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Over 330 color images display the designs, sacred images, and scripts that are the tattoo art of Indochina. Traditional tattoo forms dating back over a thousand years are presented, expressing the combined animist-tribal beliefs and deep religious faith of a complex and spiritual people. Despite the encroachment of the global community, the skilled priests and specialists of Indochina continue to create tattoo magic today, as displayed and described in a fascinating text. Interviews with individuals using rituals and symbolsreveal the creative process expressed through their tattoos that help them cope with the unpredictable nature of their lives.

Tattoos of Indochina: Magic, Devotion, & Protection

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Over 330 color images display the designs, sacred images, and scripts that are the tattoo art of Indochina. Traditional tattoo... Read more

    Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
    Publication Date: 03/12/2002
    ISBN13: 9780764316791, 978-0764316791
    ISBN10: 764316796

    Number of Pages: 160

    Non Fiction , Home & Garden

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    Over 330 color images display the designs, sacred images, and scripts that are the tattoo art of Indochina. Traditional tattoo forms dating back over a thousand years are presented, expressing the combined animist-tribal beliefs and deep religious faith of a complex and spiritual people. Despite the encroachment of the global community, the skilled priests and specialists of Indochina continue to create tattoo magic today, as displayed and described in a fascinating text. Interviews with individuals using rituals and symbolsreveal the creative process expressed through their tattoos that help them cope with the unpredictable nature of their lives.

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