Tattoos Collection (page 9)

Tattooed by Buckie (b / w photo)
DGC308160 Tattooed by Buckie (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

W. H. Rogers, Clarksville, Tennessee (b / w photo)
DGC308159 W.H. Rogers, Clarksville, Tennessee (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

"Loves labors lost"published in Puck Magazine
1065642 " Loves labors lost" published in Puck Magazine, 1884 (colour chromolithograph) by Gillam, Bernard (1856-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pahe-A-Range, the New Zealand Chief, c. 1844 (litho)
622715 Pahe-A-Range, the New Zealand Chief, c.1844 (litho) by Sutcliffe, J. (fl.1840); 38x26.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A portrait of Barnet Burns (1805-60), English sailor

Tattooed Groom, c. 1890 (photo)
2561233 Tattooed Groom, c.1890 (photo) by Kimbei, Kusakabe (1841-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kusakabe Kimbei (ae--aaiez ec a...aeao) (1841-1934) was a Japanese photographer

Craze for tattooing in Edwardian Britain (b / w photo)
6014336 Craze for tattooing in Edwardian Britain (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Craze for tattooing in Edwardian Britain)

Tattooed Ainu woman of Piratori, Japan (litho)
6014145 Tattooed Ainu woman of Piratori, Japan (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattooed Ainu woman of Piratori, Japan)

Juan Tepano, illustration from Uber die Tatowirung der Oster-Insulaner
5042954 Juan Tepano, illustration from ber die TAatowirung der Oster-Insulaner, by Hjalmar Stolpe, 1899 (engraving) by Stolpe

Tattooed American soldier, c. 1941 (b / w photo)
1142035 Tattooed American soldier, c.1941 (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

In Japan, 1881, Prince George and the Tattooing Artist (engraving)
1062713 In Japan, 1881, Prince George and the Tattooing Artist (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Japan, 1881)

Tattooed Maoris (engraving)
3655623 Tattooed Maoris (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattooed Maoris. Illustration for The History of Mankind by Friedrich Ratzel (Macmillan)

The art of tattooing on the island of Nukahiwa (coloured engraving)
998007 The art of tattooing on the island of Nukahiwa (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

With the China Squadron in the East, Tattooing an Officer in Japan (engraving)
1055134 With the China Squadron in the East, Tattooing an Officer in Japan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the China Squadron in the East)

Haida Tattoo marks (engraving)
980461 Haida Tattoo marks (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Haida Tattoo marks)

Portrait of Maud, The Tattooed Lady, c. 1905 (b / w photo)
1163200 Portrait of Maud, The Tattooed Lady, c.1905 (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

Head of Otegoongoon, illustration from A journal of a voyage to the South Seas
3610743 Head of Otegoongoon, illustration from A journal of a voyage to the South Seas : in His Majestys ship, the Endeavour, 1794 (hand-coloured engraving) by Parkinson

Natives of Terra del Fuego, illustration from A journal of a voyage to the South
3610756 Natives of Terra del Fuego, illustration from A journal of a voyage to the South Seas : in His Majestys ship, the Endeavour, 1794 (hand-coloured engraving) by Parkinson

Thigh of a Samoan man with tattoos (engraving)
DGC437477 Thigh of a Samoan man with tattoos (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: traditional Samoan tattooing was applied using a tooth from either a pig or a shark instead of a needle;)

Japanese Man with Tattoos, c. 1910 (photo) (see also 398199)
473198 Japanese Man with Tattoos, c. 1910 (photo) (see also 398199); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

Head from a figure, Owo (terracotta)
DBP412938 Head from a figure, Owo (terracotta) by Nigerian School, (15th century); height: 17 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Nigerian, out of copyright

A Man and Woman of the island of Pogghy, plate no. 49 from Costumi dei
STC444516 A Man and Woman of the island of Pogghy, plate no.49 from Costumi dei. (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian

Tattooed Betto, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
701546 Tattooed Betto, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A betto was a traditional Japanese horse-man, or groom.); Japanese

Man with traditional Japanese Irezumi tattoo, c. 1880 (hand coloured albumen photo
DGC398094 Man with traditional Japanese Irezumi tattoo, c.1880 (hand coloured albumen photo) (detail of 398092) by Japanese Photographer

Man with traditional Japanese Irezumi tattoo, c. 1880 (hand coloured albumen photo)
DGC398090 Man with traditional Japanese Irezumi tattoo, c.1880 (hand coloured albumen photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Irezumi (a...aaIa, a...aa)

Tattooed Hawaiian warrior, 1824 (colour lithograph)
DGC398069 Tattooed Hawaiian warrior, 1824 (colour lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright

The Tigers Revenge, sailors encampment before Sebastopol
RNM286335 The Tigers Revenge, sailors encampment before Sebastopol, published 11th November 1854 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth

Tattooed man of the Marquesas islands, 1843 (colour litho)
DGC288159 Tattooed man of the Marquesas islands, 1843 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rear view of a Samoan Pe a tattoo, 19th Century (photo)
DGC288155 Rear view of a Samoan Pe a tattoo, 19th Century (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pe a is the popular name of the traditional male tattoo of Samoa)

Natives of the St. Lawrence Islands, Alaska, from Voyage Pittoresque Autour du
TRV168863 Natives of the St. Lawrence Islands, Alaska, from Voyage Pittoresque Autour du Monde, published 1822 (colour litho) by Choris

American indians from South Carolina, c. 1820 (coloured engraving)
CHT174196 American indians from South Carolina, c.1820 (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Portrait of a Latvian wrestler. 1918 (b / w photo)
1268136 Portrait of a Latvian wrestler. 1918 (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

Portrait of Tom Stephen, tattooed by Bert Grimm, c. 1942 (photo)
4075107 Portrait of Tom Stephen, tattooed by Bert Grimm, c.1942 (photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

Charles Wagner tattooing a client with his newly patented tattoo machine. c
1275400 Charles Wagner tattooing a client with his newly patented tattoo machine. c.1905 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Margit, The Tattooed Woman, c. 1910 (b / w photo)
1163201 Portrait of Margit, The Tattooed Woman, c.1910 (b/w photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

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"Tattoos: A Timeless Art Form Across Cultures and Eras" From the intricate tattooed masterpiece by Mr. Sutherland Macdonald of Jermyn S to the striking Maori Chieftain from New Zealand, they have long been a symbol of cultural identity and personal expression. Even in 1897, Emma de Burgh proudly showcased her body as a canvas for artistry. In Victorian times, tattooing was considered an old custom, capturing the imagination of many. The skilled hands of tattoo artist George Burchett diligently worked on adorning a Tommy's skin with meaningful ink during World War I. Traveling to Ethiopia, Africa reveals Somali women with henna-covered hands showcasing their own unique style of temporary tattoos. Meanwhile, Princess Waldemar of Denmark defied societal norms by embracing body art in aristocratic circles. A sepia photo from 1905 captures the captivating portrait of a woman adorned with various tattoos - each telling its own story. However, cautionary tales also exist; one such example warns against the dangers associated with getting personal tattoos without proper research or consideration. Venturing into Japan circa 1890 unveils a man whose extensive tattoos reflect his commitment to tradition and honor within Japanese society. Similarly, Samoan Pe'a tattoo holds immense significance even in the 19th century as it represents bravery and social status among Samoans. Tattoos transcend time and boundaries - they are more than just ink on skin; they represent history, culture, individuality, and self-expression throughout generations worldwide.