George Bullock was a leading London- and Paris-based cabinetmaker who, although he died at age 40, influenced decades of British furniture design in the 19th century. He was a key figure in his day’s Empire and Regency design movements, and his furniture was often described as "Grecian." Bullock's solid wood cabinets, bookcases and dining room chairs were highly ornamental, complete with intricate inlay and marquetry in ivory, ebony and brass.
Bullock was born in 1777 in Birmingham, England, a city known at the time for its skilled artisans and craftspeople. In fact, his father made a living as a toy maker. Bullock first trained as an upholsterer and furniture maker, likely in his father’s workshop.
After moving to London, around 1800, he quickly gained a reputation for his innovative designs and skilled craftsmanship. Bullock worked for several prominent cabinetmakers, including Thomas Seddon and John Gee, before launching his own workshop, where he produced furniture in a variety of styles. With a keen interest in archaeology and natural history, he incorporated into his pieces motifs inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art, as well as naturalistic patterns featuring flora and fauna.
Bullock's work was highly sought by wealthy clients and aristocrats, even the exiled Napoleon Bonaparte. He produced pieces for many important homes and public buildings, including the Royal Pavilion in Brighton and the House of Lords in London. His success in London allowed him to open a second workshop in Paris, where he continued to produce furniture until his untimely death in 1818.
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Set of Eight Regency Dining Chairs, ex. collection of Edmond and Lily Safra
By George Bullock
Located in London, GB
Four Regency ormolu-mounted brass-inlaid ebony and oak side chairs, circa 1815, attributed to George Bullock, and four Arlington modern copies made to match, brass-mounted and inlaid...
Brass, Ormolu
$9,800 / set
H 34.65 in W 19.3 in D 21.26 in
Jørgen Christensens Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Christensen, set of eight dining chairs, leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1950s Exclusive set of eight dining chairs designed by Danish designer and cabinetmaker Jørgen Christe...
Brass
Rainer Daumiller Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Pine
By Hirtshals Sawmill, Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of eight dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine by Danish Rainer Daumiller in t...
Pine
$4,995 / set
H 33 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
Antique Set Eight Georgian Regency Flame Mahogany Dining Chairs Armchairs 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A fine set of eight antique Georgian, Regency period flame mahogany dining chairs, including two armchairs, circa 1820. This very elegan...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$8,000 / set
H 33.75 in W 20 in D 17 in
Set of Four English Regency Mahogany Dining Room Chairs, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of four English Regency mahogany upholstered and brass tacked dining room chairs with floral reeded cross hatching and terminating on tapered squared legs with spade feet. Set co...
Brass
$1,987Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 35.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Set Of 6 Regency Style Dining Room Chairs, Fruitwood, Ebonized, Italy
Located in Norwood, NJ
Set of 6 Regency Style Dining Room Chairs. Set of 6 fruitwood and ebonized Regency styled dining chairs. Black upholstery with off whi...
Fruitwood
Set of 4 Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of 4 antique regency quality mahogany dining chairs having a quality carved mahogany top rail, carved mahogany splat to the centre with a figured mahogany panel, newly reupholste...
Other
$1,356Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33 in W 20.5 in D 17.5 in
Antique English Regency Solid Mahogany Scroll Arm Dining Chairs, Set of 5
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Mahogany
$4,000 / set
H 43 in W 19 in D 21 in
Set of Eight Italian Walnut and Upholstered Dining Chairs, 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Set of eight Italian walnut and upholstered dining chairs, 20th century. Having upholstered backs and seats, with H-form stretchers.
Walnut
Set of Eight Lucite and Brass Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern set of eight dining chairs featured in a brass finished frame, Lucite seat and backrest. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Lucite
Regency Mahogany Set Of 8 Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A fine set of eight Regency mahogany dining chairs consisting six singles and two carvers having well figured top rails with carved decoration standing on elegant sabre legs. SHIPPI...
Mahogany
$30,000 / set
H 33.75 in W 22 in D 18 in
English Regency Set of Eight Mahogany Dining Room Chairs W/ Reeded Legs C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency set of eight mahogany dining room chairs with scrolled crest rails and arms, rectangular splat backs, barley t...
Muslin, Mahogany
Set of Eight Anodized Steel & Leather Dining Chairs
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
American; Set of eight dining chairs in anodized steel and leather seats. The chairs are made to order by Cain Modern, they are made in solid steel with an anodized finish and leath...
Steel