Batok, batek, patik, batik, or buri, among other names, are general terms for indigenous tattoos of the Philippines. [1] Tattooing on both sexes was practiced by almost all ethnic groups of the …

Batok tattoos are traditionally done by skilled tattoo artists known as "mambabatok" or "manbunong," who have been trained in the art of hand-tapped tattooing. These tattoos often …

Oct 29, 2017 · Tattooing was prevalent during the pre-Hispanic and early colonial period in the Philippines. The practice was common among the Bontok, Ifugao and Kalinga people, the …

Nov 28, 2022 · There are several words for tattoo depending on the Filipino dialect, but for the purposes of this post I’ll use the Visayan batok to refer to the traditional Filipino tattoo. Each …

Apr 26, 2023 · Batek or batok (“to hit” or “to strike”) is the term for the traditional tattoos of northern Luzon, after the “tek” sound of hitting the stick during tattooing. In Visayas and …

Apr 8, 2025 · Batok, batek, patik, batik, or buri are general terms for indigenous tattoos of the Philippines. Tattooing on both sexes was practiced by almost all ethnic groups of the …

Lane Wilcken is a scholar, cultural tattoo practitioner and advocate for the the critically endangered practice of "batok" or cultural tattoos of the Philippines. He also has studied other …

Aug 9, 2024 · Batok is a general term for indigenous tattoos of the Philippines, meaning "to hit" or "to tap", and master tattoo artists and cultural practitioners of the art are known as …

Aug 1, 2020 · This paper provides insights into the roles and functions of the tattoos, and how the tattoos (batek) become cultural symbols of the intricate rituals brought about by community …

Apr 4, 2024 · The Filipino sun tattoo, also known as the “Batik” or “Batek,” is a powerful symbol that has deep roots in the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines. This iconic design holds a …