1000 Tattoos (Taschen 25) [Paperback]

Henk Schiffmacher (Editor), Burkhard Riemschneider (Editor)

Book Description

Series: Taschen 25 | Publication Date: July 15, 2005

The art of the tattoo (TASCHEN's 25th anniversary special edition) Whether you're thinking of getting a tattoo or just want to see to what lengths others have gone in decorating their bodies, this is the book to check out. This special 25th anniversary edition of Tattoos explores the history of the art worldwide via designs and photos?from 19th century engravings to tribal body art, from circus ladies of the 20s to classic biker designs?giving a fascinating insight into the art of tattooing.

Editorial Reviews

Language Notes

Text: English, German, French --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

For years, Henk Schiffmacher has been recognised as one of the stars of the tattoo scene. His Amsterdam studio attracts countless tattoo pilgrims, and he also runs the Amsterdam Tattoo Museum, which exhibits material from Schiffmacher's own vast historical and contemporary collection.

Product Details

• Paperback: 576 pages
• Publisher: Taschen (July 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3822841072
• ISBN-13: 978-3822841075
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.6 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #228,440 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 1000 Thanks to 1000 Tattoos, December 22, 1999

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Eric Schmidt (Litchfield Hills, CT) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 1000 Tattoos (Klotz Series) (Paperback)

Excellent visual depiction of the natural progression of tattoos from the early days as rites of passage in indian tribes to the use of tattoos to pledge allegiance to motorcycles. I recommend this book to anyone who has an affinity for tattoos.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very cool book, but some shortcomings..., February 19, 2004

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B. Olexy (Washington, DC United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 1000 Tattoos (Paperback)

I really enjoy this book and never get tired of perusing it, but it is very heavy on old school designs with very little modern stuff to chew on. I love the old tattoo photos from the early 20th century, and a lot of the black and white shots of oldies like Les Skuse at work. A great photographic history, indeed.

Again, the only real shortcoming is the lack of modern designs, but it makes up for it with all of the great old school photos. A great resource to have as a compliment to other books and manuals.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The tattoo overview that makes a great doorstop, June 1, 2002

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Rae Schwarz "post-modern Renaissance woman" (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 1000 Tattoos (Paperback)

Seriously, this book is much more fun to read than use as a doorstop, but that is an accurate reference to its very thick size! Amsterdam tattooist Henk Schiffmacher has collected material from far and wide within the tattoo scene for this comprehensive volume.

Drawn flash and photographic images date back as far as the late 19th century, covering material from Europe and England to the distant Pacific islands. Modern tribal and post-modern colorways from the US and UK are also well represented. Black and white as well as color images cram each page. A good foundation to any tattoo library. Tattooists would do well to keep a copy around the shop to keep indecisive clientele busy.