Documents & Photographs
Documents
Historical tattoo documents provide a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of body art across cultures and time periods. These artifacts, which range from early drawings and photographs to written accounts and legal records, reveal the significance of tattoos in various societies. They illuminate the diverse reasons people adorned their bodies, including cultural identity, spiritual beliefs, and personal expression. By studying these documents, we gain a deeper understanding of the societal norms and individual motivations that shaped tattoo practices, ultimately highlighting the enduring impact of tattoos on human history.
Photographs
Images as old as the earliest cameras, the LS Tattoo Museum houses a vast collection of tattoo related photography throughout the history of tattooing. Get an inside look and behind the scenes view of the many artists and their works!
