Best known for his sleek, Bauhaus style, designer Robert Slezák was a pioneer in the manufacturing of chrome and bent-metal furniture during the early 20th century.
Born in the town of Bystřice pod Hostýnem in today’s Czech Republic, Slezák originally trained as a locksmith and in 1908 established a locksmith’s workshop in his hometown. What began as a small business providing common locksmith products grew into the Slezák Factory, which made brass fittings for furniture and buildings. In 1911, Slezák became one of the first manufacturers in Europe to use a galvanic coating of copper, chromium and nickel on the surface of his products.
Starting in 1913, Slezák focused on designing and producing brass and metal furniture with wood accents, like chairs, beds and tables. By the 1930s, Slezák’s furniture style began to evolve towards mid-century modern and Bauhaus design, leading to streamlined and tubular three-seat sofas, stools, bent-metal chairs, wood and chrome coffee tables, desks, lighting and cabinets. During this time, Slezák also collaborated with the Czech furniture company Ton N.P. Bystřice pod Hostýnem on pieces including his Bauhaus chrome and walnut side table.
After 1948, Slezák’s firm became part of the Kovona furniture-making company, which continued to produce and recreate Slezák’s designs from the 1950s to the 1980s. Since 1992, the Czech furniture manufacturer has been known as Kovonax.
Today, Slezák’s designs remain highly sought after by interior designers and collectors of mid-century and Bauhaus furniture.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Robert Slezák seating, tables, lighting and more.
Restored Bauhaus Pair of Chairs, Robert Slezak, Chrome, Beech, Czechia, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Pair of Chairs by Robert Slezak. Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Maker: Robert Slezak Period: 1930-1939 Material: Beech, Chrome-plated Steel Revived polish. The ch...
Metal, Chrome, Steel
Pair of Bauhaus Tubular Steel Chrome Armchairs, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - very good original condition with patina - bakelite armrests - chrome perfectly preserved - suitable for a new upholstery jr
Steel
Chrome Bauhaus Robert Slezák 3-Seat Sofa, 1940s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of chrome, fabric - Original upholstery - Dimensions of mattress: W 185cm x D 83cm - Good, original condition.
Chrome
$4,800 / set
H 29.14 in W 22.84 in D 23.63 in
Danish Modern, Set of 6 Bamboo / Rattan Dining Chairs by Robert Wengler, 1930s
By Robert Wengler
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful and rare set of 6 Danish armchairs / dining chairs by renowned Copenhagen wicker maker R. Wengler. Crafted in bamboo and rattan, the chairs feature elegant curved armrest...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
$11,995 / set
H 31 in W 22 in D 24 in
Thonet Bauhaus Brno Style Chairs Chrome & Cognac Leather Cantilever Set of 12
By Lilly Reich, Thonet, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal Bauhaus style Thonet chrome tube cantilever frame & cognac leather armchairs in the style of Brno chair by Mies van der Rohe, & Lilly Reich, set of 12. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There is a bit of “stretch” in the leather of some of the seats from wear, but we think it gives the leather a good comfy look and feel. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th to Early 21st Century, designed 1928-1930. We have A DOZEN reasons for you to check out this listing!!! This is a GORGEOUS set of TWELVE Modern Thonet Bauhaus or Art Deco style armchairs comprised of chrome tube cantilever frames and cognac leather seats & backs, and they are in the style of the Brno chair by Mies van der Rohe, & Lilly Reich. What a history this chair design holds!! The actual construction & design for the Brno chair by Thonet...
Chrome
$9,142
H 31.5 in W 90.56 in D 33.47 in
1930s Bauhaus Multifunctional Daybed, Robert Slezák, Tubular Steel, Storage Unit
By Robert Slezák
Located in Berlin, DE
This multifunctional daybed was manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s and is a fine example of Bauhaus-era tubular steel furniture. Designed to function as both a sofa and a day...
Steel, Chrome
$1,920 / set
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 19.3 in
1930s Set of Four Restored Art Deco Dininng Chairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Carefully refurbished - Walnut veneer
Fabric, Wood
$2,795 / set
H 31 in W 17 in D 16.5 in
Vintage Bauhaus Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs w/Cane Seats by Thonet Set of 5
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Bauhaus style beech bentwood dining chairs w/hand caned seats stamped “Made in Romania” which denotes being made by Thonet, set of 5. These pieces have been attribu...
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
$628 / set
H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Antique Bentwood Chairs Austrian Beechwood Dining Chairs 1930s
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Antique Bentwood Chairs, Austria, 1930s–1950s The listed price is for both chairs. A charming pair of antique bentwood chairs dating ...
Bentwood
$2,057
H 32.29 in W 22.05 in D 25.6 in
Restored B34 Bauhaus Cantilever Chair, Plywood & Chrome, By Marcel Breuer, 1930s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Żory, PL
Iconic cantilever armchair model B34, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928 during the Bauhaus period. This example features the uncommon plywood seat and backrest, characteristic of ear...
Steel, Chrome
$14,000 / set
H 35 in W 21 in D 23 in
Set of 6 Art Deco Dining Chairs, Beech Wood & Grey Velvet, 1930s
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 6 Art Deco French Dining Chairs A set of 6 chairs is made out of beech tree wood and re-upholstered in a grey velvety fabric. There are 2 chairs with armrests and 4 without. I...
Fabric, Beech
$1,484
H 31.11 in W 22.84 in D 23.63 in
Bauhaus Tubular Steel Chrome Desk Chair 1930s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - Original condition - wooden parts restored, chrome with patina - new upholstery jt.
Chrome
$1,598 / set
H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 22.05 in
Tubular Steel designn Chrome Bauhaus Chairs - 1930s, functionalism
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - original condition, new textile - chrome with patina - original screws
Steel, Chrome
$1,495 / set
H 34.5 in W 16 in D 19 in
Pair Made Italy Bauhaus Style Bistro Café Chairs Chrome Cane Seat After Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Bauhaus style made in Italy after Thonet chrome frame with wood & cane seat bistro or café chairs, a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The wood ring on one of the chair seats was split in the back and has been repaired. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s. Isn’t this a charming pair of chairs? We sure think so! This is a wonderful pair of Italian bistro...
Chrome
Restored Bauhaus Chrome Chair by Rudolf Vichr Prag, 1930s
By Rudolf Vichr
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, - 1930s - Maker: Rudolf Vichr Prag(marked) --Wooden parts restored -Chrome cleaned -The chrome parts show signs of age.
Chrome
$877Sale Price / set|45% Off
H 28.35 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
Set Of 4, Black Oak Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia 1930s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful set of dining chairs produced in Czechoslovakia in 1930s, in the between war period. The chairs were completely restored. Originally produced from oak wood with a beautiful...
Oak
Sold
H 32.68 in W 15.36 in D 18.9 in
Set of 4 Bauhaus Cantilever Plywood Desk Chairs by Robert Slezák, 1930s
By Robert Slezák, Slezak Company
Located in Prague, New Town
Set of 4 Bauhaus cantilever chrome-plated tubular steel and plywood desk chairs designed by Robert Slezák for Slezákovy závody in Czechoslovakia, 1930s. Date of manufacture: 1930s O...
Steel, Chrome
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H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 20.08 in
Pair of Green Bauhaus Chairs Made in 1930s Czechia, Made by Robert Slezák
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
These green dining chairs are made by Robert Slezák, a famous manufacturer in Czechia from the 1930s. The chairs are in original, pristine condition and have not been restored.
Steel, Chrome
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H 32.68 in W 20.87 in D 15.75 in
Set of four chairs with table by Robert Slezák, functionalism, 1935
By Robert Slezák
Located in Praha, CZ
The items made in slezákovy závody Bystrice pod Hostýnem, Czechoslovakia. Table is made of chromed pipes and veneered wood, the veneer is walnut. Dimension of table is 73 x 80 x 80. ...
Chrome