Kumete. Bowl. Carved from rakau (wood). Oval in shape. Two handles, each at opposite ends. One handle carved into a spout to pour contents out. Light brown in colour with varying striations. Crack at one side, at on the base of the kumete. Evidence of pest damage. "2/2" handwritten in blue crayon on the bottom of the kumete; "pres. MANIHIKI IS. 9525 2/24" handwritten in black ink on underside of kumete; "pres. W. WRIGHT" handwritten in black ink on white circular serrated sticker; "(MANAHIKI)" handwritten in black ink on white circular sticker on the underside of the kumete.