philosophy

great reference for tattooing

tattoos in woodblock prints and their meaning

A candid interview with Francesca Passalacqua as well as an article on the 2000 Dragons Scroll is included as well

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Lew the Jew schwarz philosophyA vivid work of tattoo history, this book dives into the life of Albert Kurzman (1880 1954) aka Lew the Jewone of Americas most influential tattoo artists at the beginning of the 20th century. Operating primarily on New Yorks Bowery, Lew not only constructed some of the earliest electric tattoo machines, but was the first to design and market printed design sheets to other tattooers. His artwork in these flash displays codified the repertoire of