Irezumi Itai: Traditional Japanese Tattoos: Meanings, Shapes, and Motifs

Yori Moriarty

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ISBN 10: 8416851964 ISBN 13: 9788416851966

Published by Promopress, 2018

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The intimate relationship of Japanese tattooing with the dark world of the yakuza has helped cover this form of artistic expression with an aura of mystery. But the culture of irezumi is deep and rich in meanings, shapes and motifs that have gone from color woodblock prints to being applied to the skin to beautify and protect their bearers. This richly illustrated book reveals the meaning and the secrets behind the most significant motifs from traditional Japanese tattooing—such...

About the Author:

Yori Moriarty took up tattooing in 2000 and, in 2005, began producing Japanese tattoos alongside American artist Jason Kundell. He took his first trip to Japan in 2007 and established contact with its tattoo culture through Osakan tattooist Horitoshi Izumi, in whose studio he worked between 2008 and 2011 over repeat visits that he combined with work as a visiting artist at Everlasting Tattoo in San Francisco, MVL in Leeds and Legacy Tattoo in Helsinki. He has participated in numerous conventions throughout Europe and the United States.

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Title: Irezumi Itai: Traditional Japanese Tattoos: ...
Publisher: Promopress
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New
Edition: 1st Edition