Maori tattoo designs

• Maori pattern - the tip of a spear

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The spearheads can be seen on almost every Polynesian tattoo design. The symbol stands for courage and struggle. They are usually used in combination with other symbols to convey certain meanings. For example, a band of spearheads and a band of Enata symbols by its side means victory over the opponent.

• Polynesian Tattoos - Maori Pattern Shark Teeth

Shark teeth stand for protection, leadership, power, savagery, adaptability, etc. In Polynesian legends, sharks also represent the god of the Polynesians. Its authoritarian charisma make the shark motif very popular. It can be used to fill gaps or to frame certain areas and also the whole tattoo. The triangles can taper to any point, i.e. they can be designed to be equilateral or isosceles.

• Polynesian Tattoo Symbols - Lizard (or Gecko) Meaning

In Polynesian culture, lizards and geckos are considered to be manifestations of the gods with the name Moko (this is also the name of the face tattoo in Maori culture). This creature can talk to the gods, observe the world beyond, bring happiness. In Maori culture it is believed that the lizard protects against evil and disease.

Maori Tattoo Stencils

Maori tattoos: the most beautiful symbols and their meanings

Maori tattoos often have a very special meaning. We'll show you the most beautiful Maori symbols and reveal what's behind the tattoos.

Maori tattoos are more than body jewelry. They usually have a profound meaning and are very complex. The special tattoos have their origin in New Zealand. They were (and still are) one of the trademarks of the native people there, the Maori. But not only in New Zealand, also in Polynesia, which includes Hawaii, this type of body art looks back on a long history. What many do not know: Maori tattoos are even considered the original tattoos.

The meaning of Maori tattoos differs depending on the symbols used. Small motifs are often incorporated into an elaborate pattern. Sea symbols such as a wave, a turtle or shark's teeth are widespread.

Unlike "normal" tattoos, outsiders cannot see at first glance what the Maori tattoo means. Because every Maori tattoo is individually engraved and can even be adapted to your own life story. And that is exactly what makes the Polynesian tattoo, as this tattoo style is also called, so special.

Are Maori tattoos suitable for women?

Maori tattoos are mainly characterized by their wide lines and clear, striking patterns. As a result, the Polynesian symbols often appear very hard and dark. Usually a Maori tattoo also covers quite large areas of the body. For example, in the so-called Polynesian sleeve, the entire upper arm is traditionally tattooed.

Therefore, many mistakenly believe that Maori tattoos are only suitable for men. But that's not true. Women can also wear this traditional tattoo style great. There are many small Maori motifs with a great meaning.