The Ao Naga tribe is one of the major indigenous tribes in Nagaland and India Northeast rich in culture. The people have undying attachment to some artifacts that evoke their daily chores, which is the pipe for resting tobacco, which seems to have much practical and symbolic importance for the Ao-Nagas. An exceptional clay tobacco pipe is this smoking implement-a classic example of the Ao Naga craftsmanship where they work with natural materials. This pipe has a conical bowl that accommodates tobacco or any other substance that would be smoked. The conical bowl allows for an evenly burning smooth smoke.
It has a long inhalation stem that allows comfortable airflow for a nice smoking experience. Another interesting fact is that the mouth of the pipe is wrapped with iron wire. This may be for reinforcing and making the life span longer for the pipe, as well as giving an artistic touch to it. Iron wire adornment is a decorative that speaks of Naga workmanship, showing the ability of these people to make use of all materials available for their work. The most fascinating fact is that this tobacco pipe constitutes an entire cultural dimension for the Ao-Nagas. It includes everything from the communal eating with the social ceremonies between members of the tribe and allows associating the two entities that are brothers by birth.