Document Type
Honors
Department
Anthropology
Abstract
Presents a holistic look at the world of tattoo. Covers the history of the practice of tattooing in Europe, Asia, and the Pacific. Discusses such major issues as tattooing in relation to the body, authenticity, commodification and meaning, functions, medical and legal concerns, the impact of technological developments on the practice, and the increase in popularity of tattooing in recent decades.
Recommended Citation
Marczak, Agnieszka, "Tattoo World" (2007). Honors Projects. 29.
https://digitalcommons.ric.edu/honors_projects/29
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Creative Commons License
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Art Practice Commons, Asian History Commons, Cultural History Commons, European History Commons, Medicine and Health Commons, Other History of Art, Architecture, and Archaeology Commons, Social and Cultural Anthropology Commons
Comments
Tattoo Images Appendix (p.50-61) is available only in the print version of this Project.