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Tattoo Symbology

113 articles

Iconography, graphic, artwork and symbols in the tattoo art

The symbology of tattoo recounted in images and words: a return to the origins for a better understanding of the present, through the hidden symbolism of our most beloved subjects.

Luka Lajoie, The Arts Corporation, Montreal, Canada-014
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Diamonds Tattoo, Joy and Purity on Skin

  • 3 weeks ago
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What people continue to mistake for a material asset is actually far more than that. Because when we speak about diamonds we also need to mention philosophy and the spirit……
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Jason Buckholtz, Ink City Tattoo, Bonney Lake, USA
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Claddagh Ring Tattoos, Jewels on Skin

  • 4 weeks ago
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Symbol of friendship, love or marriage, this piece of jewellery is as much loved as a tattoo as it is an icon of the Emerald Isle. The Claddagh Ring; in…
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Bobby Loveridge, Churchyard Tattoo, Hitchin, UK
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Leopard Tattoos and the symbology of a wily predator

  • 2 months ago
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Spending its strength with cunning and forethought: this leads us to suspect that anyone tattooed with the timeless subject of the leopard is themselves fundamentally wild at heart In order…
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Loren, Eternal Ink, Beaugency, France
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Dreamcatcher Tattos and the secrets unveiled

  • 3 months ago
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With roots in the wisdom of the Ojiibwe, this arcane object is the subject of many tattoo and – besides protecting us during the night – has both ritual and…
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Conio, Polifamous Tattoo Atelier, Milan, Italy
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The Tree of Life Tattoos are symbols of strength

  • 4 months ago
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Present in many cultures, this well-known tattoo symbol embraces Christian and Pagan traditions alike, making its way, myth by myth, up to the present day. The Tree of Life is…
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Hannah Flowers, On The Road, London, UK
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Moon Tattoos and the power of Feminine

  • 4 months ago
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“It’s all moon’s fault, when it gets too close to the earth it makes everyone crazy”, wrote William Shakespeare in Othello. Since the dawn of time, poets and writers, artists…
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Dmytro Nosov, Nos Tattoos, on the road
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Mudra Tattoos, the symbology behind a simple gesture

  • 5 months ago
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Have you ever wondered how the five fingers of your hand can channel primordial energy and lead us back to natural elements? Let’s take a closer look. Let’s start with…
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Earl Funk, The East Tattoo, Orlando, USA
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The caterpillar tattoos and its symbology

  • 6 months ago
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From Absolem the Caterpillar in Alice in Wonderland to the ancient Chinese philosophers, this little creature has always stood for constant change and wisdom The caterpillar, symbolically speaking, stands for…
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Nikkirex, The Hideaway Tattoo, San Diego, USA
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Rebel Alliance Tattoos for Star Wars Fans

  • 6 months ago
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A book which came out in 2016 sheds light on the origins of the Rebellion which was later to become the Rebel Alliance bravely led by Luke, Han and Leia.…
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Ivan Losi, Tattoo De Luxe, Como, Italy
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The Trinacria and its symbology

  • 7 months ago
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Just like Romans like to get a tattoo of the Colosseum, Sicilians just have to get one dedicated to the symbol of their beloved land… The Trinacria symbol can be…
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Suflanda, Susa's Klubhaus, Manchester, UK
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Top Hat Tattoos: its symbology and famous people who wore one

  • 8 months ago
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Bringing to mind dandies and conjurer’s tricks, this is a hat (from which rabbits have been know to spring) that is the perfect accessory for any character, real or imaginary…
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John Hudic, No Name Tattoo, Nice, France
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Poseidon Tattoos: the god of the sea as skin art

  • 10 months ago
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Here’s how the brother of Zeus managed to escape death and become lord of the oceans in a period when the ancient Greeks had abandoned exploration over land. Poseidon (who…
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Tim Hendricks, Classic Tattoo, Fullerton, USA
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Nurses tattoos: the story of Florence Nightingale and a tribute to our heroes

  • 10 months ago
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“Every woman has in her charge the personal health of somebody. Every woman is a nurse.” Let’s find out more about the woman who created a profession out of nothing……
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Dyem, Malibu Tattoo Studio, Barcelona, Spain
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Oysters and Pearls Tattoos: the perfect combination

  • 11 months ago
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Some get them tattooed and leave the tattooist complete freedom in choosing the style. But others dream about them and have lots of ideas of their own. Let’s find out…
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Alex Pancho, AD Pancho Tattoo Studio, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Electric Light Bulb: Tattoos and History

  • 11 months ago
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Three names (one English, one American and one Italian) claim the glory for a groundbreaking invention which brought light into our homes and ink to our skins. The invention of…
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O.One, Bloodcandy Tattoo, Busan City, South Korea
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Hawks Tattoos: the messengers of the sky

  • 11 months ago
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Celebrated over the years by the best tattooists, these birds force us – literally – to turn our dreams into marvellous opportunities. Read on to see how. Hawks, the most…
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Henning Jorgensen, Royal Tattoo, Helsingor, Denmark
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Han’nya Tattoos: when jealousy turns us into monsters

  • 12 months ago
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A famous mask from Japanese theatre, this tattoo is not closely tied to wounded love, but rather seems to keep away evil spirits. Here is the story… Let’s begin with…
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Ilya Forminykh, Odin Tattoo Shop, Moscow, Russia
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Snakes Tattoo: eternal symbols immortalised in ink

  • 12 months ago
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They are among the most popular subjects in every style of tattoo art, perhaps because ever since ancient times, these reptiles have exuded a particular (sexual?) energy and air of…
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Marcelo Scaranari, Private Studio, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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The eight Tibetan Auspicious Symbol

  • 12 months ago
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The parasol (in Sanskrit chattra, in Tibetan gdugs) is a symbol of regal dignity and spiritual power. High-standing religious figures in Tibet were always provided with a silk parasol: it…
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Sway, Sacred Electric Tattoo, Leeds, UK
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Rock of Ages: a timeless tattoo which mingles faith, sensuality, and love of the sea

  • 1 year ago
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Based on an old Christian hymn and a 19th century painting, the Rock of Ages has adorned the skin of thousands right up to the present day… Long ago in…
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Shaun Topper, Captured Tattoo, Old Town Tustin, USA
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The Pharaoh’s Horses Tattoo Symbology: never give up

  • 1 year ago
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The scene from Exodus, with the three horses charging after the Jewish people was made famous by tattoo artist Gus Wagner in the 1920s. One of the most uncommon tattoos…
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Nikko Hurtado, Black Anchor, Hesperia, USA
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The meaning behind the Mexican Catrina Tattoos

  • 1 year ago
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Created by Diego Rivera, who in turn was inspired by the characters of the Posada, this mysterious, sensual figure is here to stay in the third millennium. The Mexican Catrina…
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Matt Jordan, Shape Ship Tattoo, Auckland, New Zealand
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Battle Royale Tattoos: the dualistic to beat them all

  • 1 year ago
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First and foremost, the Battle Royale is a mixture of styles. A historical tattoo, it came about at the turn of the twentieth century as a result of the meeting…
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Matteo Pasqualin, The Inkers Tattoo Shop, Porto Viro, Italy
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Elephant Tattoos: a myth of Ganesh and the creation of the world

  • 1 year ago
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A positive animal for almost every culture on Earth, a pachyderm tattoo can bring you wisdom and good fortune. Let’s find out why… There is a wealth of symbolism associated…
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