Tattoo Collection (#3)

Acadian man with tattooed body and a couple of native Canadian Indians. Lithography for the book
FLO4635451 Acadian man with tattooed body and a couple of native Canadian Indians. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Amerique et

The wrestler in costume with tassles and wrist bands. Lithograph by unknown artist with stencil handcolouring
FLO4684527 The wrestler in costume with tassles and wrist bands. Lithograph by unknown artist with stencil handcolouring from " Nos Travestis" (Our Fancy Dress Costumes), Paris

Family of Kamchatka (Russia) - Kamtchadal family with man in hooded coat, woman in animal fur with extensive tattoos
FLO4724085 Family of Kamchatka (Russia) - Kamtchadal family with man in hooded coat, woman in animal fur with extensive tattoos, and child in fur bodysuit - Handcoloured woodcut by M

Native of the coast of MOZAMBIQUE. Engraving 1885
JAB4121700 Native of the coast of MOZAMBIQUE. Engraving 1885; (add.info.: Native of the coast of MOZAMBIQUE. Engraving 1885); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Ani Matikino
2910303 Ani Matikino; (add.info.: 1882 Ani Matikino (Maori with face tattoos) photograophed in New Zealnd 1882.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Heta Te Haara
2910299 Heta Te Haara; (add.info.: 1880 Heta Te Haara, Ohaeawai (Maori chief with face tattoos) photograophed in New Zealnd 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Uli figure, 19th century (mixed media)
1068346 Uli figure, 19th century (mixed media) by Oceanic (19th century); 136.2078x46.83x42.54 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

A Woman from the Land of Eskimos, 1826 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879728 A Woman from the Land of Eskimos, 1826 (oil on fabric) by Cogniet, Leon (1794-1880); 62.9x57.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Leon Cogniet)

Cabinet Card of a tattooed woman, "Belle femme Avec Tattouages", Paris c.1890 (photo)
5910504 Cabinet Card of a tattooed woman, "Belle femme Avec Tattouages", Paris c.1890 (photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures

View of Enoshima in Sagami Province (Sōshū Enoshima no zu), c.1849-51
6371993 View of Enoshima in Sagami Province (Sōshū Enoshima no zu), c.1849-51; (add.info.: Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1798-1861. View of Enoshima in Sagami Province (Sōshū Enoshima no zu). about 1849-51

A Maori Chief from New Zealand. The tattoo on his face is not quite complete
3033718 A Maori Chief from New Zealand. The tattoo on his face is not quite complete, but the grooves in the skin produced by the peculiar method of Maori tattooing are very distinct

History and origins of tattooing - Ritual tattoos of a native of New Guinea Islands
5315228 History and origins of tattooing - Ritual tattoos of a native of New Guinea Islands; (add.info.: History and origins of tattooing - Ritual tattoos of a native of New Guinea Islands)

Chief Maori. in " The Peoples of the Earth" 1890
JAB5037212 Chief Maori. in " The Peoples of the Earth" 1890.; (add.info.: Chief Maori. in " The Peoples of the Earth" 1890.); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 1901, Necker Hospital, Monsieur Ricord, the man tattooed to christ
LUX4788256 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 1901, Necker Hospital, Monsieur Ricord, the man tattooed to christ, 1901 - photo Henry; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 1901

Woman Mondurucu, native of Brazil, 1868 (engraving)
7295217 Woman Mondurucu, native of Brazil, 1868 (engraving); Private Collection; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Tattooed woman, Chinese beggar and Indian woman - Strong water from the Encyclopedie of Natural History: Humanite
FLO4726931 Tattooed woman, Chinese beggar and Indian woman - Strong water from the Encyclopedie of Natural History: Humanite, by Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811), 1804 - Pict girl

Brahmin in turban carrying a book, and an Indian man with body painting. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert
FLO4704411 Brahmin in turban carrying a book, and an Indian man with body painting. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Native man of La Magdalena (Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Islands) with fan, loincloth, headdress and tattoos
FLO4695754 Native man of La Magdalena (Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Islands) with fan, loincloth, headdress and tattoos. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature

Native woman from the Saltikoff Islands, Ratak chain, Marshall Islands, with headdress, flower earrings
FLO4695644 Native woman from the Saltikoff Islands, Ratak chain, Marshall Islands, with headdress, flower earrings, tattoos and sarong

Rarick, Chief of the Island of Otdia (Wotje Atoll, Radack Chain, Marshall Islands)
FLO4695567 Rarick, Chief of the Island of Otdia (Wotje Atoll, Radack Chain, Marshall Islands). With headdress of shells and flowers, rolled green-leaf earrings, necklace and tattoos

Sugpiaq (Pacific Yupik) or Alutiiq man of Kodiak Island, Alaska. His earlobes and chin pierced with beads
FLO4722587 Sugpiaq (Pacific Yupik) or Alutiiq man of Kodiak Island, Alaska. His earlobes and chin pierced with beads, his face tattooed

Kouriat costumes (Siberia, Russia): men and woman in bete skins coats and a woman tattooed chukchi (Russia)
FLO4634625 Kouriat costumes (Siberia, Russia): men and woman in bete skins coats and a woman tattooed chukchi (Russia), with her children, in fur suits

Aborigines of Australia, a warrior with a body covered in scarifications and a woman with a fur cape
FLO4636035 Aborigines of Australia, a warrior with a body covered in scarifications and a woman with a fur cape. Lithography for the book

Tribes of South America: Yuri man with tattooed mouth, and Botocudo man with necklace, Brazil
FLO4688651 Tribes of South America: Yuri man with tattooed mouth, and Botocudo man with necklace, Brazil. Handcoloured lithograph by J

Hereni
2910305 Hereni; (add.info.: 1883 Hereni (Maori with face tattoos) photograophed in New Zealnd 1883.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Chicken Funny Illustration Art 01
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Cow Highland Illustration Art 01
Rafal Kulik

Cow Highland Illustration Art 02
Rafal Kulik

Cow Highland Illustration Art 03
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Cow Highland Illustration Art 04
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Cow Highland Illustration Art 05
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Cow Highland Illustration Art 06
Rafal Kulik

Fox Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 01
Rafal Kulik

Fox Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 02
Rafal Kulik

Giraffe Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 01
Rafal Kulik

Giraffe Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 02
Rafal Kulik

Lion Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 01
Rafal Kulik

Lion Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 02
Rafal Kulik

Lion Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 03
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Lion Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 04
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Wolf Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 01
Rafal Kulik

Wolf Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 02
Rafal Kulik

Boudica queen of the People of Scottland, c. 1820 (engraving)
1811806 Boudica queen of the People of Scottland, c. 1820 (engraving); (add.info.: Celtic people : people of Scottland, with their queen Boudica)

Japanese Man with Tattoos, c. 1910 (colour litho) (see also 398198)
473199 Japanese Man with Tattoos, c. 1910 (colour litho) (see also 398198); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures

Perspective
Arlen Keshishian

Fogo
Martin Krystynek MQEP

At The Beach 3
Baard Martinussen

A fall in love with flower
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"The Art of Tattoo: A Timeless Expression of Identity and Culture" Step into the world of tattoos, where history is etched onto the skin. From military traditions to stunning works of art, tattoos have captured our fascination throughout time. Intricate designs adorn bodies in a symphony of ink. One such masterpiece was created by Mr. Sutherland Macdonald of Jermyn Street, showcasing his skill and creativity in every stroke. The tattooed Victorian lady from 1897 stands as a testament to the boldness and individuality that they can bring. Not limited to one gender, Frank de Burgh proudly displayed his tattooed body in 1897, challenging societal norms with each glance he received. Meanwhile, the Torchlight Tattoo held at Nottingham Market Place brought together Robin Hood Rifles in a mesmerizing display of unity and pride. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves captivated by Maori Chieftains adorned with intricate tribal patterns in New Zealand. Their tattoos tell stories passed down through generations—a visual language connecting them to their ancestors. Even royalty has been touched by this ancient art form; Prince George's visit to Japan in 1881 saw him embracing Japanese culture through an exquisite tattoo design on his own body—an unexpected twist for a future king. Tattooing is not merely a trend but an age-old custom deeply rooted within societies worldwide and has transcended time and borders—leaving its mark on cultures from all corners of the globe. From shaman masks found on Queen Charlotte Islands in British Columbia to traditional Japanese designs dating back to the early 1900s—tattoos have become symbols representing personal beliefs, cultural heritage, or simply acts of self-expression. As fireworks illuminate Edinburgh's night sky during its annual festival celebration—a spectacle akin to vibrant ink spreading across flesh—we are reminded that tattoos continue to evolve alongside us humans. They remain an ever-present reminder that we are all walking canvases, each with a unique story to tell.