Intarsio Side Table — Austins Intarsio Side Table - Austins

Orange inlay against near-black sheesham. The oldest Indian marquetry tradition, hand-placed segment by segment, for rooms that collect rather than decorate.

The inlay band at the top edge is the heart of this table — individual pieces of orange-amber and dark wood, hand-fitted in a continuous ring. We ground the inlay flush with the surface and polished it to a single plane. Below, the three bobbin-turned legs are themselves a lathe craft statement — each ring profile requires a steady hand on a heavy-capacity machine. The result is a table that earns a second look from every angle.

Harsha · Designer & Founder, Austins
Craftsmanship

The Making of the Intarsio Side Table

Designed by Harsha

In our Bangalore workshop, each Orange Side Table top is turned from solid sheesham before the inlay process begins. Individual orange-amber and dark wood segments are hand-fitted into routed channels around the top edge — a marquetry tradition that demands both patience and a true eye. The turned legs are shaped on the lathe by hand, one bobbin profile at a time.

01

The Inlay Band

Individual orange-amber and near-black inlay pieces, hand-fitted into a continuous channel around the tabletop edge — no two rings are identical. ::

02

The Marquetry Ring

Each segment is cut, placed, and pressed flush by hand before the surface is ground and polished to a single plane. ::

03

The Turned Legs

Three columns of bobbin-turned solid sheesham, each ring profile shaped on a large-capacity lathe — sculptural support beneath a jewelled surface.

Specifications

Built to Last

  • FrameSolid sheesham, dark walnut finish
  • TopSheesham with hand-inlaid marquetry band
  • OriginDesigned & made in Bangalore, India
  • MaterialWooden side table
  • Lead time6–8 weeks from order confirmation
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Owned for a Lifetime, Cared for Always

Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee, full restoration on request, and a designer who picks up the phone when you call.

Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee

Every joint, stitch, and finish is warranted for the lifetime of the original buyer.

Full Restoration Service

Reupholstery, refinishing, frame repair — at any point in the piece's life, returned to factory standard.

Care Concierge

A direct line to a designer for cleaning advice, swatch matching, or simply a second opinion on a room.

Client Favourites

Our Best-Selling Leather Shades

18 hand-picked shades across four leather families — chosen most often by our clients.

Camel
#1008
Ivory
#1012
Soul White
#2006
Dune
#2011
Ginger Tan
#2020
Pearl Beige
#3258
Burnt Orange
#3520
Soft Granite
#5501
Olive Drab
#5505
Forest Moss
#5506
Old Ash
#5508
Amber Spice
#5509
Antique Honey
#5510
Snowdust
#5513
Buttered Rum
#5514
Jade Lake
#5515
Crystal Blue
#5516
Charcoal Blue
#5519

Screen colours may vary slightly. Request a physical swatch before finalising your order.

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Frequently Asked

Before You Order

How long does it take to make the Intarsio Side Table?
6–8 weeks from order confirmation. We build one piece at a time — frame first, then upholstery, then a final hand-finish — so the timeline reflects real bench-time, not warehouse stock.
Can I customise the dimensions, leather, or wood?
Yes. Almost every dimension can be adjusted within structural limits, and the leather and wood swatches shown are starting points — speak to a designer if you'd like us to source something specific.
How does delivery work, and where do you ship?
We deliver across India with white-glove placement included. International shipping is available on request — our team will coordinate freight, customs, and last-mile placement at the destination.
What does payment look like for a custom piece?
A 50% deposit confirms the order and reserves your build slot in the atelier. The balance is due before dispatch. We'll share a transparent quote with material and labour breakdown after the consultation.
What if something needs repair years from now?
Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee. Reupholstery, refinishing, and frame repair are handled in-house — a piece built today can be brought back to the workshop a decade from now and restored.

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Some pieces are best understood in person. Sit in the Intarsio Side Table, feel the materials, see the craft catch the light. Speak with a designer about what you have in mind.