Scythian Tattoo Photo #7518
Their animal-style art-a swirl of deer, griffins, and predators locked in combat-offers a raw, ancient aesthetic unlike any modern tradition. Pazyryk mummies and archaeological evidence The Pazyryk burials in Siberia's Altai Mountains revealed tattooed skin preserved by permafrost.
Abstract tattoos break away from literal representation, using shapes, colors, and unconventional compositions to create expressive, non-figurative designs. The style prioritizes feeling and movement over realism.
The back provides the largest continuous canvas on the body, ideal for detailed scenes and large-scale compositions. Upper back pieces are easy to conceal, while full-back tattoos make a dramatic statement.