Cat Tattoos

In the past as well as in different parts of the world the cat has many varied symbolic references attached to it.  Most are familiar with the saying of bad luck if a black cat crosses your path and the reference to cats with nine lives.  Much of the appeal to cat tattoo seems to be either in reference to a pet or a type of mysterious appeal that the cat tattoo offers.

Many of the cat tattoos today appear to be associated with the love and adoration of the cat as a household pet.  They are often iuulstrated in a loving playful manner or peacefully curled up.  As well there are some fun cartoon like displays.

There are many contradictions of meanings with the cat such as in some parts of the world they are representative of good luck yet a black cat can be bad luck.  In Japan it has been an ill omen and in some Chinese references, due to the cats good eyesight they are said to see spirits in the dark.  Whatever meaning cats have for you, there are many beautiful cat tattoos in a host of colors and some very sophisticated black cats that I'm sure you'll enjoy haveing a look at.