The conventional helmet stands as an extraordinary representation of the Naga tribe's artisan skills, made entirely from merging cane. The circular design is characterized by two rows of conspicuous wide cane strips wrapped around the circumference. The headgear is worn on special occasions during tribal games or festivals.
The material usage shows great respect from the tribe toward all natural resources of their surroundings. They work with these ordinary natural elements to create products, both functional and artistic. The simplicity of the design provides protection as well as adornment; their practical and aesthetic application in everyday and ceremonial life is testimony to their artistic orientation. Such helmets are an integral part of Naga traditional cultures, protecting the wearer in arduous settings and serving as a representation of community identity and tribal pride. Every layer and pattern in the weaving mirror the long history behind the art, passed down from generation to generation.