KIKKO

By Dillon Forte

About this design

The Kikko pattern is inspired by the hexagonal shape of tortoise shells, an auspicious animal, symbolizing longevity. In the past, the samurai's armor could be composed of many hexagonal facets sewn together, similar to this geometric pattern.

Tags

  • Blackwork
  • fine line
  • geometric
Size
Any size
Placement
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