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.
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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
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
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 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
Minibar-Luxury Glazed Drinks Cabinet by Jindrich Halabala
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
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
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
Restored Art Deco Wardrobe, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Mahogany, Czech, 1920s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco three-door wardrobe comes from Czechoslovakia from the early 20th century. It is the work of Jindřich Halabala and was custom-made in UP Zavody. The wardrobe is...
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
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 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
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
Restored ArtDeco Display Cabinet, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, Czech, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
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
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
Restored Art Deco Sideboard, by J. Halabala for UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
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
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
H 59.85 in W 33.86 in D 18.51 in
Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality Art Deco burr walnut compactum, circa 1930s Featuring a pull out hanging rail, shelves and a drawer The original key is missing but the latch works
Wood, Walnut
H 76.38 in W 36.23 in D 21.26 in
Vintage Limed Oak Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An oak hall cupboard dating to the late 1920s / early 1930s, finished in a light limed oak that highlights the natural grain. The front features an arched central door with chevron...
Oak
H 55.12 in W 29.93 in D 17.33 in
Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A stylish 1930s Art Deco compact wardrobe by Palatal Furniture, featuring beautifully figured burr walnut veneer to the doors with bookmatched patterning and original stepped handles...
Wood, Walnut
H 63 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in
Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe circa 1930's Inside is fitted out with a pull out hanging rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
H 75.99 in W 46.86 in D 20.08 in
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco walnut wardrobe - circa 1930's - Fitted out with two pull out clothes rails, coat hooks and a shelf Featuring decorative metal latch The wardrobe separates into two halves
Wood, Walnut
H 66.54 in W 36.23 in D 18.51 in
British Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Wardrobe, circa 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco walnut compact wardrobe featuring a skyscraper style front Complete with unique red bakelite and brass handles - circa 1930's Fitted out with a clothes and shoe rail
Wood, Walnut
H 63.39 in W 37.01 in D 19.69 in
Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An elegant English Art Deco two-door wardrobe crafted in richly figured walnut, dating from the early to mid 1930s. The piece features a refined gently bowed front with striking book...
Wood, Walnut
H 49.61 in W 31.11 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Grace, Geometric Cabinet in Oak, Thysells Möbler, Art Deco, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
This elegant Swedish Grace vintage cabinet is a refined example of mid century furniture design, showcasing high-quality craftsmanship and timeless appeal. The piece is executed in o...
Oak, Burl
H 72.84 in W 33.47 in D 11.82 in
Art Deco Wardrobe, Brass Frame, Mirror, French Design, 1930
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Art Deco Wardrobe The wardrobe presented here comes from France and dates to 1930. This elegant piece of furniture combines the characteristic features of Art Deco. This style was p...
Brass
H 73.23 in W 75.99 in D 23.23 in
Restored Art Deco Wardrobe, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Mahogany, Czech, 1920s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco three-door wardrobe comes from Czechoslovakia from the early 20th century. It is the work of Jindřich Halabala and was custom-made in UP Zavody. The wardrobe is...
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
H 74.81 in W 26.38 in D 16.15 in
Pair 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Cabinets
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1895 Pair 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Cabinets , Georgian Style with Brass Grilled Doors and glass shelves With keys Measures: W6...
Mahogany
H 92.52 in W 53.94 in D 18.9 in
19thC English Glazed Oak Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870 19thC English Glazed Oak Bookcase Cabinet Adjustable Shelves and original hardware with good form and colour. With original Key for top cabine...
Oak
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 Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
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
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
H 51.19 in W 52.37 in D 23.23 in
1940s Jindrich Halabala Storage Cabinet , Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - repolished
Wood
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 Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
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
H 63 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Restored Art Deco Sideboard, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, 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...
Walnut, Glass, Wood, Lacquer
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
H 20.48 in W 44.89 in D 13 in
1938s Art deco Cabinet in Walnut wood , Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned - repolished - good condition
Wood
H 24.41 in W 25.2 in D 16.54 in
Restored Art Deco Bar by Jindřich Halabala for Up Zavody, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Żory, PL
This bar cabinet, also called a tulip, was designed by Jindrich Halabala in the 1930s and produced by UP Zavody in Czechoslovakia. The bar has been completely restored, lacquered in...
Glass, Mirror, Wood
H 31.11 in W 47.25 in D 19.3 in
Art deco chest of drawers by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in ECHT, NL
Art deco sideboard by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody. Designed and made with great eye for detail. The Halabala style resonates in all ...
Wood, Burl
H 69.3 in W 39.77 in D 16.54 in
Restored ArtDeco Oak Display Cabinet, Jindrich Halabala, Czechia, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Oak Display Cabinet Designed by Jindrich Halabala Designer: Jindrich Halabala Maker: UP Zavody Source: Czechia Period: 1930-1939 Material: Oak, Glass Revived polish...
Glass, Oak
H 16.15 in W 44.1 in D 15.36 in
Artdeco Small Checkered Inlay Cabinet by Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, 1940s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Very well preserved unique Art Deco small cabinet. Source: Czechia - Czechoslovakia (Bohemia) Material: Checkered inlay of maple veneer combined with m...
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany, Maple
H 31.5 in W 38.19 in D 14.97 in
Gramophone Cabinet designed by Jindrich Halabala 1930's
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Vienna, Austria
Gramophone cabinet designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP zavody, Brno. Behind the door, left and right we find spaces for the records. Original th...
Walnut