Tahiti Tattoos
An Illustrated History of Tahiti’s Ancient Tattoo Traditions
$80.75
- Hardcover
120 pages
- Release Date
28 October 2026
Summary
Discover the rich, global history of Tahitian tattooing in a stunning journey through artifacts, cultures, and styles that continue to inspire today’s tattoo artists.
This book is a richly illustrated journey into the sacred art of Tahitian tattooing, tracing its origins, meanings, and enduring cultural power. Long before tattoos traveled the world, the people of Tahiti practiced tatau as a living language—one inscribed on skin to mark genealogy, social rank, spiritual protec…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780764372179 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0764372173 |
| Author: | Gian Paolo Barbieri, Raymond Graffe, Luisa Gnecchi |
| Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Imprint: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 120 |
| Release Date: | 28 October 2026 |
| Weight: | 45g |
| Dimensions: | 305mm x 229mm |
About The Author
Gian Paolo Barbieri
Gian Paolo Barbieri (1935–2024) was a renowned Italian photographer celebrated globally. His work graced the pages of prominent fashion magazines in Italy and internationally, and he collaborated with leading fashion houses. Barbieri authored numerous publications and received the prestigious Lucie Award in 2018 for Best International Fashion Photographer.
Luisa Gnecchi is a leading Italian scholar specializing in tattooing. She has authored several publications on the subject and curated numerous exhibitions.
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