Historical tattoos

Discover the captivating beauty of gothic cathedral tattoo designs. From intricate stained glass windows to towering spires, these tattoos exude an aura of mystery and grandeur. Whether you're drawn to the ornate details or the historical significance, a gothic cathedral tattoo is a timeless choice that symbolizes strength and resilience. Explore different styles and interpretations to find a design that resonates with your personal aesthetic.

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Sutherland MacDonald, widely regarded as one of the greatest tattoo artists of his day, opened a shop in the St James's' area of Westminster, London, in 1894.

AS IT sits just under the skin, body art is often lost as a corpse rots away, but in rare cases it remains perfectly preserved thousands of years after death.

1000 Tattoos explores the art of tattoos, past and present, and from all around the world. BuzzFeed takes a peek inside the re-release.

SPQR Roman Legion tattoo, with "Legio IX Britannia" below it. Yes, I do realize the actual historical name of the Roman Legion that fought in Britiain was "Legio IX Hispana". However, I wanted to be creative about, and as a sign of respect to both sides who fought and died in Britian during that time period, to rename it to what the Romans called the island, "Britannia".