Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Platform Loveseat Sofa in Walnut by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA c. 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Platform Loveseat Sofa in Walnut by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA c. 1960's
About: Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall this iconic Platform loveseat sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope shape and materials used this loveseat is a true American masterpiece. Featuring new dark green and black patterned polyester velvet fabric new support straps and professionally re-finished wood this sofa is perhaps the best conditioned platform sofa available for sale in North America. The veneered American black walnut base shows exceptional old-growth woodgrains that are breathtaking from all angles. In homage to the late great Pearsall this sofa was painstakingly restored using the same techniques materials and sewing patterns used by the Craft Associates factory and even includes the original foam cushions to assure precise size and ply of the newly upholstered fabric.
Born in 1925 Adrian Pearsall began designing and building furniture in 1952 with his company named 'Craft Associates' which started first in his home shop and grew to a company with more than 650 craftsmen and employees. Pearsalls work not only helped define Mid-Century Modern but also the idea that function does not have to be sacrificed for beauty. With most furniture before the mid-century being highly ornate and lacking in utilitarian use his work was a much welcomed change. Clean lines organic shapes and black American walnut wood are just a few elements often found in Pearsalls furniture and all are on display with this magnificent brutalist sofa.
This monolithic two-seater is absolutely arresting from all sides and is sure to make a BOLD statement in any space it inhabits. Ideal for collectors and designers alike this sofa can blend seamlessly against a myriad of design backdrops from Mid-Century Modern to Minimalism to Brutalism. Make it yours today before it's gone forever. *Note; currently available with with matching three-seater sofa. Please message us for details.
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Signed
Period: 1960s
Material: Fabric | Walnut
State: ABT Modern Restored Customization
Condition Details: This stunning loveseat sofa has recently undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration process featuring new upholstery. The walnut-veneered platform base has been sanded refinished and painted in accordance with the original materials and colors and shows only minor veneer repairs light scratches and nicks (the worst of which can be seen in the details photos provided). With that said the wood is in overall very good condition and the walnut woodgrains perfectly offset by the matte-black base are absolutely captivating in natural light.
The upholstery redone in a fabulous polyester velvet fabric with vintage-feeling dark green and black waves is in showroom condition and upholstered to the exact measurements and patterns as the original scheme and even features the original foam cushions. This sofa can comfortably seat two and up to three.
This iconic loveseat is ultra-comfortable structurally sound and ready for a literal lifetime more of use thanks to it's recent restoration.
Dimensions
Width: 57 in / 144.78 cm
Depth: 33 in / 83.82 cm
Height: 28 in / 71.12 cm
Seat Height: 16 in / 40.64 cm

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