What is the significance of this feathered helmet? 2. describe the feathered helmet. which elements of art does the helmet use? 3. why are the feathers in the helmet important?

Hawaiian feather helmet,mahiole in the Hawaiian language represents a particular moment, the very beginnings of European contact with Hawaii. 

The helmet is covered in feathers. The top of it looks like a mohawk, it has got red feathers, and the very top is covered with yellow ones (observe the attached picture). The base of the helmet is orange. 

The helmets are constructed on a basket type construction. Feathers for the helmet are obtained from local birds. In some exceptions, human hair has also been used. This material is really valuable for the Hawaiian culture.