Kashmiri Hand Carved Walnut Wood Shikara | 24 Inch Long

A 24 inch shikara carved in genuine Kashmiri walnut wood, with canopy, seating and the curved prow that gives the boat its silhouette.

Product Overview

This is the larger shikara in the collection, long enough to work as a console or sideboard centrepiece rather than a shelf ornament. Hull, canopy frame and interior seating are carved by hand.

About Kashmiri Walnut Wood

Kashmir is the only region in India where walnut trees grow at the altitude required for dense, close-grained timber. The wood is naturally rich brown and takes fine detail without splitting.

Craftsmanship

Carved by hand in Kashmir. The canopy frame is the finest section and is cut last, once the hull is fully shaped.

Design Details

• Size: 24 inches long
• Shikara form with canopy and seating
• Curved carved prow
• Natural walnut brown, natural wood finish
• Free standing display piece

Uses

Console and sideboard centrepiece, reception desk, cafe and hotel display, corporate gifting.

Care Instructions

Dust with a soft dry brush. Lift by the hull, never by the canopy. Keep away from direct sunlight, damp surfaces and water.

Product Details

Story Behind the Craft

Walnut wood carving settled in Kashmir centuries ago and stayed, largely because the Valley grows the timber the craft needs. The shikara is the single most recognisable image associated with Kashmir, and carvers have reproduced it in walnut for generations.

Why Choose Kashmir Origin

• Authentic Kashmiri walnut wood
• Crafted by skilled Kashmiri artisans
• Heritage craftsmanship
• Quality checked
• Secure packaging
• Fast shipping across India and worldwide

Looking for Bulk Orders?

Suitable for hotels, corporate gifts, wedding gifts, retail stores, interior designers and export orders. WhatsApp +91 7006586760.

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FAQs

What is a shikara?
A shikara is the light wooden boat used on Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake in Srinagar, rowed with a heart shaped paddle and typically fitted with a canopy.

How does this differ from the 12 inch house boat piece?
Different vessels. A shikara is a small rowed boat; a house boat is a moored residence. This shikara is also considerably larger at 24 inches.

Is the canopy fragile?
The canopy frame is the thinnest section. Lift the piece by the hull, never by the canopy, and dust with a soft dry brush.

Is this real Kashmiri walnut wood?
Yes. Solid walnut grown in the Kashmir Valley, sourced directly from artisan workshops.

How is it packed and shipped?
Wrapped in protective layers with reinforced corners in a rigid box, shipped across India and worldwide with tracking.

Can I order this in bulk?
Yes. Popular for hotel display and corporate gifting. WhatsApp +91 7006586760.