Tattooist Collection

Tattoo-artist, George Burchett, at work on a Tommy
A tattoo artist, George Burchett, in his shop near Waterloo station working on the forearm of a soldier, while a lady who has just received a tattoo of her own, admires his handiwork

Tattooist, Samoa
TATTOOING IN SAMOA A Matai (= tattooer) works on a young man : he does about 40 cm2 in an hours session, continued at intervals till the operation is completed

Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist has got carried away
Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist (Professor Smith) has got carried away... " Its taking you a long time to write I love Annie !" Date: circa 1920s

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

Do it yourself tattoo kit. Tattooist Jack Zeek. 1967

Do it yourself tattoo kit. Tattooist Jack Zeek with his wife. 1967

Proud Teddy Boy John Turner has Elvis close to his heart - in a portrait tattooed on his chest within hour of hearing of the superstars death

Tattooist John Taylor, 16, from Kings Lynn tattooing Della Gilbert, 20. 1st July 1978

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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)

Members of a tattoo club. 23rd October 1965

Meeting of The Guild of Tattoo Artists, London. 25th October 1966

Do it yourself tattoo kit. Tattooist Jack Zeek. 1967

Tattooist George Bone at work. March 1977

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

Tattoo artist D. A. Deller seen here at work in his St. Leonards Studio
Tattoo artist D.A. Deller seen here at work in his St. Leonards Studio. June 1957 A416-003

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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)

Percy Waters tattooing Egbertus Jan "Dutch"Berghege, Detroit. 1921 (photo)
3666761 Percy Waters tattooing Egbertus Jan " Dutch" Berghege, Detroit. 1921 (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egbertus Jan " Dutch" Berghege (1882-1942)

Interior of a Military Chamber. Creator: Louis Albert Guislain Baclere d Albe
Interior of a Military Chamber

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Council gardener Ian Hewison is so proud of the Chinese girl tattooed on his back hes had it framed. Tattooist David Turner thinks it is a work of art. 7th November 1977

Scenes inside a tattoo parlour. 28th May 1981

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

A man being Tattooed. August 1953 D5313

Tattoo artist D. A. Deller seen here at work in his St. Leonards Studio. June 1957 A416
Tattoo artist D.A. Deller seen here at work in his St. Leonards Studio. June 1957 A416

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ENGLAND, Hampshire, Portsmouth, Wall paintings outside a tattooists parlour underneath railway arches at Portsmouth Harbour Station showing a sailor with the local football club slogan Play Up Pompey

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ENGLAND, Hampshire, Portsmouth, Wall paintings outside a tattooists parlour underneath railway arches at Portsmouth Harbour Station showing a sailor with the local football club slogan Play Up Pomley

Henna tattooing in Delhi, India, Asia

Camden Lock Village, London, UK, 13 / 4 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies
Camden Lock Village, London, UK, 13/4/10. An elaborate three-dimensional sculpture on a shop facade, advertising its contents

Tattooing - Side or Centre parting Sir?
Tattooing - " Side or Centre parting Sir?" ! Date: circa 1920s

Crucifixion Tattoo
A woman has the Crucifixion tattooed onto her back. The tattooist is Stan Davis, and the lady getting tattooed is Jennifer Brain Date: 1960s

Various types Tattooing pilgrim tattooist goldsmith Nerses
Various types, etc. Tattooing a pilgrim. tattooist and goldsmith Nerses the Goldsmith tattooing a pilgrim, probably an Armenian woman, at his store underneath the Armenian Patriarchate

Myanmar - A man has his arm tattooed. The long tattooing stick has twelve very fine needles. Date: circa 1908

Venetian Tattooer (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XIR125849 Venetian Tattooer (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Grevenbroeck, Jan van (1731-1807); Museo Correr, Venice, Italy; Dutch, out of copyright

Tattooing, New Zealand
A Maori tattooist decorates a warriors back

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In the world of tattooing, there are artists who leave an indelible mark on their craft. Meet George Burchett, a renowned tattoo-artist whose skill and precision bring Tommy's vision to life. As he delicately works his needle across the canvas of skin, artistry unfolds before our eyes. But not all tales from the tattooist's chair are as serene as Burchett's masterpiece. In a wild twist, we find ourselves witnessing a drunken tattooist getting carried away with his work. The lines blur between creativity and chaos as ink spills onto unsuspecting flesh. Traveling to Samoa, we encounter another fascinating tattooist immersed in ancient traditions. With each stroke of his hand-carved tools, he etches stories onto willing bodies - a testament to cultural heritage preserved through ink. For 23-year-old David New, being an ardent Don McLean fan means more than just listening to records; it means wearing them proudly on his skin. A portrait of the legendary musician adorns David's body - forever capturing his devotion in vibrant colors. Step back in time to 1897 when Sutherland MacDonald left an everlasting impression with his portrait tattoos. Through black-and-white photographs, we glimpse into history and marvel at the intricate details that adorned this man's skin. In 1967, Jack Zeek revolutionized the industry with a do-it-yourself tattoo kit alongside his wife by his side. This daring duo empowered individuals to express themselves through self-made artistry - forever changing perceptions about who can be a tattooist. The camaraderie among enthusiasts is evident when members gather for Tattoo Club meetings or Guild gatherings in London during the '60s. Bound by shared passion and adorned with unique designs, they celebrate their love for this timeless form of expression. And finally, meet proud Teddy Boy John Turner who carries Elvis close to his heart - quite literally.