Traditional tiger and panther tattoo in Turin
Big cats ready to pounce: one of the most recognisable subjects in traditional tattooing.
- Style
- traditional
- Artists
- Alessandro Damilano, Simone Curcio
- Price
- from €80
- Walk-in
- subject to availability
Tiger and panther are among the most recognisable subjects in traditional tattooing: the open jaws, the stare, the tense body. They have always been tattooed as symbols of strength and courage, and they hold up well over time because the design is big, clear and made of solid masses.
How it is done in traditional style
- Tiger head. The classic subject: open jaws, teeth on show, black stripes on orange fur. Often with a dagger, stars or a banner with a word.
- Panther. Black and full-length, in an attacking pose, with yellow claws and red details that set her apart from the black. It is a subject that develops in length and suits the arm, leg or back.
- Other big cats. The repertoire also includes the leopard, with its spotted coat, treated with the same approach.
Who tattoos them at Hardtimes
Tigers and panthers are among the subjects of our traditional artists: Alessandro Damilano also tattoos them with banners and daggers, and Simone Curcio lists them among his subjects, together with roses, daggers and masks. Look at the work below and choose the hand.
How to book
Through the contact page or in the studio, Via Buniva 4: free quote and, if there is space, walk-ins too. Visiting from abroad? See getting a tattoo in Turin as a visitor.
The work
Who tattoos it
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a tiger and a panther in traditional tattooing?
The tiger is mostly done as a head with open jaws, with stripes as a graphic pattern; the panther, black, is usually a full figure in an attacking pose with the claws on show. The colour changes too: orange and black for the tiger, solid black with red or yellow details for the panther.
What do they mean?
They are symbols of strength and courage. In traditional they often come with a dagger or a banner with a word, which changes the meaning: we talk about it in the studio, depending on what you want to say.
How much does it cost?
Tattoos start from €80; a medium tiger head and a full panther are priced differently. The quote is free.