Description
j wearer: man
j location on body: upper arm
j colours: red, green, black, yellow
j design: cross, flowers, banner
j text: In memory of Tony, Died May 10th 1971
j approximate size: 15 cm x 15 cm
j probable method/materials: electric tattoo machine; ink
Analytical
j visibility: visible to wearer; can be easily hidden under sleeve (depending on type of shirt); display of tattoo at the wearer’s discretion
j‘classic’ tattoo design
j how perceived: a tribute to dead son/friend/brother/lover; permanent epitaph
Interpretation
j historical/cultural context: 1970s
j symbolic meanings: a permanent reminder of dead individual and death; a symbolic piece of the dead on the living
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