Now for something completely different!
The meanings behind the gypsy tattoo … Designs, Ideas, Pictures by The Lyric Writer – http://thelyricwriter.hubpages.com/hub/Gypsy-Tattoos-And-Meanings-Gypsy-Tattoo-Designs-Ideas-And-Pictures# for a more elaborate look please visit Ricky`s Post.
In keeping with the fascination about the often elusive Gypsy, I would like to share an extensive post by The LyricWriter on Hub Pages. It revolves around Gypsy Tattoos, their meaning, their origin and their commonalities. More often than not the tattoo is a female figure, gazing up at the stars, completely representative of the searcher, the seer, the mystic. I was charmed by the images and captivated by their meanings. He does a terrific job of explaining in detail, not only Gypsy tattoos but many other tattoos and their meanings… Owls, Symbols, Bible quotations. The list is endless.
Says Ricky (The LyricWriter) :
“This look is believed to hold symbolic importance.It is believed that this is a symbolic look as the gypsy takes a look into the future. Some gypsy tattoo designs may portray the gypsy with a crystal ball to portray the same thing. If you are looking toward the future or you feel that you posses a special ability, the gypsy tattoo may just be for you.”
“Since the gypsy has the ability to portray magic, gypsy tattoos may include magical elements or symbols. Gypsies can be portrayed in a variety of different moods also. More commonly, the gypsy is usually portrayed with a blank look on her face. You may even see gypsy tattoo designs with the gypsies with their face covered. This is the blind gypsy.”
Here are my two favourites
I love the gaze, the butterflies, flowers, the ‘gaze’, the fact it is not too bright. The details are extraordinary. The art is captivating.
… and this one as it looks as though this Gypsy is seeing a vision and emotionally entranced. Again, the artwork and detail is beautiful.
- Independence
- Good Luck
- Good Fortune
- Desire
- Happiness
- Traveller
- Femininity
- Future
- Spiritual
- Natural
- Magical
- Accomplishment
- Living Life
As for the symbolic meaning(s) of a Gypsy Tattoo – I choose them all! but to set the record straight – I will not be getting a tattoo of any sort, only enjoying those of others.
Lesley – Peace
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Lesley Fletcher is a writer (freelance, books, content, lyrics, stage plays) as well as a visual artist with a concentration in monoprinting. To learn more about her please visit the tabs here on WordPress or her website at http://www.LesleyFletcher.com
Peace – Have a wonderful day.
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What beautiful art. Full of colors!
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I know – Makes me want to get crazy 🙂
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Ummm. Those are good ones!
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Go for it! 🙂
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great post Les thank you. I definitely think tatoos are a significant art form and the youth especially who wear them or have them, are making a link in some way mythologically.
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Yes, Susan they do form a part of modern day culture whether some agree to their beauty or usage or not. This post and the replica on my other blog get the most consistent hits of any of my posts. I for one say if you have the skin for it and it doesn`t hurt anyone – go for it (but think of how it will affect you in the future 🙂 )
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I am no gypsy and have no tattoos but I am the proud owner of a large crystal ball, anyone any idea where you plug the batteries in to make it work ?
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I have a very good idea Merlin 😉
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How fascinating. I am not a fan of tattoos but the story behind them is often interesting as I find out if I ask about them when I see someone with one. I write about Gypsies in some of my stories as where I used to live there had been Gypsies in the village for about 100 plus years, all very much part of the community and so interesting. Thanks so much for this.
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Yes, I found many of the women to look quite innocent in their quest for signs. Very interesting to me also. No tatts here either. Miami Ink doesn’t even do tattoos on the over 50 set 😀
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I enjoyed this post very much. I’ve ALWAYS been interested in tattoos and the why of them for each individual.
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They are so personal aren’t they? Yes, I too have a fascination. People catch me checking their tattoos all the time. My other social faux pas is touching fur coats in elevators 😀
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Cool post, Lesley. I’m with you on not waiting in line for a gypsy tattoo myself. On the other hand, if they’re also available as the temporary wash-off kind, I might be tempted… : )
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Henna is a better option I think 🙂 – You know they have really great ‘real’ ones around. One stayed in my drawer for years waiting for me to be ready…
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Very interesting and informative post Lesley! Although I don’t think the Gypsy is for me I’m glad I know more about what they represent, they are definitely very beautiful works of art 🙂
Thanks for sharing, all the best!
Rohan.
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Nor for me Rohan 🙂 – I prefer my art on the wall. Anyway Miami Ink won’t tattoo someone over 50 years old lol
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Haha, really? Well I personally am a fan of body art, I have three tattoos myself 🙂 I like wall art too haha, and those gypsy images are lovely!
Rohan.
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