Greek Tattoo History
History of Dayak tattoos
Tattoos are one of the world’s longest standing art forms and has been extensively performed for thousand of years. They have been used for various purposes ever since the dawn of time.They have acted as symbols of rights, rank and seniority, spirituality, devotion, religion, rewards for bravery and acted as amulets, talismans for security.The evidence of the existence of tattoos dates back to as early as 6,000 years ago in Egypt, before Egypt was even an systematized society. Tattoo archeologist discovered these markings on women’s legs of which it was believed that it was meant to protect them from the dangers of childbirth. Later,tattooing was spread to parts of Africa, Asia, and Pacific islands through trade …show more content…
“The more tattoos they had on their body,the more lights they had in their eternity paths”.
Tattoes were used to acknowledge the capabilities of the individual.For men,it was recognize their expertise in hunting or warfare.For women,it was to recognize their knack for weaving,dancing or singing.Upon attaining a particular skill, a tattoo was awarded.
A tattoo around the fingers,for example,denotes that the person helps the tribe as healers.The number of tattoos on his arm signify the level of expertise he has in the area of healing. There are also tattoos for the warrior in the warzone.These tattoos are placed on the right shoulder .Individuals that have exceptional courage in the battlefield have tattoos placed on the right arm while those who were below par had tattoos on the left arm.
Thus, tattoos were also used to help showcase their identity as for example warrior,headhunters and so
Tattoos are one of the world’s longest standing art forms and has been extensively performed for thousand of years. They have been used for various purposes ever since the dawn of time.They have acted as symbols of rights, rank and seniority, spirituality, devotion, religion, rewards for bravery and acted as amulets, talismans for security.The evidence of the existence of tattoos dates back to as early as 6,000 years ago in Egypt, before Egypt was even an systematized society. Tattoo archeologist discovered these markings on women’s legs of which it was believed that it was meant to protect them from the dangers of childbirth. Later,tattooing was spread to parts of Africa, Asia, and Pacific islands through trade …show more content…
“The more tattoos they had on their body,the more lights they had in their eternity paths”.
Tattoes were used to acknowledge the capabilities of the individual.For men,it was recognize their expertise in hunting or warfare.For women,it was to recognize their knack for weaving,dancing or singing.Upon attaining a particular skill, a tattoo was awarded.
A tattoo around the fingers,for example,denotes that the person helps the tribe as healers.The number of tattoos on his arm signify the level of expertise he has in the area of healing. There are also tattoos for the warrior in the warzone.These tattoos are placed on the right shoulder .Individuals that have exceptional courage in the battlefield have tattoos placed on the right arm while those who were below par had tattoos on the left arm.
Thus, tattoos were also used to help showcase their identity as for example warrior,headhunters and so