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STREET TATTOO. A peasant woman receiving a tattoo on the streets of an unknown location
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STREET TATTOO. A peasant woman receiving a tattoo on the streets of an unknown location
STREET TATTOO.
A peasant woman receiving a tattoo on the streets of an unknown location. Photograph, c1900-1920
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 12241530
1890s 1900 1900s Decade 1910 1920 Headscarf Peasant Sidewalk Tattooing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph titled "STREET TATTOO" takes us back in time to the early 20th century, capturing a moment of cultural significance. The image showcases an unknown location where a peasant woman is courageously receiving a tattoo on the bustling streets. The scene is filled with intrigue as we observe the woman seated on a sidewalk, her headscarf elegantly draped over her fez-adorned head. A man, possibly the skilled artist, concentrates intently as he carefully etches ink onto her skin. The late 19th or early 20th-century setting adds an air of mystery and nostalgia to this remarkable snapshot. In an era when tattoos were often associated with sailors or marginalized communities, this photograph challenges societal norms by revealing that even peasants embraced body art. It serves as a testament to human expression and individuality transcending social boundaries. The authenticity of this historical piece lies in its candidness; it captures both the vulnerability and strength of the peasant woman who dares to adorn herself with permanent artwork amidst public scrutiny. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported into another world—a world where tradition meets rebellion and where artistry thrives within unexpected corners of society.
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