Pegasus Tattoo

The image of a horse with wings, called Pegasus lived in the myths of our ancestors. The popularity of this mythical creature has grown to the creation of numerous sketches for tattoos, which are quite often chosen by our customers. Who is suitable for such a tattoo, what it symbolizes – on these questions we will try to answer you right now.

The meaning of the tattoo Pegasus

The image of Pegasus entered the mass culture of modernity from ancient Greek myths. This winged horse, according to myth, was the fruit of the sin of Gorgon and Poseidon, and in general was not the most good-natured character in all the mythology of ancient Greece. Incidentally, there is another version of the creature’s birth – from drops of blood that spilled from the severed head of the same Gorgon.

Later the image of Pegasus was poetized and was considered as a patron of writers and all creative personalities. But more often, the winged horse acted as a symbol of oratory – this meaning you can also use when you want to score a tattoo of Pegasus on your body.

Today the Pegasus is also a very philosophical image. And also this motif very often attracts people with a strong will and high intelligence. Conveniently, the motif is universal, that is, it does not matter whether you choose Pegasus man or woman.

Pegasus tattoo options

The stylistics of the Pegasus tattoo sketch can be absolutely any. The plus side is also that the choice of the future tattoo sketch is completely up to you. You may prefer a complex sketch with an abundance of meaningful symbols and decorations. And sometimes it makes more sense in tattoos, made in a minimalist style.

In terms of placement, then everything also depends on you. But it is worth noting that most often tattoos with Pegasus can be spotted on:

  • Cheekbone;
  • Scapula;
  • Decollete area;
  • Thigh;
  • Shoulder.

Before deciding to make a Pegasus image, you should look at the sketches on our website – there is a lot to see.