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Lettering Tattoo Photo #18813

A tribal lettering tattoo on the ribs with delicate detail
Lettering tattoo — Photo 15 of 50

The best designs balance the message with clean spacing and proportion. Good spacing is the difference between readable and cluttered text.

Originating from centuries-old cultural practices, tribal designs carry symbolic weight through their patterns and placement. Modern tribal tattoos adapt these traditional motifs into contemporary compositions that honor the style's heritage.

The ribcage offers a private placement that only shows when the wearer chooses. Its curved surface adds dimension to designs, though the area is known for being one of the more sensitive spots to tattoo.