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- January 23, 2025 271
Tony Malo: Tattooist, Musician, and Artist
Tony Malo, also known as Toni Malo, was a man driven by creativity and passion. His wide-ranging interests took him from tattooing to music, and from running curiosity shops to exploring different artistic avenues....
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- January 22, 2025 702
Tattoo Removal Methods Used by Tattooists in the Late 1800s and Early 20th Century
Tattoos have been part of human history for thousands of years, used for personal expression, spiritual meaning, or as a form of punishment. Historical records, such as...
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- January 14, 2025 256
Was the Horograph the First Clockwork Tattoo Machine?
Could a Victorian stencil-making tool have inspired the modern tattoo machine? The Horograph, designed by Newton Wilson & Co. 144 High Holborn, London, wasn’t made for tattooing—but its spring-powered,...
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The Life, Legacy, and Mysteries of Prince Giolo: The Painted Prince of Southeast Asia
The story of Prince Giolo (Jeoly) intertwines intrigue, tragedy, and exploitation, serving as a vivid reflection of the colonial era's fascination with the exotic and...
