Antique Upcycled Bullock Cart Chairs (Pair)

Heritage Seating from 1900s Punjab | Handcrafted from Solid Hardwood

Bring a sense of heritage, sustainability, and architectural drama into your interiors with this exceptional pair of Antique Upcycled Bullock Cart Chairs, crafted in Punjab around the early 1900s. Once integral to agricultural life, these solid hardwood structures were originally components of bullock carts—tools of everyday resilience that transported goods, produce, and families across India’s rural landscapes. Now, reimagined as striking seating, they embody a unique dialogue between past utility and present artistry.

✦ Architectural Heritage, Reimagined

The towering high-back design, reminiscent of the cart’s original structure, imbues these chairs with a regal, almost throne-like silhouette. Each retains arched bases, riveted joints, and geometric reinforcement, reflecting both the engineering brilliance of traditional cart-making and the artisanal skill of Punjab’s master woodworkers.

The wood bears an aged patina with naturally weathered textures, cracks, and tool marks—each imperfection a testament to decades of endurance and function. Their sculptural quality transforms them from simple seating into living artefacts, capturing the spirit of rural Punjab’s ingenuity.

✦ Key Features

• Authentic Early 20th-Century Origin – Crafted from bullock cart parts in Punjab, c. 1900.

• Solid Reclaimed Hardwood – Heavy, durable timber with natural patina and rustic depth.

• Striking Architectural Silhouette – High-back design with riveted details and arched bases.

• Cultural Resonance – Embodies India’s agrarian traditions and sustainable reuse.

• Unique Pair – Each chair distinct in its markings, yet designed as a harmonious duo.

• Artisan Transformation – From utilitarian transport to heirloom seating.

• Statement Versatility – Ideal for heritage-inspired interiors, boutique hotels, or collector’s displays.

✦ Cultural & Historical Context

Bullock carts were once the lifeline of agrarian India, essential for transport and trade before mechanisation. These chairs, reworked from salvaged cart parts, preserve not just wood but memories of journeys, markets, and village life. Today, they stand as both eco-conscious design and cultural storytelling, blending heritage craft with modern interior sensibilities.

✦ Dimensions

Large Chair

• Width: 80 cm

• Height: 195 cm

• Depth: 80 cm

• Weight: 120 kg

Smaller Chair

• Width: 80 cm

• Height: 185 cm

• Depth: 80 cm

• Weight: 110 kg

✦ Styling Tip

Style these commanding chairs as focal points in a grand hallway, reading corner, or sunlit conservatory. Pair with handwoven dhurries, jute rugs, or vintage brass accents for an earthy aesthetic, or contrast them with minimalist modern furniture for a bold eclectic statement. Perfect for boutique hotels, heritage resorts, or private collectors curating soulful interiors.

✦ Delivery & Collection

Due to their substantial weight and scale, these chairs are available for specialist white-glove delivery across the UK or local collection by arrangement. Please contact Regen Bespoke for delivery logistics and interior styling advice.

Exclusively available at Regen Bespoke
Where India’s everyday heritage is transformed into timeless, functional art.