It was an Obor vessel, currently more commonly known by the designation of Adi, and comprised of a dried gourd, a natural material that is ever so often employed in making containers among tribal groups. The vessel is globular with a full rounded base that rests pleasantly when placed on any surface. Given the fact that such vessels are quite usually used in tribal life for heavy use and thus are fitted with protective cases in finely woven bamboo splits, this is a rare gourd vessel with such an accompanying case. The mouth and base of the gourd are strengthened with finely woven bamboo strips to bear witness to the intricate pattern woven into objects of everyday utility. Besides this, a small loop of bamboo slips is fastened on the upper part of the vessel, serving the practical purpose of holding, carrying, or hanging.
Traditional vessels of this type are invariably used for the carrying of water, storing local brews, grains or for carrying dry materials. The use of materials like gourd and bamboo speaks much about the sustainable living patterns and close affinity of the tribes with the environment; their utility design also makes it light and sturdy for carrying around, especially in the hilly and forested terrains of Arunachal Pradesh. The pot is not only for utility it also expresses the artistic expression and ingenuity of the Abor tribe. Its existence in both museums and tribal houses is a testimony to the ever-living Aboriginal legacy. Traditional vessels of this type are invariably used for the carrying water, storing local brews, grains or dry materials. The use of such materials as gourd and bamboo speaks much on the sustainable living patterns and close affinity of the tribes with the environment; their utility design also presents unique light and sturdy for carrying especially across the hilly and forested terrains of Arunachal Pradesh. Not only is this a utilitarian pot, but also it speaks of the artistic expression and ingenuity of the Abor tribe. Its existence in both museums and tribal houses stands testament to the testament of Aboriginalism ever alive.