American Tattoo

ISBN-10: 081181825X
ISBN-13: 9780811818254
Category: Tattooing
Language: English
Published: 1997
Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
Author: Alan B. Govenar

Description

This nostalgic collection of early American tattoo art will charm collectors, artists, and the ever-growing tattoo audience. Tracing the history of tattoos in the U.S. through biographies of tattoo artists and featuring stunning, full-color illustrations of the works themselves--also known as "flash"--this gorgeous ArtBox details the unique style of the classic American tattoo. 35 full-color and b&w images. 15 postcards of "flash". 3 temporary tattoos. Decorated box.

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