Charlie Wagner, King of Bowery Tattooers

Charlie Wagner (born Wiegner) was one of the most widely recognized American tattoo artists of the twentieth century. Hailed as the dean of tattooers on the New York Bowery, his longstanding tattoo career spanned from the turn of the century until his death in the early 1950s.

Charlie Wagner, Tattooer, On-the-air With Fred Allen

See the History of New York's Tattoo Culture in 10 Photographs

Charlie Wagner, the Inventor of Modern Tattooing

Charlie Wagner's tattoo shop

A Touch of Tattoo History on Charlie Wagner from Bikernet

Painless” Jack Tyron tattooed by Charlie Wagner and Lewis (Lew

Charlie Wagner, King of Bowery Tattooers

Tattoo Artist Leaves An Indelible Imprint On Milford

Charlie Wagner, King of Bowery Tattooers

Relics from the Past: Photograph of Charlie Wagner, 6-Tracks from

See the History of New York's Tattoo Culture in 10 Photographs