In ancient times, when electric light did not yet exist even in the dreams of the best researchers and / or inventors, humanity needed other ways to illuminate itself and make its way through the darkness of the night. The torches they were one of the most widespread elements to be illuminated in the middle of the night when it was necessary to make trips under the blanket of the stars.
And although it could also be found in some places, it was more an object to make your way in the dark than to illuminate a room. Candles were used for this task. Well, leaving aside this little introduction sip the torches, if we extrapolate it to today, in the world of tattoos they have a quite positive character. That is why torch tattoos are the order of the day and more and more people dare to embody one on their skin.
If we look for a meaning or symbolism to torch tattoos, as such we will not find it. We should go more to the side of the fire. And it is that fire is a symbol of passion, intensity and ardor. A tattoo in which fire makes an appearance can perfectly have one of these connotations. It is also important to emphasize that fire has some negative meanings.
And the thing is, it is obviously that fire, while on the one hand it protects, illuminates and gives us heat, it also has its destructive side. It reduces everything to ashes. Although, I would choose to give it a more respectful character than what was mentioned above. If you have a very temperamental personality, without a doubt, any tattoo in which fire is present will be very interesting.
Now if we want to look for a meaning of torch tattoos, we can relate it to the introduction of the article. They are an element to make our way in the dark. A metaphor that we can extrapolate to the problems that we must face throughout our lives. It does not matter if you are in a dark or gray stage, with belief, strength and perseverance, you can move on.
As for torch tattoo designs, the truth is that, practically in any style they look very good. Of course, in case a server had to tattoo a torch, he would do it in a medium-large size and in a classic style. Using solid colors and a very strong outline. The result would be incredible, as you can see in the gallery below.
