Greetings Card : Examples of Tattooing
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Examples of Tattooing
Various examples of face tattooing from New Zealand, Fiji, East Africa & Marquesas Date: Nineteenth century
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Media ID 14292347
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Body Examples Fiji Marquesas Tattooing Toilet Zealand
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a unique touch to your mailbox with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of greeting cards featuring "Examples of Tattooing" from Mary Evans Prints Online. These stunning cards showcase various examples of traditional face tattooing from New Zealand, Fiji, East Africa, and the Marquesas Islands, captured in the nineteenth century. Each card is a beautiful work of art, showcasing the rich cultural history and intricate designs of these ancient practices. Perfect for anyone with an appreciation for history, art, or tattoos, these cards add a personal and thoughtful touch to any occasion. Send a piece of the past with Media Storehouse's "Examples of Tattooing" greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph print showcases a collection of facial tattoo designs from various cultures around the world during the nineteenth century. The intricate and distinctive markings on the faces of the individuals depicted in this image hail from New Zealand, Fiji, East Africa, and the Marquesas Islands. Tattooing, an ancient form of body art, holds deep cultural significance for each of these communities. In New Zealand, the Maori people adorned their faces with intricate designs known as "ta moko." These designs were unique to each individual and represented their genealogy, status, and personal history. In Fiji, facial tattoos, or "tatau," were considered a symbol of maturity and social status. The designs often depicted various elements of nature, such as fish, birds, and plants. The East African tribes, such as the Karamojong and the Masai, used facial markings to denote tribal affiliation and social status. The designs were often geometric in nature and varied greatly between different tribes. The Marquesans of the Pacific Islands also practiced facial tattooing, known as "tatau." The designs were created using a sharp bone or shell needle and a mallet, and the process was often painful and time-consuming. The tattoos represented various aspects of Marquesan culture, including social status, genealogy, and personal achievements. This photograph provides a glimpse into the rich and diverse tattooing traditions of various cultures during the nineteenth century. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the unique artistic expressions of different communities throughout history.
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