The most common variation of this kind is the tribal sun tattoo which was used during ancient times to honor the god. Other popular designs include tribal rose tattoos, tribal cross tattoos and tribal butterfly tattoos which are perhaps one of the most used designs by women on their lower back. Some men on the other hand prefer to have tribal tattoos wrap around the arms or back which can be combined with manly symbols such as dragon , cross and skull.
Tribal tattoos are inspired from ethnographic designs from great many ancient cultures throughout the world such as the various tribes from Borneo, Haida, and Native Americans, Celtic tribes, Maori and the Polynesian tribes. The designs were taken from the mythology and view of the world and were often abstract images based on objects found in the local surroundings which were applied either as a means of adornment or as symbols that serve the following functions:
- to denote the bearer’s status or social identity
- part of the rite of passage to adult status
- for religious or magical purposes as a means of identification or protection after life
- as a talisman to insure the bearer’s good luck or to help charm other members of the opposite sex or to preserve youth and health.
This can be one reason why it is a popular design since it connects the wearer to the secret past of the ancient people who are the origins of all present human society. It exemplifies a much deeper meaning as compared to the symbols or designs that represent modern period.
Nowadays, the modern tribal tattoo is not based on any particular ancient tribe. Rather, it’s a reminiscent of all traditional styles characterized by bold, abstract heavy black line, with sweeping solid curves with sharp points as well as untattooed spaces in between the black curves to form intricate patterns. It is usually angled and has sharp images and interlocking patterns. Tribal tattoos feature complex artwork and usually rendered on ink with plain black colors alone to maintain its authenticity. However, some tattoo enthusiasts also play it up by combining it with one or two colors which can come out as really interesting and striking.
The great thing about tribal tattoos is the variety of innovation that a tattoo artist can apply. In fact, any other design can easily be given a tribal touch by a skilled tattoo artist by working freehand alone. With the flexibility of this design, anyone can easily come up with a unique tribal tattoo design. Also, it can be placed anywhere in the body- upper arm, chest, back and shoulder while maintaining its visual appeal with its intricate and solid patterns.
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Tribal tattoos has has been around for thousands of years already but is continually evolving from a traditional tribal tattoo that reflect aboriginal cultures to a new and exciting styles. With its creative and abstract feel and flexibility as a tattoo design, it will always be one of the top choices for people who are thinking of getting inked.
