Sparrow Tattoo

Tattoo with the image of a small gray bird called a sparrow may well be called a classic. Similar natal drawings are popular in many countries around the world. Are you curious to know what is the meaning hidden under this simple-looking image? Then we are happy to help you.

Meaning of the sparrow tattoo

Tattoos with the image of a sparrow are considered one of the typical subjects of the old-school style – these body paintings are characteristic of sailors. Regarding the symbolism of this image, sparrows are considered true connoisseurs of freedom. Because of this, the sparrow tattoo correlates with such meanings:

• The desire to remain above all mortal things;
• Love for fun;
• Nonchalance;
• Lust for life;
• Enthusiasm;
• Energy;
• Understanding of the value of home;
• Loyalty.

Ornithologists may note one surprising fact about sparrows – they have proven to be very hardy birds, as they are able to cover considerable distances. Therefore, endurance can also be considered a rather significant interpretation.

But the sparrow tattoo, like many other drawings, can also have a negative meaning. Such negative interpretations can be considered:

• Greed;
• Greed;
• Envy;
• Lust;
• Bullying.

History of the symbol

Most often, tattoos with sparrows were applied to the body as a dedication to certain gods. For example, in Ancient Greece, such a tattoo was considered a symbol of the goddess Aphrodite. In ancient Egypt, the sparrow was used to represent the sparrow on sacred objects for burial, believing it to be a guide to the next world.

Were popular tattoos with sparrows and in China, where they personified the male force. Probably this fact became a source of association of the given tattoo with a vicious craving and debauchery in Europe.

Choice of location

The choice of location for the sparrow tattoo is largely your choice. Traditionally, such a tattoo is printed on the back of the hand, shoulder, or torso area under the ribs. Also, men may place the drawing on the shoulder blade or on the chest.

Girls may also be interested in the sparrow symbol. Place such a tattoo can be placed on the hip or in front on the collarbone. Small drawings can fit behind the ear.

Sparrow Tattoo Sketches

The most interesting thing for anyone planning to apply a sparrow tattoo is the selection of the sketch. In order not to make a mistake with the choice, we advise to first decide on the style in which the work will be performed.

If you already know the place on the body where the sparrow tattoo will be placed, then you can already assume what the scale will be the image. Only after all this you can study the options for tattoo designs depicting a sparrow. And it is advised to begin with a photo, which is on our site.