#AP Art History: Hawaiian Art - Night Before Review 🌺

Hey there, future art historian! Let's dive into the fascinating world of Hawaiian art. This guide is designed to be your go-to resource for tonight, focusing on key concepts and making sure you're feeling confident and ready for the exam. We'll explore the significance of the ahu 'ula (feather cape), female deities, and hiapo (tapa cloth), all while making connections to broader AP themes. Let’s get started!

#Polynesian Art Overview

Before we zoom in on specific objects, let's set the stage. Polynesian art, including Hawaiian art, is deeply connected to:

• Ancestral Veneration: Honoring ancestors and their mana (spiritual power).
• Status and Power: Art often reflects social hierarchies and leadership.
• Ritual and Ceremony: Many objects are used in sacred contexts.
• Natural Materials: Artists utilize resources like feathers, wood, and bark.

#Ahu 'ula (Feather Cape)

#Symbolism and Significance

• Definition: Ahu 'ula are feather capes worn by Hawaiian ali’i (royalty).
• Material: Made from thousands of tiny feathers, often from the mamo bird, sewn onto a fiber base.
• Status: These capes are potent symbols of mana, power, and prestige.
• Context: Worn during ceremonies, battles, and important events.

#Visual Analysis

• Craftsmanship: Note the meticulous ...