Poster Print : 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
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich and vibrant history of tattooing with our exclusive range of poster prints from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. Featuring stunning and authentic images of facial tattoos from various cultures around the world, including New Zealand, Fiji, East Africa, and the Marquesas Islands, these prints offer a captivating glimpse into the past. Dating back to the nineteenth century, each print showcases the intricate designs and symbolism that have made tattooing a cherished and enduring art form. Add these beautiful and thought-provoking pieces to your home or office to inspire creativity, spark conversation, and celebrate the diversity of human expression.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.9cm x 30.3cm (8.2" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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