Source: Instagram
Everyone loves flipping through photos of impressive body ink. We partnered with GSN's Steampunk'd to round up the best Victorian-era tattoos.
Whether you're new to the tattoo world or looking for ideas for your next ink, consider taking something from the world of steampunk. Pictures from this popular sci-fi subgenre typically include everything from steam-powered machinery to sketchings of intricate keys and clocks. Check out these 15 images for the ultimate in 19th century inspiration.
1 Key to the Past
Image Source: Instagram user lukemacmillantattooer
2 You Hold the Key
Image Source: Instagram user aya_mizoguchi
3 Tied Up
Image Source: Instagram user punkturedtattoo
4 Key to My Heart
Image Source: Instagram user beckycairns1980
5 Wrapped Up
Image Source: Instagram user shockstarink
6 Thick Skull
Image Source: Instagram user christianebuyx
7 Miniature Key
Image Source: Instagram user demele_tattoo
8 Out of Time
Image Source: Instagram user uncannyink
9 Tick Tock
Image Source: Instagram user sonnparis
10 Brass Goggles
Image Source: Instagram user vulpix93
11 Switching Gears
Image Source: Instagram user zinistertattoo
12 In Stitches
Image Source: Instagram user chess_balster
13 Eye of the Beholder
Image Source: Instagram user superflytattoos
14 Bugged Out
Image Source: Instagram user tattoo.patricia.marquez
15 Gearing Up
Image Source: Courtesy of Steampunk'd