grew from 6 to 800 employees and was sold in 1968 to the well-known Lane Furniture Company. Pearsall went on to form another company while Lane eventually halted production and sales by the late seventies and closed Craft Associates for good.