1930s Extendable Dining Table by UP Brno, Attributed to Jindřich Halabala

1930s UP Brno extendable dining table attributed to Jindřich Halabala
Elevated view of the compact UP Brno dining table with dark-stained oak top
Front view of the 1930s Czechoslovak Modernist extendable dining table
UP Brno dining table showing its robust top, twin supports and metal base
Side view of the compact Modernist dining table with substantial oak tabletop
Close-up of the textured galvanised-metal base and twin wooden supports
Rounded corner and thick oak edge of the 1930s UP Brno dining table
Three-quarter view of the compact extendable table attributed to Halabala
End perspective showing the table’s sculptural support and broad metal base
End view of the UP Brno table showing its oak grain and pedestal construction
Side elevation of the Czechoslovak dining table with a solid central support
Close-up of the dark-stained oak tabletop, visible grain and central seam
1930s UP Brno dining table fully extended to its 205 cm length
Detail of the fitted central extension leaf and its metal hinge fittings
Full view of the tabletop separated in preparation for the extension leaf
Original UP Brno label preserved inside the table’s extension mechanism
1930s UP Brno dining table fully extended to its 205 cm length
Detail of the fitted central extension leaf and its metal hinge fittings
Elevated view of the fully extended oak dining table attributed to Halabala
Historic UP Brno catalogue page showing the H-356 and other table models
1930s UP Brno extendable dining table attributed to Jindřich Halabala
Elevated view of the compact UP Brno dining table with dark-stained oak top
Front view of the 1930s Czechoslovak Modernist extendable dining table
UP Brno dining table showing its robust top, twin supports and metal base
Side view of the compact Modernist dining table with substantial oak tabletop
Close-up of the textured galvanised-metal base and twin wooden supports
Rounded corner and thick oak edge of the 1930s UP Brno dining table
Three-quarter view of the compact extendable table attributed to Halabala
End perspective showing the table’s sculptural support and broad metal base
End view of the UP Brno table showing its oak grain and pedestal construction
Side elevation of the Czechoslovak dining table with a solid central support
Close-up of the dark-stained oak tabletop, visible grain and central seam
1930s UP Brno dining table fully extended to its 205 cm length
Detail of the fitted central extension leaf and its metal hinge fittings
Full view of the tabletop separated in preparation for the extension leaf
Original UP Brno label preserved inside the table’s extension mechanism
1930s UP Brno dining table fully extended to its 205 cm length
Detail of the fitted central extension leaf and its metal hinge fittings
Elevated view of the fully extended oak dining table attributed to Halabala
Historic UP Brno catalogue page showing the H-356 and other table models

1930s Extendable Dining Table by UP Brno, Attributed to Jindřich Halabala

€1,660.00

An exceptional Czechoslovak Modernist dining table manufactured by UP Brno during the 1930s and closely related to Jindřich Halabala’s celebrated H-356 design.

Combining a dark-stained oak surface with substantial wooden supports and textured galvanised-metal bases, the table has a confident architectural presence. Its concealed extension allows it to expand from a compact everyday table to an impressive dining table suitable for larger gatherings.

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About the Table

The table rests upon two solid wooden supports, each anchored by a broad base of textured galvanised metal. This substantial construction provides excellent stability and generous legroom while giving the table its distinctive architectural presence.

The unusually robust tabletop extends from 125 cm to 205 cm. Its two halves slide apart to accommodate a separate central leaf, made in the same dark-stained oak finish. This allows the table to transform easily from a compact everyday piece into a generous dining table for larger gatherings.

Finished on all sides, it has a sculptural quality that allows it to stand confidently within an open interior.

Design & History

The table is closely related to the H-356 desk designed by Jindřich Halabala for UP Brno. Both designs share a similar supporting structure, with two solid wooden uprights resting upon broad metal bases.

The principal difference lies in the top. The documented H-356 is a comparatively simple rectangular desk with a slender top and sharply defined right-angled corners. This version is considerably more substantial, with a thicker, more robust tabletop and a concealed extension mechanism that transforms it into a large dining table.

These differences suggest that it may have been a less common variation, a specially commissioned piece or a related model developed from the same design language. Without surviving documentation identifying this precise version, we describe the table as attributed to Jindřich Halabala.

Why We Like It

The table feels robust and architectural without appearing heavy. Its restrained form is enlivened by the rich oak grain and the softly textured metal bases, while the extending top makes it exceptionally practical.

It is a particularly compelling example of how Czechoslovak Modernism could unite functional engineering, quality craftsmanship and strong sculptural form.

Condition & Restoration

The table has been professionally restored with respect for its original materials and character.

The tabletop has been carefully refinished using traditional techniques, retaining the depth and warmth of its dark-stained oak veneer. Light signs of age and a gentle patina remain, particularly across the galvanised-metal bases, and are consistent with the table’s history.

The extension mechanism functions correctly, the construction is stable and the table is ready for use. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed record of its condition.

Details

Quantity: One table
Period: 1930s
Origin: Czechoslovakia
Manufacturer: UP Brno
Designer: Attributed to Jindřich Halabala
Materials: Beech, oak veneer and galvanised metal

Dimensions

Width: 125 cm
Extended width: 205 cm
Depth: 80 cm
Height: 77 cm

Delivery & Shipping

This table will be carefully packed and shipped from our studio in Brno, Czech Republic.

EU shipping: €220, confirmed at checkout
Estimated EU delivery: 3–5 working days

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