Body Art Collection

The Military Tattoo, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Shaman mask, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia (B. C. ), Canada, North America
Shaman mask, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, North America

Maori statue with Moko facial tattoo, New Zealand, Pacific

Womans hand being decorated with henna design, Rajasthan, India

Demon
Adela Lia Rusu

Demon
Adela Lia Rusu

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

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

Demon
Adela Lia Rusu

Demon
Adela Lia Rusu

Christopher Columbus
3785302 Christopher Columbus; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus - Apotheosis as discoverer of America (German: Apotheose als Entdecker von Amerika'). Pictured with coat of arms to left

Blackpool tattooist Harry Lever tattoos a client. The new craze is for television heroes - lawman Cheyenne, Dan Mathews of Highway Patrol and Frank Ballinger of M Squad have all been popular

Mr Derrick, a Bristol tattooist, has had a number of people come to him to have their registration numbers tattooed on their bodies. His daughter, Joyce Derrick, is also a tattooist

Gavin Boyra - Tattoo man sitting on floor naked tattoos on legs arms and back. April 1997

Japanese man with a tattoo on his back, Tattoo, c. 1880, Japan, Historical
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Maaeata and Caledonian men of the pre-Roman era. 1821 (engraving)
7234682 Maaeata and Caledonian men of the pre-Roman era. 1821 (engraving) by Smith, Charles Hamilton (1776-1859) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maaeata and Caledonian men)

A Marked Man (engraving)
7177674 A Marked Man (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Marked Man. Illustration for The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood)

Tattoed Forearm of WW1 French Soldier (b / w photo)
473228 Tattoed Forearm of WW1 French Soldier (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martyrs des Boches; tattoo shows a French soldier bound to a pole by a German soldier wearing the spiked)

Portrait of a Maori man, before 1880 (b / w photo)
740710 Portrait of a Maori man, before 1880 (b/w photo) by New Zealander Photographer (19th century); Private Collection; New Zealander, out of copyright

Luba Hemba stool (wood)
1123873 Luba Hemba stool (wood) by Congolese; height: 42.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: the support carved as two standing figures on domed base)

Body mask (wood)
2973730 Body mask (wood) by Yoruba Culture; height: 56.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The protruding navel surrounded by scarification highlighted in blue pigment)

Tacouri, illustration from New Voyage to the South Sea, Begun under the orders of Mr
3060374 Tacouri, illustration from New Voyage to the South Sea, Begun under the orders of Mr. Marion by Julien-Marie Crozet, 1783 (engraving) by French School

Page 32b New Zealand Portrait of a Maori, 1768-75 (red chalk)
5670297 Page 32b New Zealand Portrait of a Maori, 1768-75 (red chalk) by Hodges, William (1744-97); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Original Sketches, Drawings)

Seated female with tattoos (earthenware)
DBP422934 Seated female with tattoos (earthenware) by Nayarit; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Mexican, out of copyright

A tattooed man (b / w photo)
DGC288165 A tattooed man (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of a mans heavily tattooed back); Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

Jed Speck, London (b / w photo)
DGC288126 Jed Speck, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright

Tattooed Boy, 1921 (b / w photo)
DGC288125 Tattooed Boy, 1921 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: view of an American boy heavily tattooed back); Prismatic Pictures; out of copyright

Tattooed Betto, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
701545 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

Mr and Mrs Frank Burgh demonstrate the art of tattooing in USA, 1893 (litho)
KDC384249 Mr and Mrs Frank Burgh demonstrate the art of tattooing in USA, 1893 (litho) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tongue Piercing, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498629 Tongue Piercing, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably in Kashmir)

Mr Burchett, Londons favourite tattooist, working on a design on a womans arm (b / w photo)
6015419 Mr Burchett, Londons favourite tattooist, working on a design on a womans arm (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Burchett)

Portrait of a Maori man, before 1880 (b / w photo)
740709 Portrait of a Maori man, before 1880 (b/w photo) by New Zealander Photographer (19th century); Private Collection; New Zealander, out of copyright

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

Tattooed and bare-breasted young woman dancing a hula while seated on the ground
6339140 Tattooed and bare-breasted young woman dancing a hula while seated on the ground by Arago, Jacques Etienne Victor (1790-1855) (after); (add.info)

The Royal Tattoo, 1875 (wood engraving)
1078646 The Royal Tattoo, 1875 (wood engraving) by Keppler, Joseph (1838-94); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: The Royal Tattoo)

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

Portrait of a Maori man, before 1880 (b / w photo)
740711 Portrait of a Maori man, before 1880 (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; New Zealander, out of copyright

Railroad Worker - Tightening Wheel, 1925, printed 1931 (gelatin silver print)
492457 Railroad Worker - Tightening Wheel, 1925, printed 1931 (gelatin silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

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

Henry Pat Ferrie, a professional tattooist, of Kings Cross Road, was disappointed in love. His girlfriend, Matilda Elizabeth Farrell, of Islington, refused to see him

Mechanic Tattooing, 1870s. Creator: Unknown
Mechanic Tattooing, 1870s

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Body art has been a timeless form of self-expression and cultural significance across the globe. From the Military Tattoo, symbolizing bravery and honor, to the Shaman mask of Queen Charlotte Islands in British Columbia, Canada, body art tells stories that transcend borders. In North America, Maori statues with Moko facial tattoos stand as powerful reminders of indigenous heritage and spiritual beliefs. Meanwhile, henna designs delicately adorn a woman's hand, showcasing intricate patterns and celebrating beauty in South Asia. Traveling back in time to 1880 Japan, we witness a Japanese man proudly displaying an elaborate tattoo on his back. This historical artwork represents tradition and craftsmanship passed down through generations. As trends evolve over time, Blackpool tattooist Harry Lever embraces pop culture by etching television heroes onto willing clients' skin. The new craze combines modern icons with ancient techniques for an innovative twist on body art. Looking further into history reveals fascinating glimpses into pre-Roman era cultures like the Maaeata and Caledonian men depicted in engravings from 1821. Their adorned bodies speak volumes about their identities and social status within their communities. Even during times of war like World War I, soldiers found solace in expressing themselves through tattoos. A black-and-white photo showcases a French soldier's forearm marked permanently with ink - a testament to his experiences and resilience on the battlefield. Lastly, we encounter a captivating portrait of a Maori man before 1880; his face adorned with traditional facial tattoos that reflect his lineage and tribal affiliations. Each mark holds deep meaning within Maori culture - connecting him to ancestors past while embodying strength for future generations. From wood-carved Luba Hemba stools to engraved images capturing moments frozen in time - body art transcends mere decoration; it is an embodiment of identity, heritage, spirituality, courage, and personal narratives woven together throughout human history.