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Bauhaus Tubular Steel Armchair K 17 by Robert Slezák, 1930s
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Product description
A striking Czech reinterpretation of Marcel Breuer’s iconic B64 chair, this rare model K 17 was designed by architect and innovator Robert Slezák and produced by the Slezák factory in Bystřice pod Hostýnem, Czechoslovakia in the 1930s.
Rooted in Bauhaus ideals but reimagined through a Czechoslovak functionalist lens, the chair maintains the elegant cantilevered structure in chrome-plated tubular steel, while introducing subtle differences: a single vertical steel brace reinforces the curved caned backrest, giving it a distinctive architectural character. The bentwood armrests and frame edges retain a darker finish, contrasting beautifully with the newly handwoven natural cane seat and back.
Documented under the original Slezák factory catalogue number K 17, this model exemplifies the cross-pollination of international modernism and regional craftsmanship that defined interwar Czech design. The piece has been partially restored—its cane seat was expertly re-woven using traditional methods, while the chrome and wood surfaces were carefully cleaned and polished. Minor wear has been preserved to maintain the chair’s historical patina and authenticity.
A visually captivating and historically important object, this armchair stands as a rare and collectible piece of Czechoslovak modernism—ideal for collectors, architects, and Bauhaus enthusiasts.
Specifications
CategoryArmchairsConditionVery goodColorsBrown, Beige, SilverMaterialRattan, Wood, ChromeNumber of items1StyleVintageHeight84 cmWidth56 cmDepth60 cmSeat height45 cmSigns of usageScratchesSeller locationPrague, CzechiaDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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ProfessionalPrague, CzechiaOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 4 sales