Kumete

human history

Kumete. Bowl. Used as a container to hold food or liquids. Carved from rakau (wood). Kumete is tear drop shaped, carved to form a spout at one end. Kumete has slightly raised stub at the rim acts as a handle. Base of the kumete has four carved "feet" on which it stands. Dark brown in colour.

Accession number: 1969.81 Last Update: 5 Sept 2023
Other Name

Bowl (English)

Associated Place

Atiu/Cook Islands

Accession Number

1969.81

Accession Date

16 Apr 1969

Other Id

41120 (ethnology)

Department

Pacific

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