All about the four-leaf clover tattoo
The four-leaf clover tattoo is one of the popular options. It has a special meaning and is used by both women and men. You can paint a simple four-leaf clover on the body, or you can make the design more complex, but no less attractive.
Meaning
Clover is the national symbol of Ireland, where St. Patrick introduced Christianity. Clover is a symbol of the Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The four-leaf clover was found in the rolling hills of Ireland. It was believed that if someone was lucky to find him, he would certainly be lucky and rich. The flower has become popular due to its rarity.
Tattoo "Four-leaf clover", or "Four-leaf clover", comes from Ireland... Basically, such a tattoo usually means good luck. This was the original meaning of the clover as it was not easy to find. It is believed that only one clover in 10,000 will have 4 leaves.
In addition, the meaning of such a tattoo can be interpreted as a combination of all the virtues in life. Some people use it to combine 4 four meanings: the first leaf represents love, the second represents hope, the third and fourth symbolize luck and faith. This plant is used as a general symbol of life.
Some people apply it just for beauty, without investing any meaning in the drawing. The image of such a clover has a beautiful design and is unique in its own way. The artist can add additional colors and elements to make the drawing more attractive. The general design of a tattoo can vary, there are a huge number of possible options.
Since clover can also stand for hope and love, it can be painted on the body by lovers or family members. Typically, this is one of the tattoos with a special positive meaning.
However, when the tattoo is applied with other symbols, such as a skull or a sword, the meaning changes to negative.
Tattoo options
The male 4-leaf clover is no different from the female. For men and women, almost the same sketches are used, with the exception of those cases when flowers, butterflies or ladybugs appear nearby for girls.
Simple
Simple 4-leaf clover tattoos can be either colored or black and white. Sometimes a mini tattoo comes with an inscription.
Very common simple celtic four leaf clover tattoo... The black version looks good on any body, regardless of gender. This is the most common type of pattern. The tattoo may contain some features, for example, complemented by the Celtic Tree of Life or a cross, which are included in the clover.
Card players also love to do on themselves image of a happy 4-leaf clover. This image is believed to attract good luck in gambling. The symbol can appear along with money, cards. Sometimes dice are a good addition to the overall sketch.
This symbol is quite common in any culture, sometimes it is used to denote good luck with a different, hidden meaning. Depending on the culture, clover can complement the details of a particular people. Such tattoos are also called tribal... In the center of the composition is clover, around it are elements that can be found in mythology, religion of only a particular nation.
There is also a four-leaf clover tattoo, the meaning of which is family.... It can imply a consanguineous relationship or simply a group of people devoted to each other. For a group of people united by a single idea, tattoo symbols will differ in both design and meaning. The picture can be used to indicate that the group is one, and that its members have a special cause, purpose.
Creative
Many creative options can be seen today, where a 4-leaf clover is depicted with a ladybug or a horseshoe. Sometimes a tattoo contains a lot of detail. An ornament or pattern is chosen at will or created by a master, based on a common idea. Often, the meaning of any additional character is known only to the bearer. These tattoos are very personal and are often done in places where it is not easy to see them.
The clover tattoo is done in honor of St. Patrick's Day. This tattoo can be used to commemorate the day when Christianity was introduced to Ireland. Another way to apply this tattoo is by drawing the number 13 over the top of the clover. Sometimes the inscription "St. Patrick's Day" is simply applied. You can use clover in combination with other symbols, but you should clearly understand what they mean.
Where can I get it?
Modern man gets tattoos on any part of the body. Clover can often be found:
- on the wrist;
- On the hand;
- on the foot;
- on the lower back.
Like any other type of tattoo, this one has no design or location restrictions.
You can draw a clover anywhere, you just need to take into account the dimensions and free space.
If the tattoo is supposed to be large, including having a stem, then it is better to apply it on the side, arm or back.
This option also looks great. on the hips, stretching down towards the legs... Other parts of the body can be used to make the pattern smaller. These are the fingers, wrist, back of the ear, neck, or ankle. Mini tattoos are done here. The tattoo is applied in the area where it will look elegant.
Beautiful examples
In practice, tattoo artists have many sketches that can be used to select a four leaf clover tattoo.
- Image with a skull and a rose.Looks good in color.
- A simple option in several shades.
- Minimalist around the neck.
- Colored version on the chest.