44 000 Kč
Armchair H-128 by Jindřich Halabala is an iconic example of Czechoslovak functionalist design of the 1930s. It was designed in 1931 for Spojené uměleckoprůmyslové závody (UP závody), where Halabala served as chief designer. This model is distinguished by its cantilever construction made of chromed steel tubing, which forms both the frame and the armrests. The seat and backrest are crafted from plywood, often veneered in oak or walnut, with armrests and back support made of solid oak wood. Armchair H-128 combines Bauhaus and functionalist influences with an emphasis on simplicity, practicality, and aesthetic clarity. Thanks to its timeless design and high-quality craftsmanship, it remains a highly sought-after collector’s piece and a symbol of modern interior design.
The most significant figure of Czechoslovak functionalist furniture
Jindřich Halabala was a Czech furniture designer, theorist, and visionary who fundamentally shaped the concept of modern living from the 1930s to the 1950s. As chief designer - and later head of development - at UP závody, he created collections that remain icons of interwar modernism to this day.
Halabala championed the idea that quality design should be accessible to a wide public. For this reason, he developed modular systems, serially produced furniture, and timeless pieces that combined aesthetics, function, and comfort. His concept of “living modernly” defined the visual culture of an entire generation.
Today, original Halabala pieces rank among the most sought-after collector’s items of Central European design. Their value continues to rise - not only as furniture, but as enduring cultural heritage.
