Thanks to design lovers’ enthusiasm for Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture, and the increasingly competitive market for pieces by more famous creators, 20th-century Czech designers are making their way back onto the international stage. Foremost among these talents is Jindřich Halabala.
Halabala was one of the leading designers of a particularly rich period in Czech furniture history, when pieces were defined by Bauhaus functionalism as well as Art Deco influences. He was a cabinetmaker’s son whose training was almost wholly focused on woodwork, first at a state-run vocational school for woodworking in Valašské Meziříčí and later at UP Závody in Brno, where he ultimately became chief designer.
Halabala's alluring bentwood H chairs, such as the H269 and H237, and stylized ottomans have become classics, while his 1930s and 1940s sofas, tables and storage cabinets, with their sweeping curves, stylized geometry and dark, richly grained wood, embody the best of Art Deco furniture design, a style that was brought to worldwide attention at an exhibition in Paris in 1925.
Halabala's work, which was manufactured by the likes of Thonet and UP Závody, is seen by some as the segue between early 1900s Czech Cubism and the modern style that dominated the mid-century years.
Find a collection of vintage Jindřich Halabala furniture today on 1stDibs.
Walnut Art Deco Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody Czechoslovakia 1930
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Walnut Art Deco Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, Czechoslovakia, 1930s An exceptional and highly sculptural Art Deco sideboard attributed to renowned Czech designer Jin...
Metal
Minibar-Luxury Glazed Drinks Cabinet by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Vienna, AT
Luxury glazed drinks cabinet, beechwood, walnut veneer and black lacquered side legs. In excellent condition. Presumably executed by Spojene UP Zavody, Czechoslovakia.
Art Glass, Beech
Restored Art Deco Wardrobe, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Maple, Czech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Designed by Jindrich Halabala, a renowned designer credited with ushering in the mass market production of furniture in his native Czechoslovakia. Made by UP Zavody, a well-known Cz...
Wood, Lacquer, Maple
Restored Art Deco Sideboard, by J. Halabala for UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1940s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This sideboard (secretary) is an exceptional example of post-war Czechoslovak design, combining the elegance of fading Art Deco with the emerging modern lines of the 1940s. It was de...
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Mirror, Beech, Mahogany
Gramophone Cabinet Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950's
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, veneer - Good, original condition - The record player is spinning - Has signs of use.
Wood
XL Sideboard “Tulipan” by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Wien, AT
An impressive XL sideboard from the 1930s, designed by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody. It has been fully restored and traditionally refinished with shellac. The original walnut vene...
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Art Deco Bar Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1930's
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of glass, wood - good, original condition.
Glass, Wood
Restored ArtDeco Display Cabinet, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, Czech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Display Cabinet Designed by Jindrich Halabala Designer: Jindrich Halabala Maker: UP Zavody Source: Czechia Period: 1930-1939 Material: Walnut, Glass Revived polish ...
Glass, Walnut, Lacquer
$1,004Sale Price|20% Off
Tubular steel flower stand H 54 by Jindřich Halabala
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Designed by famous Czech architect Jindřich Halabala, manufactured by UP Závody Brno, former Czechoslovakia in the 1930s under catalogue number H-54. Sleek and elegant piece of furni...
Steel, Chrome
1950s, Cabinet by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
-Black glass plate with certain signs of use. -In good original condition.
Smoked Glass, Wood
Modernist Tubular Steel Desk by Jindrich Halabala, Chromed Metal, Lacquered Wood
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel desk model H-180, designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured by Spojené UP Závody, Brno, circa 1935.
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An elegant 1930s Art Deco wardrobe in beautifully figured walnut, with carved floral detailing, original handles and cabriole-style feet. Internally fitted with a hanging rail and sh...
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Oak Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1930s Art Deco wardrobe in figured oak with a serpentine front. The doors feature a bold tiger oak veneer with a strong flowing grain, finished with a carved detail across the top....
Wood, Oak
Vintage Art Deco Oak Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A compact Art Deco wardrobe dating from the 1930s, crafted in oak and oak veneer with softly rounded corners and a contrasting dark plinth. The twin doors feature a circular quartere...
Wood, Oak
$2,688
H 30.12 in W 45.28 in D 16.15 in
Stunning Vintage circa 1930s Sideboard Drinks Pop Up Bar Table on Wheels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco circa 1930s sideboard size drinks table with pop up bar and most of the original glassware A good looki...
Glass, Hardwood
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A superb quality compact wardrobe dating from the 1930s, featuring beautifully figured burr walnut doors with contrasting banded borders. Internally, the wardrobe offers a pull out...
Wood, Walnut
$4,561
H 81.89 in W 46.86 in D 20.48 in
Børge Mogensen Oak Cabinet, Scandinavian Modern Design, Sweden, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, DE
Shelving and storage cabinet in oak by Borge Mogensen.
Wood, Oak
French Art Deco Two-Door Wardrobe, Patinated Pine, 1930s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
French Art Deco Two-Door Wardrobe, Patinated Pine, 1930s. This wardrobe is built from solid pine with framed and paneled doors and a stepped, architectural cornice typical of the Ar...
Pine
$5,770
H 61.03 in W 37.8 in D 17.33 in
Luxury Parisian Art Deco Burl Walnut Display Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
Exceptional Parisian Art Deco display cabinet from the 1930s, executed in richly figured burl walnut and fitted with original patinated brass hardware. Offered in fully original cond...
Brass
$3,554
H 82.68 in W 71.66 in D 21.66 in
art deco French wardrobe in the style of Maurice Dufrène from the 1930s
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large 1930s art deco wardrobe in the style of Maurice Dufrène. This armoire has two hinged side doors opening onto a series of shelves and a central door with a large mirror opening...
Mirror, Wood
$2,996Sale Price|25% Off
H 75.75 in W 47.75 in D 20 in
Large Vintage English & Art Deco Style Wardrobe Burled Maple & Walnut Frame
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Early to Mid-20th Century Vintage English & Art Deco style large wardrobe, armoire, or storage cabinet composed of a burled maple frame, walnut top corner & edge det...
Metal
$2,412
H 66.93 in W 36.03 in D 21.26 in
1930s VINTAGE ENGLISH ART DECO BURR WALNUT COMPACT DOUBLE WARDROBE LINEN PRESS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London A handsome British Art Deco cabinet with rich burr-walnut doors framed by lighter cross-banding and softly rounded corners. The clean plinth base and slim vert...
Walnut
Wonderful Swedish Glazed Art Deco Sideboard in Oak 1940s
Located in Meer, VAN
Art Deco Cabinet in Oak, Sweden, 1940s. Very distinct Art Deco cabinet with glass sliding doors, well executed in oak, oak veneer and oak burl veneer. It origins from Sweden, 1940s....
Oak
Sold
H 51.19 in W 49.22 in D 18.12 in
Restored Art Deco Cabinet, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Satin Wood, Czech, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This exceptional Art Deco cabinet originates from Czechoslovakia from the 1940s. It is a masterpiece designed by the legendary Jindřich Halabala for UP závody, characterized by timel...
Wood, Lacquer, Satinwood
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H 50.79 in W 59.06 in D 21.66 in
Restored Art Deco Sideboard, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Mahogany, Czech, 1920s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
An elegant Art Deco secretary from the 1920s, crafted in Czechoslovakia under the direction of Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody. This extraordinary piece of furniture is a masterpiece...
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
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H 45.28 in W 87.01 in D 25.99 in
Original Art Deco Buffet, by J. Halabala for UP Závody, Walnut, Czech, 1920s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This luxurious sideboard or commode with the poetic name "Tulipán," originating from the 1920s, represents the absolute pinnacle of interwar design in the Art Deco style. It was desi...
Walnut, Lacquer, Wood
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H 18.12 in W 49.22 in D 66.93 in
Original Art Deco Showcase, by J. Halabala for UP Závody, Walnut, Czech, 1920s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This original showcase named "Tulipán" originates from the 1920s and stylistically belongs to the Art Deco period. Its sophisticated design harmoniously combines the revived original...
Glass, Walnut, Lacquer
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H 16.15 in W 44.1 in D 15.36 in
Restored Art Deco Cabinet, by J. Halabala for UP Závody, Mahogany, Czech, 1940s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This cabinet is an exceptional collectors piece from 1940s Czechoslovakia, bearing the unmistakable signature of architect Jindřich Halabala. It was manufactured by the renowned UP Z...
Wood, Mahogany, Maple, Lacquer, Glass
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H 37.01 in W 49.61 in D 21.66 in
Restored Art Deco Buffet, By J. Halabala For Up Závody, Mahogany, Czech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This sideboard (bufet) is an iconic piece of interwar Czechoslovak design from the 1930s. It was designed by the legendary architect Jindřich Halabala, who, as the chief designer for...
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
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H 60.24 in W 37.41 in D 18.9 in
Sideboard credence Cabinet by Jindřich Halabala, 1930s / UP zavody
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1930s - designer: Jindrich Halabala - original good condition, refreshed - marked by manufacturer - publicated in books and catalogues - rare to find jr
Wood
1940s Jindrich Halabala Storage Cabinet , Czechoslovakia
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - repolished
Wood
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H 73.23 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Restored Art Deco Wardrobe, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1920s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This Art Deco wardrobe originates from Czechoslovakia and dates back to the early 20th century. It was designed by the renowned architect Jindřich Halabala and manufactured by UP Záv...
Walnut, Wood, Lacquer
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H 63 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Restored Art Deco Sideboard, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Designed by Jindrich Halabala, a renowned designer credited with ushering in the mass market production of furniture in his native Czechoslovakia. Made by UP Zavody, a well-known Cz...
Walnut, Glass, Wood, Lacquer
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H 30.71 in W 38.59 in D 20.08 in
1940 Art Deco Cabinet in Walnut wood for UP Závody , Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - good condition - cleaned - used renvation oil
Wood
1938s Art deco Cabinet in Walnut wood , Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned - repolished - good condition
Wood