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The Abor Tribe, otherwise called Adi, is located in Arunachal Pradesh in northeastern India. The tribe enjoys great acclaim for its traditional arts and crafts, with one of its more interesting artifacts being the brass tobacco pipe. This unique metal article elaborately carved with designs is used by the Abor in several social occasions and ceremonial lore. The body of the brass tobacco pipe is curved, providing beauty to the pipe and comfort to the user while being smoked. The shorter pipe stem aids the easy smoking and handling of the pipe. Among the most distinctive aspects of this pipe is the design engraving at the end of the pipe, displaying the Abor tribe's metalwork skill. This decoration is often highly elaborate, indicating the tribe's craftsmanship and cultural identity. The bowl is cylindrical with a deep groove for holding the tobacco firmly. The deep groove permits the tobacco to remain firmly in its place when smoking. Another unique feature is the hook on the upper part of the pipe. The hook, which is both decorative and functional, could be used to hang the pipe or clip it to a belt or other articles during travel or social functions.
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The Abor Tribe, otherwise called Adi, is located in Arunachal Pradesh in northeastern India. The tribe enjoys great acclaim for its traditional arts and crafts, with one of its more interesting artifacts being the brass tobacco pipe. This unique metal article elaborately carved with designs is used by the Abor in several social occasions and ceremonial lore. The body of the brass tobacco pipe is curved, providing beauty to the pipe and comfort to the user while being smoked. The shorter pipe stem aids the easy smoking and handling of the pipe. Among the most distinctive aspects of this pipe is the design engraving at the end of the pipe, displaying the Abor tribe's metalwork skill. This decoration is often highly elaborate, indicating the tribe's craftsmanship and cultural identity. The bowl is cylindrical with a deep groove for holding the tobacco firmly. The deep groove permits the tobacco to remain firmly in its place when smoking. Another unique feature is the hook on the upper part of the pipe. The hook, which is both decorative and functional, could be used to hang the pipe or clip it to a belt or other articles during travel or social functions.

More than the smoking apparatus, the brass tobacco pipe represents the importance of social standing, craftsmanship, and communal rituals for the Abor Tribe. It is used mostly during gatherings and holds a firm position in tribal rites and social interaction.
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