Egyptian tattoos seem to be drawing a bit of
attention lately, although all things Egyptian have always been a
popular art design. Jewelry, paintings, furniture, architecture,
clothing are and have remained popular for thousands of years. It’s no
wonder when you read some of the Egyptian tattoo requests below and
their definitions and meanings.
Various Types of Egyptian Tattoos
Anubis Egyptian Tattoos
– Anubis Egyptian Tattoos can be designed and illustrated several
ways. He is an Egyptian God and is considered to be half human and half
jackal. He can be standing or sitting. His upper half is jackal and
lower half human; but when sitting he is a dog like position. There are
hieroglyphics that translate to his name.
Egyptian Cat Tattoos
– The Egyptian Goddess Bastet is the daughter of Ra and Isis. Her
history is quite interesting. Originally depicted as a fierce
protector, she eventually became softened and is recognized as the
Goddess of cats, sun and moon. She is illustrated holding and ankh in
one hand and a rattle in the other. Standing; Bastet is half cat on the
upper body and human on the lower body. She is also known for
protection.
