Tattoo Collection (#6)

72-year-old Wilf Hardy whos body is covered in tattoos. He is pictured with Tattooist Tiger Sid (John Siddons). 8th December 1979

Tattooist Jimmy Gould has bought the skin of his client, Brian Cowell. September 1979

Tattooist John Taylor, 16, from Kings Lynn tattooing Della Gilbert, 20. 1st July 1978

The Golden Miles Tattooed Lady and Headless Wonder have got engaged. The Tattooed Lady, otherwise known as Gillian Shuttleworth is pictured with her fiance Jimmy King in Blackpool. 6th November 1969

The Golden Miles Tattooed Lady, Gillian Shuttleworth. 6th November 1969

Illustration of a Nukagiva Man Making Tattoos on Another Man's Body, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

Measuring shell money-Tolowa, c1923. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Measuring shell money-Tolowa, c1923. Man holding string of shells

A Man From Nukagiva Island with Tattoos on His Body, 1813. Creators: Jegor Skotnikoff, Ignaz Sebastian Klauber
A Man From Nukagiva Island with Tattoos on His Body, 1813.. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

A Man From Nukagiva Island, 1813. Creator: Jegor Skotnikoff
A Man From Nukagiva Island, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

View of Cemetery on Nukagiva Island, 1813. Creator: Koz'ma Vasil'evich Chesky
View of Cemetery on Nukagiva Island, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

Inhabitants of the lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. Creators: Alexander Postels, Godefroy Engelmann
Inhabitants of the lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. One of 65 lithographs that were included in the volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin

Inhabitants of the lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. Creators: Alexander Postels, Godefroy Engelmann
Inhabitants of the lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. One of 65 lithographs that were included in the volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin

2009 MotoGP Championship - Valencia
Round 17, Valencia, Spain. 5th - 8th November 2009. Tattoo. World Copyright: Martin Heath/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image SE5K1123

Angelina
Yuri Shepelev

Bonny
Klaus Tesching

Fogo
Martin Krystynek MQEP

Girl With A Tattoo Dark Red
Francesco Gulina

Girl With A Tattoo Dark Green
Francesco Gulina

Mandala beauty
Art by the Ocean

Bareback beauty
Art by the Ocean

Androcracy
Marius Cinteza

Fishing
Andreas Bauer

Black hat
Rucsandra Silvia Calin

Peter Zegveld

Thalya
Denis

Armour and Co, Chicago (poster)
ZIN41514 Armour and Co, Chicago (poster) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; © Heinrich Zinram Photography Archive

Portrait of Lillian Marco Englys, whose entire body is covered with tattoos United States Rhode Island, Providence. Date of Photograph:1889 ca

Portrait of Annie Howard, tattooed woman United States Cleveland. Date of Photograph:1889 ca

Portrait of a man's tattooed back United States New York. Date of Photograph:1916 ca

Mrs. Annie Howard, tattooed woman United States Rhode Island, Providence. Date of Photograph:1889

Portrait of a woman by the name of "Irene", tattooed in the middle of her chest; her arms and shoulders are covered with numerous tattos United States Ohio, Columbus

Two Japanese men with their body decorated with tattoos Japan. Date of Photograph:1880 - 1890 ca

The body of a young Japanese completely covered in tattoos Japan. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Two young Japanese with the body completely covered with tattoos Japan. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

"Japanese Tattoo": Japanese man with tattooed back Japan. Date of Photograph:1890-1900

Japanese Tattoo: Japanese men with tattooed body Japan. Date of Photograph:1890-1900

Japanese Tattoo: Japanese man with tattooed body Japan. Date of Photograph:1890-1900

A Japanese young man with back completely covered by tattoos Japan. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

A Japanese man with back completely covered by tattoos Japan. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Portrait of a Japanese man tattooed with dress of chrysanthemums Japan. Date of Photograph:1890-1899

Album "Views & Costumes of Japan": The album's first page with the title Nikko

Portrait of a seated "Tattoo" man tattooing himself Japan. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Portrait of a tattooed Japanese letter carrier. Japan. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Portrait of a group of japanese sitting in a semi-circle on the ground. They are wearing traditional clothes. On the right a woman plays the shyamisen; beside her there is a bare-chested man

"The tattoo" Europe. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

Three-quarter-length portrait of a young Berber woman in ethnic clothes, with a long scialle on her head. The woman, adorned with vistosi jewels, is posing showing her tatuato face Tunisia

The man from Marseilles Trieste. Date of Photograph:1989

History and origins of tattooing New Guinea native ritual tattoo
2616021 History and origins of tattooing New Guinea native ritual tattoo by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: History)

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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.