Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Czech, 1923-2005
The son of a furniture dealer and upholsterer, Jaroslav Smidek, like Jan Vanek and Jindrich Halabala, was born into the trade. Growing up, he helped out in the family workshop, where he learned his father’s craft.
Although he trained as an architect, Smidek quickly turned to industrial design, developing Montisektor furnishings, a line of pieces that could be assembled at home from prefabricated parts, in 1956 for VNP — a significant advance in Czech furniture production.
But it is his seating, such as the chairs he created for Jitona in the 1960s, that is most in demand. While his chairs carry a Scandinavian touch, there is no mistaking the gentle elegance of their uniquely Eastern European aesthetic.
Find vintage Jaroslav Smidek furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Jaroslav Smidek
Armchair Designed by Jaroslav Šmidek for Ton, Czech Republic, 1960s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
An armchair designed by Jaroslav Šmídek, model 53, produced by TON in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. This mid-century modern piece exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of Czech d...
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
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1960s Beech Armchair by Jaroslav Smidek for TON, Czechoslovakia
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of wood and fabric
The seat needs new fabric
Measure: Seat height 45 cm.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of two armchairs by Jaroslav Šmídek for TON, 1960s.
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
This is a pair of armchairs designed by the architect Jaroslav Smidek and produced by the TON company during the 1960s, the armchairs have wooden armrests made of bent wood and fabr...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
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Set of Two Jaroslav Smidek Longue Chairs 1950s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Čelinac, BA
Jaroslav Smidek Longue Chair 1950s
Category
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,750 / set
1960s Beech Armchair by Jaroslav Smidek for TON, Czechoslovakia
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
- The seat height is 42 cm
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Wood, Beech
20th Century Armchairs by J. Smidek, a Pair
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in High Point, NC
This beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs were made in Czechia by renowned furniture manufacturers TON, design attributed to J. Smidek. Low-set and comfortable, a deep seat...
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1960s Mid-Century Czech Armchairs, a Pair
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in High Point, NC
Produced in the former Czechoslovakia, this essential 1960s design is attributed to Jaroslav Šmídek. Comfortable angles and clean lines are designed to delight, influenced by the mid-20th Century Modernist movement in Central Europe. These low-profile armchairs are re-upholstered in updated neutral fabrics, chosen to compliment the elegant polish of the hardwood frame.
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood
$3,195 / set
1960s Pair of Jaroslav Smidek Armchairs for TON, Czechoslovakia
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Repolished
- Sturdy and stable
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Lounge Chair by Jaroslav Smidek for Jitona, 1960s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Wien, AT
Designed during the Socialist era. The frame is made of light beechwood. The core is made of natural coconut fiber, providing comfortability. Very quality English velvet upholstery f...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1960s Pair of Ton Armchairs by Jaroslav Smidek, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet, Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made of beech wood
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
- The seat height is 39 cm.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in High Point, NC
Time has not dulled the sharp silhouette of this striking pair of Midcentury Modern armchairs. Made in Czechia in the 1960s, attributed to Jaroslav Smidek who designed for many promi...
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,795 / set
Two Armchairs Designed by Jaroslav Šmidek for Ton, Czech Republic, 1960s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A pair of armchairs designed by Jaroslav Šmídek, model 53, produced by TON in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. These striking examples of mid-century Czech design feature sculptural ...
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Set of Two Lounge Chair by Jaroslav Šmídek for Jitona, 1960s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Restored Mid-Century Pink & Blue Armchairs by J. Smidek for TON, 1960s, Set of 2
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Żory, PL
A pair of beech wood armchairs designed by Jaroslav Smidek and produced by TON in the mid-1960s in Czech Republic. These armchairs have been completely restored. The wood has been la...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Armchairs Designed by Jaroslav Šmidek for Ton, Czech Republic, 1960s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Armchairs designed by Jaroslav Šmidek, type 53. They were manufactured at the Ton factory in the 1960s in Czech Republic. Purified beech wood polished and finished with matt varnish....
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Set of Two Lounge Chair by Jaroslav Šmídek for Jitona, 1960s
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia. The item made of beechwood. Upholstered seat and backrest in new upholstery. Completely restored.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
1960s Czech Armchairs by J. Smidek for Ton, a Pair
By Jaroslav Smidek, TON a.s.
Located in High Point, NC
A graphic Modernist silhouette gives this pair of vintage wooden armchairs a timeless appeal. Produced in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960s, the design is attributed to Jaroslav...
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Restored Red Midcentury Armchairs, Made by Jaroslav Šmídek, Czechia 1950
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of armchairs, midcentury Czechoslovakia
Completely restored by our team.
Period: 1950-1960
Maker: Jaroslav Šmídek.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Jaroslav Smidek Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
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Jaroslav Smidek seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Jaroslav Smidek seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jaroslav Smidek seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Jaroslav Smidek were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by TON a.s., Frantisek Jirak, and Tatra Nabytok. Prices for Jaroslav Smidek seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $342 and can go as high as $3,195, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,076.