New exhibition! The
@cityreliquary is
proud to present “Liberty the Tattooed Lady: The Great Bartholdi Statue as Depicted in Tattooing.” Curated by
@daredevilmichelle This exhibition is the first devoted entirely to the history of Statue of Liberty tattoos. A stunning collection of vintage tattoo art— including pieces never publicly displayed before-shows how the Statue of Liberty has been embraced and embodied by American tattoo artists since the turn of the century.
Join us in celebrating this new exhibit at a reception on
*Friday, April 5, at 6 pm.*
Since its unveiling in 1886, the Statue of Liberty has served as a symbol of New York City and the nation. Received as a gift from France to commemorate the Declaration of Independence and the abolition of slavery, Lady Liberty has long represented ideals often associated with the idea of America: freedom and liberty. Antique flash, vintage photographs, drawings, and other related objects on display in this exhibit show that Lady Liberty has been a popular subject in tattooing for as long as she’s stood in New York Harbor.
On view now through January 12, 2025.
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