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Aztec Tattoos: Sun, serpent, skulls and the symbolism of Mesoamerican body art (Global Tattoo Traditions) - Softcover

Book 7 of 12: Global Tattoo Traditions

Rune, Aksel

 
9798244946963: Aztec Tattoos: Sun, serpent, skulls and the symbolism of Mesoamerican body art (Global Tattoo Traditions)
Softcover
ISBN 13: 9798244946963
Publisher: Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Aztec Tattoos is a guide for anyone interested in Aztec inspired tattoos and the visual world behind them. It blends historical background with practical tattoo thinking so you understand where the imagery comes from, how it functioned in Aztec culture, and how it is read in the modern world.

In this book you will find:

  • A short overview of Aztec civilization, worldview, and visual culture
  • Clear explanations of key motifs such as the sun, serpents, skull imagery, animals, geometric forms, and ritual objects
  • Ideas for body placement, scale, and composition in modern tattoo practice
  • Guidelines that help clarify limits, interpretation, and modern adaptation

Whether you are a tattoo artist, someone planning an Aztec inspired piece, or a reader interested in Mesoamerican art, this book offers a clear foundation for understanding Aztec imagery and its place in contemporary tattoo culture.

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Publisher
Independently published
Publication date
2026
Language
English
ISBN 13 
9798244946963
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
100