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Tattoos from Paradise

Traditional Polynesian Patterns

Mark Blackburn author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd

Published:20th Dec '99

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Tattoos from Paradise cover

Traditional tattooing designs are depicted from the exotic Pacific Polynesian cultures of Easter Island, Hawaii, the Marquesas, New Zealand, Samoa, Tahiti and Tonga. The actual process and ceremonies involved in tattooing are described and illustrated with over 250 drawings and color illustrations of native people. Included are actual 19th century photographs as well as early exploration art, paintings, drawings, engravings, and artifacts all relating to tattooing.

ISBN: 9780764309410

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1411g

208 pages