Large angel-like "wing" Tattoo's

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   K9keystrokesposted 12 years ago

   Recently I have been seeing more body art fans with large wing tattoo's etched across their backs. I am curious as to the meaning? I can't think of the reason for this particular design. Do you know what wing tattoo's indicate?
   Thanks for the help!

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   BRIAN SLATERposted 12 years ago

   I can't imagine what would possess someone to have a tattoo like the one's your talking about. I think David Beckham has the large winged type your talking about on his back. Maybe people think with an angel on their shoulder they will be protected in some way.

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      K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      You have a good point, the mixed martial arts guys seem to be sporting the wing thing lately. Maybe they are following Beckham's lead? I have wondered if they are like a memorial thing for someone the person had lost. The tattoo's are beautiful I must say.

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      K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      I thought about the guardian Angel thing also, makes good sense. A friend of mine said this is his take on the matter as well.
      Any Tattoo artists know the answer?

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   the oysisposted 12 years ago

   Is it a conspiracy?
   
   I have seen more and more people when out shopping and on Tv with Tattoo's.  Now, there is even a movie that is comming out on the topic.  So, what gives?  Is everyone going back to the era of "Elephant Man" the movie that made biker Cher a hit with College kids in the 90's?
   
   Does anyone know the truth.

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      K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Pretty sure tattoo's have been around before Cher and that the conspiracy concept is unlikely. But, who knows; big wings do shout suspicion! Just kidding TO.
      I have tattoo's myself and each holds a meaning for me. Many people have body art done in memory of someone they love, an emblem for a favorite interest, the name of a lover, and I have one of a tiger because it is the main character representing one of my martial art styles. So possibly the wing thing has something significant in meaning, is my point.

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