Pattern Tattoo — 195 Ideas

Ornament is often present in sketches for artistic tattoos. Oriental, Polynesian or Slavic patterns serve not only as beautiful decor, but also as a talisman.

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Ornament is often present in sketches for artistic tattoos. Oriental, Polynesian or Slavic patterns serve not only as beautiful decor, but also as a talisman.

The meaning of a tattoo with an ornament

Almost every pattern contains certain information. For example, the intricacies of lines and knots in Celtic tattoos symbolize the cyclical nature of life in the Universe. This idea is embodied in the images of the cross, knot and trefoil.

Today, many people choose tattoos with an ornament that smoothly turns into a mandala. The model of the Universe is “encoded” in this spherical pattern. The mandala is also a talisman for its owner.

Slavic tattoos are based on protective runes and ornamental amulets:

• Rod is a symbol of health and longevity;
• Molvinets – protection from the evil eye;
• Bereginya is a female talisman of fertility;
• Slavic swastika - a symbol of the Sun and the life cycle, etc.

The meaning of some patterns on Polynesian tattoos:

• tiki mask - a talisman for warriors, as well as protection from the evil eye and dark forces;
• turtle is a symbol of fertility and longevity;
• shark is a sign of strength and power, as well as a talisman against enemies;
• the koru spiral is a symbol of renewal and transition to a new stage of life.

How to design a tattoo ornament

The drawings are drawn up primarily in monochrome. The highlighting of some elements with a contrasting color is not accidental: for example, in Slavic tattoos, the red tint serves as a talisman against the evil eye.

Ornaments are placed on the shoulders, back, chest and ankles. Men love tattoos using the sleeve technique, women – in the form of an “underbust”.

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