Daira Hand-Carved Sheesham Side Table | Hand & Hewn
Daira Side Table, hand-carved solid Sheesham wood by Hand & Hewn
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SIDE TABLE

Daira Side Table

HAND-CARVED SOLID SHEESHAM · MADE IN PAKISTAN

"The Art of the Essential"

DIMENSIONS21"H × 19" Diameter
MATERIALSolid Sheesham Wood
ORIGINPakistan
LEAD TIME4-6 Months
SOLID SHEESHAM, ALWAYSNo veneers, no particle board. Traditional joinery throughout.
INSURED WORLDWIDE SHIPPINGCustom-crated and insured in transit, with white-glove options.
MADE TO ORDEREvery piece begins after your commission, carved by hand in Lahore.
THE STORY

Behind the Daira

Named for the Urdu word meaning 'circle', Daira celebrates what happens when you strip away everything but perfection. No carving to hide behind, just the honest beauty of Sheesham grain, precision joinery, and a form so pure it feels inevitable. This is minimalism with a pulse.

CRAFTSMANSHIP

A circular top meets a triangular heart, supported by hand-tapered tripod legs. Geometry in motion, rooted in solid wood craftsmanship.

Master artisan hand-carving the Daira side table in solid Sheesham wood
DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

From Concept to Creation

Daira side table, inspiration phase
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Inspiration

The Daira was born from a meditation on side table design, a desire to create something that honors tradition while speaking to contemporary sensibilities.

Daira side table, iteration phase
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Iteration

Our design team spent months studying historical references, sketching countless iterations, and collaborating with our master artisans in Pakistan to refine every proportion and detail.

Daira side table, realization phase
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Realization

Every proportion is tested, every joint is considered. The final design emerges only when form, function, and craftsmanship align perfectly.

DESIGN DETAILS

Geometry in Its Purest Form

Daira pairs a 19-inch round top with a triangular core and three hand-tapered legs, standing 21 inches tall. With no carving to hide behind, every proportion is exposed, and every proportion has to be right.

  • A circular top balanced on a triangular heart and tripod base
  • Hand-tapered legs distribute weight while keeping the silhouette light
  • Minimalist form puts the natural Sheesham grain center stage
  • Precision joinery holds the piece together without visible hardware
Daira side table, design detail close-up
Daira side table, hand-carved Sheesham grain detail
Daira side table, finished piece in Hand & Hewn workshop
MATERIAL & CARE

Solid Sheesham, Built to Last

Crafted entirely from solid Sheesham wood, known as Indian Rosewood, your Daira will develop a rich patina over time, becoming more beautiful with each passing year.

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DURABILITY

One of the hardest hardwoods, resistant to wear and time

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SUSTAINABILITY

Responsibly sourced from managed plantations

BEAUTY

Rich grain patterns deepen and warm with age

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MAKE IT YOURS

Customization Options

While the Daira is beautiful as designed, our artisans can adapt dimensions, finishes, and details to perfectly suit your space. This is the essence of the Hand & Hewn experience.

DIMENSIONSAdjust height, width, or depth to fit your space
FINISHChoose from natural, walnut, ebony, or custom stains
DETAILSModify carving patterns or add personalized elements
HARDWARESelect knobs, pulls, or handles if applicable

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