The tattooings of the Qilakitsoq Eskimo mummies

Authors

  • N. P. Kromann
  • H. Kapel
  • E. R. Løytved
  • J. P. Hart Hansen

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7146/mog-ms.v12.146615

Abstract

The bodies of eight mummies were examined with infrared photography to reveal tattooings. No tattooings were found in the two children nor in a young woman aged 18-20 years. The remaining five women were all tattooed in the face. No such decorations were found elsewhere on the bodies.

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Published

1990-01-26

Issue

Vol. 12 (1989): Meddelelser om Grønland. Man & Society

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