Goldfish tattoo

The drawing of a goldfish is quite a popular subject for tattoos, and it came to us not only from children’s fairy tales. The origin of this symbol is considered to be the legends of Eastern countries. Such a tattoo can become a decoration not only female body, which seems obvious, but also male. And about the meaning of the image we will talk about now.

The meaning of the golden fish tattoo

The legend of ancient China, which is almost identical to the fairy tale known to us since childhood, made a whole talisman of good luck and happiness out of a goldfish. It is believed that this talisman can save a person from poverty.

In Japanese culture, too, has its own legend of the goldfish, but here he is associated with the balance of masculine and feminine principles, that is, its meaning is almost identical to the Yin-Yang sign. In Europe, the same symbol appears thanks to the sailors, who have put in this tattoo deep philosophical meaning – it was a sign of their difficult life. Today, the tattoo can be seen more often on a woman’s body, and the meaning in this case will be as follows:

  • Tenderness and femininity;
  • Love of luxury;
  •  The fragility of beauty and youthfulness;
  • Willfulness;
  • Refined taste.

As to why the image of the goldfish is most often considered a truly feminine symbol, it is worth mentioning a legend. In China, it was said that these beautiful fish are actually the tears of beauties who became alive by the will of the gods.

You can look for meaning in fish stories on your own. For example, a pair of goldfish according to the same Chinese people symbolizes a happy marriage. Do not stop searching for the symbolism in this symbol, because it is inexhaustible.

Stylistics and locations

If we talk about the popularity of the symbol, the goldfish does not mind decorating their bodies of the fair sex. Among men wishing to strike such a tattoo, by times less, because the stronger sex prefers more masculine images.

Large tattoos with goldfish are not common, because the compact designs look more aesthetic on the body. Such a tattoo can be located on the lower back, lower leg, ankle, forearm or collarbone. You must remember that the location of the tattoo to choose you.

Another important point is the choice of the sketch. The most important thing when choosing a suitable design is to start by studying several styles used in the art of body art. A typical style of execution of a goldfish tattoo is old-school. But today more often choose to work in the styles of realism, watercolor, traditional and oriental. All of the above are not the end, as you can see by reading the proposed options sketches.