With tattoo art becoming more and more popular in this country and the culture at large finally dropping any taboos that this type of art and expression once had, many people are now more than ever interested in where this art form came about. For many people tattoos were once part of the schema of bikers, sailors, soldiers and Polynesians, however tattoo art is much older than most would imagine- going all the way back to at least the ancient world.
Where the Ancient Egyptians the First to Create Tattoo Art
For many years, it was thought that the ancient Egyptians were the first culture to express themselves with tattoo art. Tattoos have been found on mummified remains and hieroglyphic paintings throughout ancient Egypt. In fact, tattoo art was discovered to be only present on a certain class of Egyptians- only women. And it was thought for a time that these women might have been prostitutes. However, with further research it was revealed that tattoo art in Egypt was for the protection of women and their fetuses. The tattoos in the form of dots surrounding the womb, thighs and pelvic area were done so as to protect the mother and unborn child from evil.
Tattoo Art and a New Discovery
While it was believed that the Ancient Egyptians created tattoo art, in 1991 an artifact was found that put this theory to the test. To learn where tattoo art originated from visit the Smithsonian Magazine. We have a fascinating article on the subject. To read it, click on the following link: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/
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