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Portrait of a man tattooed by Sutherland MacDonald, 1897 (photo)
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Portrait of a man tattooed by Sutherland MacDonald, 1897 (photo)
3557558 Portrait of a man tattooed by Sutherland MacDonald, 1897 (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sutherland Macdonald (1860 - 1942) was a prominent English tattoo artist in the late 19th century and early 20th century, and the first tattooist in Britain with an identifiable premises open to the public. Macdonald served in the British Army in the 1870s as a telegraph operator in the Royal Engineers and was in the Anglo-Zulu War. He trained George Burchett. He died at his home on 3 Guilford Avenue, Surbiton and is buried at Surbiton Cemetery.
); Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23136808
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1897 Bare Chest Bare Chested Butterflies Butterfly Image Inked Macdonald Photographic Sutherland Tattoo Tattooed Tattoos Serpent Snakes Tattooist
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This photograph, taken by an English photographer in 1897, showcases a striking portrait of a man adorned with intricate tattoos. The subject's bare chest serves as a canvas for the artistry of Sutherland MacDonald, a renowned tattoo artist during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As one of Britain's first tattooists to establish a public studio, MacDonald left an indelible mark on the history of body art. The image reveals an array of mesmerizing designs that adorn the man's skin. Delicate butterflies flutter alongside majestic birds, while sinuous snakes coil around his torso. This fusion of wildlife and symbolism creates a visually stunning composition that captivates the viewer. The photo offers us a glimpse into the world of tattooing in Victorian England, where inked bodies were still considered unconventional and often associated with sailors or those on society's fringes. MacDonald's skillful craftsmanship challenges these stereotypes by transforming human flesh into living works of art. As we contemplate this vintage portrait from over a century ago, we are reminded not only of the talent and creativity exhibited by Sutherland MacDonald but also how tattoos have evolved from societal taboos to celebrated forms of self-expression. It is through images like this that we can appreciate both the historical significance and artistic beauty found within each stroke of ink on skin.
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