Tattoos are wonderful art forms that grace the body parts of men and women in different sizes and shapes. The back tattoos are also very popular among both the sexes and most of them go to the tattoo artists with the wish of getting their back decorated with a captivating design. Well, it is obvious that the wearer cannot view his own back and therefore, most of the times, these tattoos are meant for flaunting. Those people who want to keep their tattoo under wraps also prefer to get tattoos on back.
The advantage with a back tattoo is that there is ample space for the artist to give shape to his creativity. Large picturesque tattoos are fit to be placed here only. Even those images and designs that need fine detailing get best treatment on the back. Here we have created a post with 45 images that will shed light on the finer nuances associated with this genre of tattoo. If you are interested in finding out more about them then do take a look at this post. You are sure to find them interesting and useful.
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Full Back Tattoo
Some people are crazy about tattoos and this man displays his passion through an expansive art form that graces his back.
Mystic Back Tattoo
The damsel captured by the fierce dragon is inspired from some ghost story and looks very catchy as a tattoo.
Graceful Back Tattoo
This back tattoo reminds us of a landscape design and looks very decent in its gloomy form.
Mystic Back Piece
This back tattoo carries a tribal design and Sanskrit quote that means a lot to the girl.
Center Back Tattoo
The flower looks very feminine and the stars around it are symbolic of the shine a woman brings into the world with her motherly care and affection.
Badass Back Piece
The black and white tiger and dragon represent the tough fight one has to undertake in order to achieve one’s goals in life.
Wings & Horns Tattoo
Graceful tattoo created on the back that symbolizes the love of the guy for animals and birds.
Full Back Dragon Tattoo
The man conveys his ambition to acquire power and wisdom through the dragon tattoo that also looks intimidating.
Peacock Tattoo
The woman has got a beautiful peacock on her back that is symbolic of feminine grace and subtle charm.
Jesus Back Piece
This religious guy got a tattoo of Jesus on his back along with praying hands and roses to serve as source of motivation.
Wings & Spine Tattoo
An abstract back piece that is extremely short on beauty and design and looks ugly.
Phoenix Tattoo On Back
The mythical bird, covering the back, that rises from its ashes is a symbol of resurrection and resilience.
Unique Back Tattoo
Take a look at this distinctive design that resembles a machine and sits on the back of the guy.
Fearsome Back Piece
This full back tattoo would appeal to those who like freaking awesome pictures.
Artistic Tribal Tattoo
Clean details grace this back tattoo that is full of skilled artistry and commendable design.
Old School Navy Tattoo
This man got the ship tattoo on his back as a mark of tribute to his profession.
Beautiful Back Tattoo
This nice pattern created on the back has got tremendous eye-catching appeal and looks very distinctive.
Raging Dragon On Back
Popular Oriental culture symbol, sitting on the back, looks very majestic and symbolizes passion and power.
Buddha Tattoo
This is the first tattoo of the girl and she got it because she admires the philosophy of the Buddhist religion.
Back Skull Tattoo
Big back tattoo, engraved on the back, symbolizes the wearer’s fascination with death and black magic.
Octopus Tattoo
This guy likes the sea animal that wields tremendous control through its firm grip and therefore, got it on his back as tattoo.
Intriguing Back Tattoo
This back tattoo arouses curiosity and is symbolic of life after death, related to heaven and hell.
Jesus & Angels Tattoo
The guy got this tattoo on his back with the hope that it would bring peace in his life.
Robot Tattoo
Colorful and cute robot on the back of the tech-savvy guy looks very captivating.
Flowers Across The Back
Black and gray cherry blossom flowing across the back symbolize the fact that life is beautiful but ephemeral.
Abstract Back Tattoo
The guy shows off his back tattoo that is very fuzzy in appearance but holds personal meaning for the wearer.
Cool Back Tattoo
This back tattoo showing angels, bat and roses points towards the dark and fascinating mystery called death.
Distinct Back Tattoo
Since tattoos are very personal in nature, one can have anything that one wants and this guy got a unique design for himself on the back.
Grim Reaper Tattoo
The harbinger of death, holding a globe in its hand, presents a fearsome sight to the eyes.
Pretty Back Tattoo
Amazing artful tattoo, done on the back, looks super captivating and also indicates towards the aesthetic eye of the wearer.
Wolf Back Piece
The shrewd and cunning creature who is known for its sharpness graces the back of the wearer, in a sober form.
Battle Scene Tattoo
The crusade scene, etched on the back of the wearer, depicts the essence of constant fight between good and evil.
In Loving Memory Tattoo
This angel wings tattoo is in the loving memory of the wearer’s mother who he misses a lot.
Inspirational Back Piece
The cross and the angel wings along with the lettering “move forward” send out the message of acceptance of truth.
Japanese Back Piece
Symbol of Japanese culture; the oni mask, koi fish, dragon and foo dog together create an alluring portrait.
Japanese Guy Back Tattoo
Another tattoo symbolic of Japanese culture shows that shows the koi fish, cherry blossom flowers, foo dog and Kanji lettering.
Fairy Back Piece
This woman loves tranquility and peacefulness and the fairy on her back is a symbol of these very traits.
Koi & Cherry Tree Tattoo
Japanese girl’s back tattoo symbolizes her feminine beauty that can be also pretty tough and hardy at times.
Fantastic Back Tattoo
The stars, rays, eye and the other elements lend a touch of magic and mystery to this back tattoo of the girl.
Pretty Flowers Tattoo
Vibrant back tattoo created with flowers and a small hummingbird that symbolizes the wearer’s love for nature.
Dragon & Woman Tattoo
Entwined together; the dragon and the woman symbolize the story of the beauty and the beast.
Sexy Back Tattoo
Gun taped with Christmas greetings looks very exclusive as back tattoo and makes one think out-of-the-box.
Viking Tattoo
The warriors and explorers etched on the back of the wearer symbolize the adventurous and daring nature of the wearer.
Full Back Wings Tattoo
Large wings tattoo, on the back, is still in progress and indicates the desire of the girl to be completely free.
Full Dark Back Piece
Look carefully at this full back tattoo and you will notice the face of a demon peeping out of it.