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Tattoo:
A tattoo is a form of body modification, made by inserting ink into the epidermal layer of the skin.
History of Tattoos
The word tattoo is derived from two words one from the Polynesian word ‘ta’ which means striking something and the Tahitian word ‘tatau’ which means ‘to mark something. The use of tattoos is recorded to have begun thousands of years ago and its history is as varied, colorful and diverse as the people who carry them. According to some estimation the history of tattoo began over 5000 years ago.
Very First Tattoo:
The first tattoo was created unintentionally. Someone with a small wound happened to rub it with a dirty hand that was covered with soot or ash. Once the wound had healed, they realized that the skin had healed over the ash and that the mark became a permanent addition.
Tattoos in Bronze Age:
In 1991, a five thousand year, the frozen body of old tattooed man ‘ötzi the ice man, was discovered on a mountain between Austria and Italy. This is the best preserved corpse of that period ever found. There were 57 tattoos on his skin. The position of the tattoos suggests that they were probably applied for therapeutic reasons (treatment of arthritis).
Tattoos Found in Pazyryk Culture:
In 1948, Russian archaeologist Sergei Rudenko began excavating a group of tombs, in the high Altai Mountains of western and southern Siberia and there he found 2400 years old mummies. The tattoos on their bodies represent a variety of animals.
Central and South America:
The tattooed Inca mummies of 11th century, in Peru, have been found. Also 16th century Spanish Mayan tattooing in Mexico and Central America revealed.
Latest and Famous Designs of Tattoos for Women
Hibiscus Tattoo:
The delicate beauty of Hibiscus means immortality in Korean culture, in Malaysia it means honor, life and bravery, among the Chinese it means feminine things like purity, gentleness, good name and also riches and in Hawaii the flower is the state flower.
Varieties of Hibiscus Tattoo:
There are more than 200 varieties of Hibiscus and the flower could come in colors like pink, red, white and orange. In tattoos, the hibiscus can be made in lavender, green and blue too.
Ear Tattoo:
An ear tattoo is something that you can get when you are dying to make a rebellious statement. The ear is a great location as there is scope for making it. You can get it on shell of the ear, behind the ear, on your ear lobe or the area from behind your ear to the neck. The possibilities are endless. A lot of people like to get in on the flat of the upper ear rim.
Morning Glory Tattoo Designs:
One of the ways to go is put together about three of the morning glory flowers in a blue color to make a realistic and true to life picture. A certain depth can be provided by the tattoo artist to capture the essence of the flower.
The Hues of Morning Glory:
By this design you can take an actual look at the flower to get an idea of the flower’s look. It will also provide you with a view of the trumpet like shape that makes it so distinctive.
In conclusion I would say that the history of tattoo is very ancient but the trend of designs of tattoo for women is still on the top in most of the areas of the world.
