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Tattooing New York City
SKU# 6435
Tattooing New York City - $29.95
Tattooing New York City is an exploration into the unique union that exists in
New York City between the past and present of the intriguing art form of
tattooing. Here the electric tattoo machine was developed, and has had a unique
influence in modern tattooing worldwide. The technical and artistic values that
first coalesced here during the early 20th century now are intrinsic to the art
form. This creative process was pushed underground in the early 1960s when
tattooing was banned in New York. After 35 years of marginalization, the city
re-legalized tattooing in 1997 in response to the unprecedented surge in public
enthusiasm and demand. Today, tattoo artists explore their trade as never before
in the five boroughs of New York City; such rapid growth and change has put
pressure on an art that continues to emphasize the values formalized over 100
years ago. Hundreds of color photos illustrate this fascinating text, which
includes commentary from artists past and present.
160 Pages
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