Tattoo panther - meanings for girls and men, fun sketches, photos on the arm, shoulder, leg, back, shoulder blade

Ancient symbolism of the beast

Panthers live mostly in the jungle, mountainous areas, the tropics and subtropics. Images of this predator have been applied to the body by different peoples since ancient times. The most popular of these signs were with the American Indians - the panther meant fearlessness in battle, strategic and preparedness for battle.

What is interesting is that there have always been two types of panthers. There is the black one that everyone knows about, and there is the red and yellow one, similar to the jaguar, their habitat is different, but the species is the same.

The Mayan Indians saw the panther as a messenger of higher powers - the panther was an element of various mystical rites, a totemic patron. The priests wore the animal's skins for various key rituals.

In China, panthers were feared, they were considered cunning and cruel, treacherous. And in Europe this animal was, oddly enough, a protector from evil, even from dragons. But these are folk representations, and Christian priests had a negative attitude to panthers, declared them werewolves and attributed to them a connection with the afterlife.

The Egyptians drew panthers in human form, as a graceful goddess. In African tribes, the animal was revered as the guardian of home and family. Panthers always valiantly protect their lair and children, ready to die for their offspring.

Who chooses a panther tattoo?

Among the many lions, jaguars, tigers, you can quite regularly find the image of a black panther, also there are cougars. This wild cat attracts the attention of both genders, anyone looking for an unusual design and a bright idea for padding on the body.

The qualities attributed to this animal are:

• Cunning and animal-like boldness.
• Grace and exquisite strength
• Stamina, the will to survive
• Courage to fight.
• Determination
• Increased efficiency
• Freedom
• Leadership, craving for power
• Concealed power, aggression

A combative disposition and excellent physical fitness often distinguish men who prefer this image. Think of the fans of the band Panthera - these are tough metal guys who often pinned themselves on this beast. The furious, bared type is liked by men with a lot of experience in self-defense or strong, fairly aggressive people. However, they have a good command of themselves and their temperament.

Panther on the female body means, rather, the natural beauty, high self-esteem. More often the female sex prefers a quiet version - resting, relaxed predator, just a close-up image of the head. Often they opt for cartoon animals - Bagheera from the domestic cartoon about Mowgli, the Pink Panther.

The soft version can reflect a tendency to care and motherhood, femininity. In general, women with panthers are characterized by cunning, they are able to seduce and attract men's eyes. They are sexy, able to build a career, achieve great success, good mothers and wives.

Style and aesthetics of the picture

Panther can be very different - funny and cartoonish, menacing and grinning, full-length, headshot or running, resting after the hunt. In general, the meaning of a picture depends largely on the details and surrounding elements, the similarity to a photograph.

• A panther's bared head is a sign of a strong-willed individual who always defends his interests. This version well reflects the power and energy of the beast.
• Tribal tattoos are very popular, they connect the totem, the spiritual power with the real life of a person. It is a must for anyone who wants to show their craving for power, to realize abilities, to achieve wisdom, to show valor. It can be a craving for a higher purpose, the beauty of the otherworldly world.
• If the panther has claws released, it is a clear demonstration of aggression, forceful methods. The panther's swiftness and speed of reaction to danger reflects the panther in a leap, with its paw scooped up.
• The fighting stance means ruthlessness, but at the same time - the beauty and grace of the animal.
• The cartoon version is a desire for originality, a slight sentimentality, a love of life, a positive attitude, and even the presence of detective skills (if we are talking about the Pink Panther). Bagheera is more of a protector, a proud loner, but majestic and affectionate.

Places for tattoos

You can place a picture on any part of the body, the restrictions here are not important. But often you need a substantial area to reflect the features of the beast, especially given the solid black filling of the hide.

1. Men like to stab the predator on the chest, this is a good option to show muscular relief. The drawing becomes more realistic, more voluminous. A full-length version looks good on the back, with details and interesting little things.
2. Girls like to place their panthers on their shoulder blades, hips, arm or ankle. If the picture is miniature, it looks beautiful on a woman's wrist. There are examples on the ribs, abdomen, lower back, and shins.

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