Angled top view of a walnut wood miniature shikara boat with a carved floral canopy, against a white background
Side view of a walnut wood miniature shikara boat with carved leaf details and a flat canopy supported by turned posts
Angled side view of a polished walnut wood shikara model with leaf carvings along the hull and scalloped canopy trim
Close-up of leafy branch carvings inside the rectangular canopy panel of a walnut wood shikara model
Walnut wood miniature shikara shown from the side, with an open seating area, raised ends and a carved canopy
Top view of a walnut wood shikara model showing its leaf-carved canopy and narrow pointed hull
Angled close-up of a walnut wood shikara's carved canopy, scalloped trim, supporting posts and open seating area

Handcrafted Walnut Wood Shikara Boat
Sale price$309.00
Hand-carved walnut wood

Carved by Kashmiri artisans, with natural grain and fine details that give each piece its character.

Wood: Walnut Wood
Artistry: Hand Carving
Size: 24" x 4" x 7" inches
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No customs duty
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Hand carved in Kashmir

Walnut wood, shaped by hand.

Animated illustration of hands carving a Chinar leaf into walnut wood
The hand carving of walnut wood, illustrated.

Kashmiri artisans carve into walnut wood, bringing depth and detail to its surface. Curves, leaves and floral forms sit alongside the natural grain.

Look closely at the carving and the wood itself: small variations in pattern, tone and grain give each piece its own character.

Natural grain. Individual character.

Walnut is a natural material. Its colour and grain vary from piece to piece, adding to the character of the hand carving.

From walnut wood to a carved piece

  1. Design

    The motifs and their arrangement give the piece its composition.

  2. Hand carving

    The artisan works into the walnut wood, shaping the details by hand.

  3. Depth and detail

    Carved forms bring dimension to the surface and reveal the grain beneath.

  4. Final details

    The finished piece brings together the carved pattern and the natural character of walnut wood.

THE KASHMKARI GIFT

A gift, made personal.

A hand-embroidered bag, a handwritten note and a name in calligraphy. Included with every order, whether it’s for you or someone you love.

KashmKari embroidered cotton gift bag on a warm ivory surface

An embroidered keepsake

A hand-embroidered Kashmiri bag, made to be kept.

An embroidered keepsake

A complimentary hand-embroidered Kashmiri bag accompanies your order. A thoughtful keepsake, made to be used and enjoyed.
KashmKari floral stationery with an example handwritten note

Your words, handwritten

A personal message, written by hand on your behalf.

Your words, handwritten

Example handwriting shown. Your gift note carries your own message.
English and Arabic name calligraphy examples presented together

Their name, in calligraphy

Handwritten in Arabic or English by Aisha Manzoor.

Their name, in calligraphy

Example names shown. Choose Arabic or English when you personalise your gift.

Ordering for yourself? Your name in calligraphy and a handwritten thank-you note are included.

Our Family Archive

A 150-Year Family Legacy

Our Great-Grandfather

Peerzada Saif-Ud-Din

Our great-grandfather began working with Kashmir’s master craftsmen around 150 years ago, beginning a family relationship with Kashmiri craft that continues to this day.

Our Grand Father & his brothers

Peerzada Bashir-Ud-Din

Our grandfather, together with his brothers, carried the family’s work beyond Kashmir. They travelled across India, including Allahabad and Varanasi, introducing Kashmiri craftsmanship to customers far beyond the Valley and building relationships across the country.

Our Father & his brother

Peerzada Naseer Ahmad

Our father and his brother worked alongside our grandfather from the ground up, helping shape every part of the business. They expanded manufacturing, built a strong wholesale presence in the local Kashmiri market, and established the family business as a trusted and respected name in Kashmir.

Fourth Generation

Noumaan & Hamees

Today, the fourth generation carries the family’s work forward through KashmKari. Building on the relationships, craftsmanship and knowledge passed down through our family, we are taking Kashmiri craft directly to customers around the world while continuing to work with artisans here in Kashmir.

From our workshops

Meet a few of our artisans

A few of the Kashmiri artisans whose handwork is part of Kashmkari. Across our collections, their patience and skill bring each design to life.

A Kashmiri artisan working by hand on a richly patterned pink shawl in the workshop

Hand embroidery · Kashmir

An artisan in a pale green shirt embroidering a light shawl by hand

Hand embroidery · Kashmir

An artisan in a blue shirt working fine needle embroidery on a shawl

Hand embroidery · Kashmir

REVIEWS FROM ACROSS KASHMKARI

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  • Free Worldwide Shipping

    Shipped directly from Kashmir.

  • Customs Duties Included

    No customs duties or hidden charges.

  • 14-Day Easy Returns

    Request a return within 14 days of delivery.