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Robert Slezák Sofas

Czech

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.

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Creator: Robert Slezák
Restored Bauhaus Tubular Steel Sofa by Robert Slezak, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Żory, PL
This Bauhaus style sofa was produced by Robert Slezak's company in the Czech Republic in the 1930s. The sofa has been completely renovated - it has varnished wood, new cushions uphol...
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Early 20th Century Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

Walnut Bauhaus Sideboard by Robert Slezak, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czechia, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Walnut Bauhaus sideboard by Robert Slezak. Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Material: Chrome-Plated Steel, Walnut, Glass Number of drawers: 3 Revived poli...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezak, Chrome, Leather, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant sofa, crafted by Slezákovy závody, represents the iconic Bauhaus design. The structure, made of chrome-plated steel, has been professionally cleaned and fitted with new ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

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.
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1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome

Bauhaus Red Tubular Chromed Steel Sofa by Robert Slezák, Design by Thonet, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with a lacquered wood and chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholst...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezak, Chrome, Quality Fabric, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant sofa from the early 20th century originates from the renowned Slezákovy závody workshop. Its frame is crafted from tubular chrome steel, which has been professionally cl...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This Bauhaus-style sofa originates from the first half of the 20th century and was manufactured by Robert Slezák. The frame is made of tubular chrome-plated steel, which has been exp...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome, Steel

Grey Bauhaus Sofa Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Designed by Thonet
By Robert Slezák, Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholstered with high qualit...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome

Bauhaus Black Tubular Chrome Sofa by Robert Slezák, Design by Thonet, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with a lacquered wood and chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholst...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome

Restored Black Bauhaus Sofa, Robert Slezak, High-Quality Leather, Chrome, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored black Bauhaus sofa by Robert Slezak. Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Number of Seats: 3 Material: Chrome-plate...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome, Steel

Bauhaus Red Tubular Chromed Steel Sofa by Robert Slezák, Design by Thonet, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with a lacquered wood and chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholst...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome

Restored Orange Bauhaus Sofa, Robert Slezak, High-Quality Leather, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Orange bauhaus sofa by Robert Slezak Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Number of Seats: 3 Material: Chrome-Plated Steel...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Red Tubular Chromed Steel Sofa by Robert Slezák, Fully Restored, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholstered to high quality ...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Restored Black Bauhaus Sofa, Designer Robert Slezak, High-Quality Leather, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored black Bauhaus sofa by Robert Slezak. Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Number of Seats: 3 Material: Chrome-Plate...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Red Tubular Chromed Steel Sofa by Robert Slezák, Design by Thonet, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with a lacquered wood and chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholst...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezak, Chrome, Beech, Polished, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Bauhaus sofa from the 1930s is an exceptional example of Czechoslovak functionalist design. It was produced by the renowned Slezákovy závody and has been meticulously re...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

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...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Robert Slezák Sofas

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Metal, Chrome, Steel

Fully Restored Bauhaus White Leather Tubular Chrome Sofa by Robert Slezák, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with a lacquered wood and chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholst...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Fully Restored Bauhaus Yellow Leather Tubular Chrome Sofa, Robert Slezák, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus-style sofa with chrome tubular steel frame. Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Manufactured by Robert Slezák. Number of seats: 3 The sofa is...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome, Steel

Restored Bauhaus Sofa by Robert Slezak, High-Quality Leather, Chrome, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Fully Restored Bauhaus Sofa with Chrome Tubular Steel Frame by Robert Slezak. Maker: Robert Slezak Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Chrome

Restored Bauhaus White Leather Tubular Chrome Sofa, Robert Slezák, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus white leather sofa with chrome tubular steel frame. Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Maker: Robert Slezák. Number of seats: 3 The sofa is ...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus White Tubular Chrome Sofa by Robert Slezák, Design by Thonet, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with a lacquered wood and chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholst...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Fully Restored Bauhaus White Leather Tubular Chrome Sofa by Robert Slezák, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus style sofa with chrome tubular steel frame. Manufactured by Robert Slezák in the 1930s. Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition. Upholstered to high quality ...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Robert Slezák Sofas

Materials

Chrome

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Robert Slezák sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Robert Slezák sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Robert Slezák sofas, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Robert Slezák were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by and Miroslav Navratil. Prices for Robert Slezák sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,221 and can go as high as $2,377, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,449.

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