Manuscript, "Tattooing Notes," by Harry V. Lawson, circa 1920
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Lawson's pamphlet, How to Do Tattooing, explains that a tattoo business can be started with just "a little nerve and a small bank roll." He encourages tattooists to be "ready for any emergency" with a collection of "flash" to apply to first time patients and circus sideshow hopefuls alike. A handwritten manuscript outlining tattoo removal remedies is also included here.
Lawson's pamphlet, How to Do Tattooing, explains that a tattoo business can be started with just "a little nerve and a small bank roll." He encourages tattooists to be "ready for any emergency" with a collection of "flash" to apply to first time patients and circus sideshow hopefuls alike. A handwritten manuscript outlining tattoo removal remedies is also included here.
Artifact
Manuscript (Document genre)
Date Made
circa 1920
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
80.63.16
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Handwriting
Dimensions
Height: 9.625 in
Width: 4.75 in
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