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Click Image For More DesignsDolphin tattoo designs can most definitely be thought of as tribute to these charismatic and intelligent marine life creatures. Dolphins and humans have co-existed and enjoyed each other for thousands of years. It is believed that they carry with them a divine spark, separating them from all other animals.
In Sumeria, dolphins were associated with Ea-Oannes, who was the ruler of the sea and also sometimes with Isis, a goddess in Egypt. Additionally, the Celts connected dolphins with a healing power and were therefore portrayed on many Celtic artifacts. Then, there are even Australian Aboriginal tribes who claim that they are guardian spirits and descendents of dolphins.
To ancient Romans and Greeks, these whimsical creatures were revered by sailors as a symbol of guidance and protection. It was believed that sailors that happen to fall overboard would be rescued and helped to port by these guardians. Killing a dolphin held the conviction of punishment by death in Greece since they were seen as messengers for gods and were associated with Aphrodite, the goddess of love.
The Europeans regarded dolphins as an important symbol, therefore being represented on the Heraldic coat-of-arms, symbolizing salvation, love, diligence and charity.
Celtic dolphins represent the grace and elegance of the dolphin while incorporating the representation of the Celtic knot into it. According to Celtic art, dolphins being associated with water is a powerful symbol. Water is thought to wash away your past to rejuvenate you for a new start. Celtic dolphin tattoo designs represent the death of a previous, usually negative lifestyle and a birth of a new positive one.
Those that love tribal tattoo and also the symbolic meaning of the dolphin will often incorporate the two together. Aggressive dark lines associated with tribal look stunning used with a dolphin symbol. Many will choose to place the dolphin amongst other tribal designs to trick the eye to find it.
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The futuristic dolphin generally has a metallic look to it and is usually placed with scenery, primarily water. This is a representation of a new life with hope for a promising future. It is not whimsical looking so it offers a bit of seriousness to the piece.
Then, there are those that just love the dolphin for how charming it is and want to add a bit of fun to their tattoo art with a cartoon-style dolphin. They are often showed in human-type situation such as lounging on a beach chair, fishing and almost always smiling.
Dreaming Symbolism – When interpreting dreams, dolphins are often seen as a guide who leads the dreamer into unknown worlds. They also keep the dream safe so the individual doesn’t wake up too quickly into the real world.
Travelers – Since dolphins follow along sides of boats and love to frolic in the waves, they are seen as a good luck symbol to sailors or travelers. They are a popular tattoo for those who travel by sea.
Native Spirit Guide – Tribes that resided close to water believed the dolphin was a spiritual guide. They are to represent balance being brought into your life.
Freedom – Since dolphins are known for their free spirit and playfulness, they are often used in a tattoo to represent freedom or a change to a new life.
Summer Altice – Model/actress has a dolphin tattoo on her lower back.Peter Fonda – Actor shows off his dolphin on his shoulder.Georgina Grenville – Model tucks her dolphin tattoo away beneath her bikini line.Sarah O’Hare – Model/actress boasts two dolphin tattoos on her right arm.Jo O’Meara – Musician has a dolphin on her hip.Mark Owen – Musician shows off his dolphin on his lower stomach.Nikki Taylor – Model displays her dolphin tattoo on her right ankle.Alyson Hannigan – Actress has her dolphin tattoo on the inside of her right ankle.Click Here For an Elite Portfolio of Award Winning Dolphin Tattoos
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