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Scythian tattoo of fabulous beasts, 5th century BC




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Scythian tattoo of fabulous beasts, 5th century BC

Scythian tattoo of fabulous beasts on the skin of a childs arm from Barrow 2 at Pazyryr, Altai, Russia. from the Hermitage Museums collection in St Petersburg, 5th century BC

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© CM Dixon / Heritage-Images

5th Century Bc Beast Hermitage Museum Mythical Scythian Skin Tattoo Mike Dixon


11"x8.5" Photo Print

Bring the ancient world into your modern home with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image showcases a Scythian tattoo of fabulous beasts, a rare and intriguing artifact from the 5th century BC. Discovered on the arm of a child from Barrow 2 at Pazyryk, Altai, Russia, this masterpiece is now part of the Hermitage Museum's esteemed collection in St. Petersburg. Add this striking print to your wall and transport yourself back in time, to a civilization known for its bold and imaginative tattoo art. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your decor. Revive history and ignite your imagination with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.6cm (11" x 6.9")

Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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This print showcases a remarkable Scythian tattoo of fabulous beasts, dating back to the 5th century BC. The image captures an intricately designed mythical creature inked on the delicate skin of a child's arm, discovered in Barrow 2 at Pazyryr, Altai, Russia. Preserved within the esteemed collection of the Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg, this artifact offers a glimpse into ancient body art practices. The vibrant colors and meticulous details of this tattoo highlight the artistic prowess and cultural significance it held for the Scythian people. The concept behind these tattoos remains shrouded in mystery, as they were believed to possess mystical powers or serve as protective talismans. As we marvel at this extraordinary piece from centuries past, we are reminded of how body art has transcended time and continues to be an expression of identity and creativity today. This photograph by CM Dixon beautifully captures not only the physical object but also evokes curiosity about its origins and purpose. Through images like these, we gain insight into our shared human history while celebrating diverse forms of self-expression across different eras. Let us appreciate this enchanting relic that connects us with ancient civilizations and ignites our imagination with tales yet untold.

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