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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1940s Pair of Bedside Tables by Jindřich Halabala , Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - good original condition - cleaned - polished
Glass, Wood
1960s Czech Black Patinated Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech spider table by Jindřich Halabala showcases the designer’s mastery of sculptural form and mid-century innovation. Crafted in wood with a deep black patinated finish,...
Wood
1942s Set of Bedside Tables by Jindrich Halabala, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
Signature Good original condition Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood Polished Cleaned.
Glass, Wood
Bauhaus Chrome Flower Side Table / Stand/ Étagère by J.Halabala, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- Published in books and catalogues - Catalogue number H- 54 - Metal parts renovated - Chrome polished, bears signs of age - Around 1930s, Cze...
Chrome, Metal
H259 Spider Table by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by Jindrich Halabala, this iconic side table was produced in the former Czechoslovakia, circa 1930-50. Known as the ‘spider table,’ the H259 owes its name to the playful cur...
Bentwood
Set of Two Night Stands by Jindřich Halabala for UP Zavody, 1939s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- hand painted - cleaned
Wood
1960s Czech Black Patinated Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech black patinated spider table by J. Halabala is an iconic example of the designer’s sculptural approach to mid-century furniture. The table features four elegantly ar...
Wood
Restored Art Deco Side Table, by J. Halabala for UP Závody, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This table is an elegant example of 1930s Czechoslovak design, created by one of the most prominent architects of the era, Jindřich Halabala. It was manufactured by the famous UP Záv...
Lacquer, Wood, Beech
Art Deco “Spider Table” Model 259 by Jindrich Halabala for Up Závody
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This Art Deco coffee table known as the "spider table" (Model H259) was designed by Jindrich Halabala and is produced by Spojené UP Zavody in 1930. This 'Spider' model table feature...
Wood
Set of Two Bedside Tables Designed by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950's
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, glass - glass has some signs use (scratch) - good, original condition.
Glass, Wood
1960s Czech Walnut Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech walnut spider table by renowned designer Jindřich Halabala exemplifies his innovative approach to modernist furniture design. The table’s sculptural silhouette featu...
Walnut
1940s Set of Bedside Tables by Jindrich Halabala, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
Signature Good original condition Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood Polished Cleaned.
Wood
Modernist Side Table by Jindrich Halabala, Stained Oak Wood, Linoleum, 1930
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist end table model H 174 designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured by UP Závody, Brno, circa 1930. The table is made of stained oak and features an extendable shelf with ...
Metal, Chrome
$3,100 / set
Lacquered Jindrich Halabala 'Spider' Side Tables
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of Jindrich Halabala H259 'Spider' side tables. Freshly lacquered in black. A classic shape with a refreshed look.
Wood
Midcentury Design Flower Stand H-54 by Jindřich Halabala for Hynek Gottwald
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Midcentury design flower stand H-54 by Jindrich Halabala for Hynek Gottwald. Very good original condition with signs of suage and age. Litte trace of corosion.
Metal, Steel
1960s Czech Walnut Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech walnut "Spider" table by renowned designer Jindřich Halabala exemplifies Mid-Century Modern innovation with its sculptural elegance and distinctive form. The thick, ...
Walnut
Jindrich Halabala Designed Square-Shaped Wooden Side table w/Spider Legs, 1930's
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Czechoslovakian side table by Jindrich Halabala, circa 1930's. This antique side table from the former country of Czechoslovakia, now the Czech Republic, features a square-shaped top with rounded edges, which is raised upon four curved legs (which gives this style it's "spider" name). The walnut top contrasts nicely against the darker stained beech wood legs. There are some slight areas of wear and patina, primarily along some of the edges, typical for a piece of this age. This Jindrich Halabala spider table...
Wood
1960s Czech Black Patinated Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech “Spider” table by Jindřich Halabala captures the sculptural elegance and refined craftsmanship characteristic of his mid-century designs. The table features a distin...
Wood
$1,887 / item
Side Table H259 by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Table by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody Brno still unrestored several pieces available delivery time 4-5 weeks
Beech, Nutwood
1950s Jindrich Halabala Mahogany Bedside Tables, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Refurbished - some sign of use in the veneer parts - sturdy and stable.
Wood, Mahogany
1960s Czech Black Patinated Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech “Spider” table by Jindřich Halabala captures the sculptural elegance and refined craftsmanship characteristic of his mid-century designs. The table features a distin...
Wood
Chrome Oak Bauhaus Trolley, Completely Restored, Halabala, UP Zavody, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Early 20th century unique Czech Bauhaus trolley. Period: 1920-1929. Material: Oak and chrome-plated steel Source: Czech (Czechoslovakia) Maker: U...
Chrome
Bauhaus Tubular Steel Side Table B 12 by Marcel Breuer, 1930s
By Marcel Breuer, Mücke & Melder
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Originally designed by Marcel Breuer and catalogued as model B 12, this elegant Bauhaus side table stands as a hallmark of rational design. Manufactured in the 1930s by Mücke & Melde...
Steel, Chrome
$1,238
H 26.78 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
Small Czech Restored Black Chrome Bauhaus Table, R19, Robert Slezák, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Small Czech chrome Bauhaus table. Material: Chrome-plated steel and Oak Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia.
Chrome
$943
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 18.12 in
Restored Bauhaus Side Table, by Marcel Breuer for Mücke-Melder, Czech, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This table is an icon of 20th-century modern design, bearing the signature of one of the most influential designers of the Bauhaus movement, Marcel Breuer. It was manufactured in the...
Steel, Chrome
$2,418 / set
H 25.6 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
Restored Bauhaus Pair of Bed-Side Tables, by Sab, Chrome, Wood, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Pair of Bed-Side Tables Period: 1930-1939 Maker: Sab Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Material: Chrome-plated steel, lacquered wood The chrome parts have been clea...
Steel, Chrome
$2,123 / set
H 19.69 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Restored Bauhaus Bedside Tables, Chrome, Lacquered Wood, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant pair of Bauhaus bedside tables comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century. They are made of tubular chrome steel and lacquered blockboard. The ta...
Steel, Chrome
$2,005 / set
H 24.02 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Restored Bauhaus Bedside Tables, by R. Slezák, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This pair of bedside tables from the early 20th century is an outstanding example of Bauhaus functionalist design. Manufactured in Czechoslovakia, they seamlessly combine elegant chr...
Steel, Chrome
Pair of bedside tables by Axel Larsson, Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Larsson, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful set of bedside tables designed by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1940s. Circular shape with a body made in elm. Glass top with a checkered pattern. Drawers ...
Brass
$1,746
H 66.93 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in
Restored Dressing Table with Mirror by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody, 1940s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Żory, PL
Designed by Jindřich Halabala and made in 1940 by UP Závody in Czechoslovakia, this dressing table with mirror has a restored wooden frame with a satin varnish finish. The original m...
Glass, Mirror, Wood
$578
H 24.81 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Coffee Table Called "Spider", Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1950, made in Czechoslovakia - Original and good condition - Marked by manufacturer.
Beech
$421Sale Price|68% Off
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Rare Spider Coffee Table by Jindrich Halabala, Czechoslovakia, 1930
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Zohor, SK
The unique style of this table is recognized all-over the world. Designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody in Czechoslovakia in 1930s. The table design is appreciated for decades- ...
Oak, Walnut
$707
H 25.6 in W 20.87 in D 14.77 in
Restored Art Deco Side Table, by J. Halabala for UP Závody, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This table is an elegant example of 1930s Czechoslovak design, created by one of the most prominent architects of the era, Jindřich Halabala. It was manufactured by the famous UP Záv...
Lacquer, Wood, Beech
$2,793
H 25.25 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
Jindrich Halabala Designed Square-Shaped Wooden Side table w/Spider Legs, 1930's
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Czechoslovakian side table by Jindrich Halabala, circa 1930's. This antique side table from the former country of Czechoslovakia, now the Czech Republic, features a square-shaped top with rounded edges, which is raised upon four curved legs (which gives this style it's "spider" name). The walnut top contrasts nicely against the darker stained beech wood legs. There are some slight areas of wear and patina, primarily along some of the edges, typical for a piece of this age. This Jindrich Halabala spider table...
Wood
1960s Czech Walnut Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech walnut spider table by renowned designer Jindřich Halabala exemplifies his innovative approach to modernist furniture design. The table’s sculptural silhouette featu...
Walnut
1960s Czech Walnut Spider Table By J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech walnut spider table by renowned designer Jindřich Halabala exemplifies his innovative approach to modernist furniture design. The table’s sculptural silhouette featu...
Walnut
1960s Czech Spider Table by J. Halabala in Original Patina
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech “Spider” table, designed by Jindřich Halabala, exemplifies his innovative approach to mid-century modern design. Crafted in rich, dark-stained wood, the table featur...
Wood
1960s Czech Spider Table by J. Halabala in Original Patina
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech “Spider” table, designed by Jindřich Halabala, exemplifies his innovative approach to mid-century modern design. Crafted in rich, dark-stained wood, the table featur...
Wood
Art Deco style walnut table.
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Chorzów, PL
The round Art Deco table comes from the mid-20th century. A unique table made of exotic wood - African bubinga, characterized by speckled wood grains. The table is in very good cond...
Walnut
Sold
H 26.38 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
"Spider" table, designed by J. Halabala, Czechoslovakia, UP Zavody, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Chorzów, PL
A table designed by J. Halabala in the 1930s. A table commonly called a "spider", model H-259. A design classic from the first half of the 20th century. A piece of furniture in ver...
Walnut
1960s Czech Wooden Side Table By. J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech wooden side table by Jindřich Halabala exemplifies his signature blend of modernist function and elegant form. Featuring a circular top and a lower tier for addition...
Wood
Sold
H 21.26 in W 29.14 in D 14.18 in
1938s Set of Bedside Tables by Jindrich Halabala, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Made of wood. - Good, original condition. - Cleaned
Wood
H259 Spider Table by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by Jindrich Halabala, this iconic side table was produced in the former Czechoslovakia, circa 1930-50. Known as the ‘spider table,’ the H259 owes its name to the playful cur...
Wood
H259 Spider Table by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by Jindrich Halabala, this iconic side table was produced in the former Czechoslovakia, circa 1930-50. Known as the ‘spider table,’ the H259 owes its name to the playful cur...
Wood
Sold
H 23.23 in W 16.15 in D 13.78 in
1950s Set of Bedside Tables by Jindrich Halabala, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Made of wood. - Good, original condition. - Cleaned.
Chrome
H259 Spider Table by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by Jindrich Halabala, this iconic side table was produced in the former Czechoslovakia, circa 1930-50. Known as the ‘spider table,’ the H259 owes its name to the playful cur...
Bentwood