Art Tattoo
History of Tattooing
Tattoos are a very old form of Body Art that go back to ancient times when many cultures used them. Some historians say that tattoos go back 5000 years, while others believe they go back well over 10000 years.
The earliest known evidence of tattooing goes back to markings found on the mummified human body that was discovered in the Alp Mountains in 1991. 5300 years old Oetzi - The Tyrolean Iceman, the oldest European mummified human, was tattooed. 58 tattoos, which appeared to serve more than a simple decorative function as some of them represent known pressure or acupuncture points, has been found on his body. The fact that he was tattooed was not a coincidence and it was probably perfectly normal for people of his time to be tattooed.
Ancient Egypt where wall paintings as old as 2000 BC have been suggesting the use of tattoos is today generally accepted as the cradle of Tattoo Art. Tattoos have been found on a small number of female mummies. The example of this are the mummified remains of a priestess of the goddess Hathor who lived some time between 2160 BC and 1994 BC.
When the Egyptians expanded their empire, the art of tattooing spread to the civilizations of Crete, Greece, Persia, and Arabia. Around 2000 BC it spread to China. The Mayans were also known to have tattoos, as were the Aztecs and Incas. Tattooing became widespread among Polynesian peoples, and among certain tribal groups in the Philippines, Borneo, Africa, North America, and Japan.
The purpose of tattooing varied from culture to culture. The Greeks for example used it for communication among spies. Romans use them to mark criminals and slaves. Tahitian tattoos served as rites of passage, telling the history of the wearer's life. Tattoos served as symbols of religious and spiritual devotion, decorations for bravery, sexual lures and marks of fertility, pledges of love, amulets and talismans, protection, and so on.
Tattooing was rediscovered by Europeans when they came into contact with Polynesians and American Indians.
About the word - Tattoo
The word - tattoo originates from the Tahitian word ta-tau, meaning - to make a mark. Ta-tau means to mark or puncture the skin and is a reduplicated form of the word - ta - meaning - to strike. Tattauing or tattooing was a word introduced to Europe by Captain James Cook after his 1769 expedition to the South Pacific.
The history of tattoo began thousands of years ago and is as diverse as the people who had them. Today, tattooing is becoming more popular and accepted than it has ever been.
About the Author
If you want to learn more about tattoos and are looking for cool Tattoo Designs, visit: Printable Tattoo Designs
Art Tattoo Show Montreal 2008 TV SPOT
 |
 Dual Action Airbrush Compressor Kit Nail Art Tattoo Cake T Shirt Spray Hobby G15 $49.90 Time Remaining: 2d 15h 15m Buy It Now for only: $49.90 Buy It Now |
 Lord BRAHME+VISHNU+SHIVA Hindu Goa DJ Tattoo Art Hoodie Long T Shirt L XL 44 $36.34 Time Remaining: 52m |
 Tattoo T Shirt Size Medium Thai Japanese Temple Arts HandPrinted UK SELLER $15.79 Time Remaining: 42m |
 7 Sheets of Water Slide Colorful Transfer Nail Art Tattoo Stickers Flowers $12.99 Time Remaining: 4d 53m Buy It Now for only: $12.99 Buy It Now |
 The Bloody Tattoo Ocean Shores VHS Martial Arts Kung Fu $14.99 Time Remaining: 55m Buy It Now for only: $20.00 Buy It Now |
 TEMPORARY LIP Tattoo Sticker LIPSTICK ART TRANSFERS MANY DESIGNS NEW $1.56 Time Remaining: 12d 29m Buy It Now for only: $1.56 Buy It Now |
 Artful Couture T Shirt Tattoo Guitar Rock Art AG16 Sz L Graffiti Funky Street $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 20m |
 GAYATRI MATA Hindu Mantra Deity Shiva Tattoo Designer Painting Art T Shirt L XL $23.69 Time Remaining: 3h 27m |
 LARGE BODY ART GLITTER Tattoo Kit+24 free stencilssale $20.38 Time Remaining: 8d 17h 28m Buy It Now for only: $20.38 Buy It Now |
 FABULOUS CUSTO BARCELONA ART DECO medallion lotus tattoo print top BLOUSE 1 sm $29.99 Time Remaining: 41m |
 1 Pack of Water Slide Colorful Transfer Nail Art Tattoo Stickers Flowers W1 $9.99 Time Remaining: 3h Buy It Now for only: $9.99 Buy It Now |
 LORD GANESH GANESHA Popular Hindu Deity Tattoo Art Goa Dj Designer T Shirt L XL $23.69 Time Remaining: 1d 1h 34m |
 MARCH 4 1944 SATURDAY EVENING POST NORMAN ROCKWELL TATTOO ARTIST COVER ART $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2d 18h 44m |
 New 3 AIRBRUSH COMPRESSOR KIT Dual Action AIR BRUSH SPRAY Set Tattoo Nail Art $109.96 Time Remaining: 23d 10h 25m Buy It Now for only: $109.96 Buy It Now |
 MINUTE MIRTH T Shirt SIZE L Graffiti Cool Design Art Tattoo Tee Punk Green Guy $9.99 Time Remaining: 35m |
 4 1 KUSTOM BODY ART Temporary Tattoo AIRBRUSH PAINT INK $24.98 Time Remaining: 26d 3h 25m Buy It Now for only: $24.98 Buy It Now |
 THAI TRADITIONAL KANOK DESIGN COOL TATTOO T SHIRT Sz M FIGHTER MARTIAL ART $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 47m |
 NEW AIRBRUSH KIT COMPRESSOR NAIL ART TATTOO DUAL ACTION SPRAY AIR BRUSH GUN SET $54.90 Time Remaining: 16d 6h 10m Buy It Now for only: $54.90 Buy It Now |
 2pr GIRLS S 7 8 Childrens Place TCP Spring Summer Pajamas PJs Tattoo Art Dots $4.49 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 19h 50m |
 Keepin It Gansta Inphamis Stylerz Lil Chris Stetches Flash Tattoo Art Book $15.00 Time Remaining: 2h 1m |
 MARILYN MONROE T shirt Tattoo Skull Grafitti Art Tee Adult SMLXL2XL3XL New $14.50 Time Remaining: 4d 10h 1m Buy It Now for only: $14.50 Buy It Now |
 RARE TATTOO ART 2012 PHILLY NON SPORTS CARD SHOW PROMO CARD DURB MORRISON P2 $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 22m |
 AIRBRUSH KIT ART NAIL TATTOO CAKE DECORATING COMPRESSOR $44.95 Time Remaining: 3d 9h 26m Buy It Now for only: $44.95 Buy It Now |
 NEW THAI TRADITIONAL KANOK LINETHAI TATTOO T SHIRT Sz M FIGHTER MARTIAL ART $9.99 Time Remaining: 1h 47m |
 Blue Moe Inkslingers Black World of Tattoo Art Jacket Coat Size 50 Chest $44.95 Time Remaining: 4h 32m |
 New Dual Action Airbrush Kit Compressor Nail Art Tattoo Cake T Shirt Spray Hobby $54.90 Time Remaining: 22d 8h 28m Buy It Now for only: $54.90 Buy It Now |
 Corset Style Butterfly Print Tattoo Art Design Studded Tank Top Shirt Tunic S $25.99 Time Remaining: 10h 43m Buy It Now for only: $29.85 Buy It Now |
 8 oz BLACK Body Art Temporary TATTOO AIRBRUSH PAINT Ink $45.98 Time Remaining: 28d 7h 24m Buy It Now for only: $45.98 Buy It Now |
 The Tattoo Artist Zippo Lighter Norman Rockwell Art $0.99 Time Remaining: 1h 39m Buy It Now for only: $20.00 Buy It Now |
 KL 105 WARRIOR TATTOO DEVIL FACE JUG STONEWARE WHISKEY JUG SOUTHERN FOLK ART $76.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 10m |
 100 TANNING Bed Lotion Stickers Body ART TATTOO HEART $2.95 Time Remaining: 20d 21h 23m Buy It Now for only: $2.95 Buy It Now |
 Airbrush Air Filter Compressor Water Trap F Tattoo Nail Art Spray Gun Kit Hobby $10.95 Time Remaining: 3h 47m Buy It Now for only: $12.95 Buy It Now |
 Twilight New Moon Wolves Tattoo Art Necklace Jewelry $7.48 Time Remaining: 27d 21h 30m Buy It Now for only: $7.48 Buy It Now |
 TATTOO Magazine April 1997 Issue 92 Skin Art Tats Piercing Ink Body Flash $9.99 Time Remaining: 1h 34m |
 Dual Action Airbrush Compressor Kit Makeup Cake Nail Tattoo Art Spray Gun Hobby $54.90 Time Remaining: 26d 20h 27m Buy It Now for only: $54.90 Buy It Now |
 AFFLICTION CHAINED EAGLE DOUBLE SIDED MENS GRAPHIC T SHIRT TATTOO ART 2XL USA $11.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 12m |
 VANILLA SUGAR SZS TATTOO ROSE RHINESTONE MUSIC ART FAIR SHIRT TOP GLAM HOT $12.99 Time Remaining: 2h 24m |
 MAFIOSO SISTER MONROE T shirt Marilyn Monroe Tattoo Art Shotgun Tee Black NWT $24.95 Time Remaining: 3d 3h 28m Buy It Now for only: $24.95 Buy It Now |
 Vintage AMERICAN STERILIZER Medical Dental Surgery Exam Art Deco Tattoo Light $99.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 8h 26m |
 MARILYN MONROE T shirt Tattoo Skull Grafitti Art Tee Womens Junior SMLXL New $14.50 Time Remaining: 27d 23h 53m Buy It Now for only: $14.50 Buy It Now |
 i294 b Open Tattoo Body Art Logo Shop Neon Light Sign $9.99 Time Remaining: 2h 53m |
 PIZZ ORIGINAL ART JUXTAPOZMONSTERTATTOOED ROTHCOMIX $1,399.99 Time Remaining: 6h 35m |
 12x16 LIGHT BOX TABLE Tattoo Flash ART TRACING $39.95 Time Remaining: 18d 4h 26m Buy It Now for only: $39.95 Buy It Now |
 Rock Eagle T Shirt Biker Punk Sexy Tattoo Art RE15 Sz L $9.99 Time Remaining: 2h 34m Buy It Now for only: $12.99 Buy It Now |
 Glimmer Body Art Glitter Tattoo Tattoos Kit Princess 15 Stencils Crown hearts $11.21 Time Remaining: 26d 21h 26m Buy It Now for only: $11.21 Buy It Now |
 TATTOO PRINT FLASHBIKERCOMIXLOWBROWCOMICCOUNTER CULTUREBIZARREJUXTAPOZ $79.99 Time Remaining: 6h 35m |
 TATTOO PRINT FLASHBIKERCOMIXLOWBROWCOMICCOUNTER CULTUREBIZARREJUXTAPOZ $129.99 Time Remaining: 6h 35m |
 Jacquard Mehndi Henna Body Art Kit Temporary Tattoo DIY $11.99 Time Remaining: 7d 8h Buy It Now for only: $11.99 Buy It Now |
 PIZZ PRINT COMICSCHOPPERHARLEYWCCED ROTHHOTRODOCCCOMIXLOW BROWTATTOO $79.99 Time Remaining: 6h 35m |
 LARGE BODY ART GLITTER TATTOO KIT+24 free stencilssale $17.39 Time Remaining: 21d 14h 29m Buy It Now for only: $17.39 Buy It Now |
 PIZZ PRINT COMICSCHOPPERHARLEYWCCED ROTHHOTRODOCCCOMIXLOW BROWTATTOO $129.99 Time Remaining: 6h 35m |
 Tattoo Machine Body Art Tattoo 4 Tattoo Gun Tattoo Kit with Case INK, Needles, foot padel, clip cord and all the accessories are included T01 List Price: Sale Price: $79.99 You save: $100.00 (56%)  Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description4 The Latest Tattoo Guns (Perfect 10 Wrap Coils) (Both can be set up to perform as a LINER or SHADER) (Runs with low temperature) (Excellent steel framework we include one in bronze antique finish) 2 Rare Empaistic Grips with Tube 2 Stainless Steel Grips with Tube 8 Stainless Steel Tips In Different Sizes; (4 for Round needles, 4 for Magnum/Flat needles) 1 Professional Power Supply System; (can work under 110v or 220v, and we will send the plug fitted your country) 1 Foot Switch; 1 Foot Switch 50 High Quality Pre Made Sterile Tattoo Needles; (the sizes from Round Liner 3,5,8,9; Round Shader 5,7,9; Magnum 5,7,9; 5 for each size) 18 Disposable Tips, match with the Needles 7 Bottles of Tattoo Ink; (Black, White, Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, Brown) 1 Ink Holder; 10 Rubber Rings; 50 Grommets; 50 Rubber Bands Set of Adjust Tools and Other Attachments 1 Top Quality Carrying Case with Lock & Keys Tutorial Video for Tattoo Beginners One Quality hard case for all your storage  |
 Tattoo Art Airbrush Set for Kids. Easy, Safe & Washable Kit Sale Price: $11.49 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionEasy, Safe & Washable |
 Vintage Tattoos: The Book of Old-School Skin Art List Price: Sale Price: $19.77 You save: $10.18 (34%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionTattoos have gone from badges of rebellion to fashion statements fully absorbed into mainstream culture. They are enjoying a renaissance, with graphic designers and artists creating specialty tattoos for a growing audience, unleashing a revival of interest in the bawdy vintage tattoo... |
 Bundle Monster 10pc Fake Temporary Tattoo Sleeves Body Art Arm Stockings Accessories - Designs Tribal, Dragon, Skull, and Etc. List Price: Sale Price: $15.99 You save: $10.00 (38%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis monster offer includes a pack of 10 tattoo sleeves. Use your fashion sense to match these sleeves with your t-shirts. They are excellent accessories for parties, Halloween, night time outings, and etc... |
 Tattoo Machine Tattoo Gun Tattoo Kit 4 Gun Tattoo Machine Gun Kit By Fancier S-T02 List Price: Sale Price: $84.99 You save: $185.00 (69%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionYou are buying one brand new high quality 4 gun tattoo machine kit. Comes package in high quality carrying case with keys. Very compact for easy storage one of the best deal on internet. Items included in this kit: (4 The Latest Tattoo Guns (Perfect 10 Wrap Coils) (Both can be set up to perform as a LINER or SHADER) (Runs with low temperature) (Excellent steel framework We include one in bronze antique finish) 2 Rare Empaistic Grips with Tube 2 Stainless Steel Grips with Tube 8 Stainless Steel Tips In Different Sizes; (4 for Round needles, 4 for Magnum/Flat needles) 1 Professional Power Supply System; (can work under 110v or 220v, and we will send the plug fitted your country) 1 Foot Switch; 1 Foot Switch; 50 High Quality Pre Made Sterile Tattoo Needles; (the sizes from Round Liner 3,5,8,9; Round Shader 5,7,9; Magnum 5,7,9; 5 for each size)... |
 The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (English subtitled) Sale Price: $2.99 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product |
 Advanced Tattoo Art List Price: See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe art of the tattoo has emerged from the garage to the parlor, from the local bar to the boardroom. With interest in tattoos at a high point, the time is right for a detailed look at the art, and the artists, who create the elaborate designs... |
 Earth Henna Henna Tattoos Body Painting Kit 1 Kit List Price: Sale Price: $14.99 You save: $5.96 (28%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionEarth Henna Body Painting KitBlessings of love, luck and prosperity are yours with the ceremonial use of henna painting on the body!The beautiful artform known as MEHNDI is now made simple with this easy-to-use kit offering safe, natural, superior quality henna from the fields of Morocco, along with all the tools and supplies used by professionals... |
|
Bundle Monster 10pc Fake Temporary Tattoo Sleeves Body Art Arm Stockings Accessories - Designs Tribal, Dragon, Skull, and Etc. List Price: Sale Price: $15.99 You save: $10.00 (38%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis monster offer includes a pack of 10 tattoo sleeves. Use your fashion sense to match these sleeves with your t-shirts. They are excellent accessories for parties, Halloween, night time outings, and etc... |
 Pin-Up Bettie Page with Tattoos, Art Poster Print - 24x36 Poster Print, 24x36 Poster Print, 24x36 List Price: Sale Price: $2.39 You save: $6.60 (73%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionDecorate your home or office with high quality posters. Pin-Up Bettie Page with Tattoos, Art Poster Print - 24x36 Poster Print, 24x36 is that perfect piece that matches your style, interests, and budget. |
