The wooden bowl is a complete etching of the watercraft and simple design as noted. The Kuki people, who are the other tribes that sporadically dwell in the northeastern states of India with particular reference to Manipur, cultivate their woodworks via their tradition as it connives a relationship that intertwines with the forests and natural resources around them. This distinctive bowl is beautifully circular in shape and is hand-carved out of a single piece of wood exhibiting the artisan's prowess in shaping and hollowing wood without any assistance from modern tools. The circular bottom is flat, offering stability to the bowl while dining on various settings. The opening is larger than the base, which is a traditional form and design of wooden bowls that has often facilitated easy use, whether in serving or preparing food.
Along the sides of the bowl are small handles which add charm and help in gripping or carrying the bowl, more so when filled with hot or heavy items. Such bowls usually serve food or liquids, but some Kuki societies also use them in rituals during festivals or public gatherings. Such wooden utensils are made from strong local wood resistant to wear and moisture; hence they are fairly durable and environmentally sustainable. Nowadays, like some of these traditional items would be found preserved in the Indian Museum, Kolkata, thus revealing an insight into Kuki tribes' material culture, traditions of utility, and environmental sustainability.