The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry has long been capturing the hearts and minds of adults and children alike. And if you’re here and curious about tattoos from The Little Prince, then it’s likely that you’re a devotee of this sweet little book as well!
The Little Prince tattoos come in all shapes, sizes, and colors; some follow the classic illustrations from the book, while others branch out into bolder interpretations. But you’re sure to see your favorite characters and illustrations on this list…including the elephant eaten by a boa constrictor, the fox, the rose, the sheep, and (of course) the little prince himself!
No matter whether you’re considering getting your own tattoo from The Little Prince or are just curious about the artistic interpretations others have taken, this list will show you some of the most amazing The Little Prince tattoo ideas out there!
1. The Little Prince Universe Tattoo
This stunning The Little Prince Tattoo is one of my favorites, as it encompasses the whole universe of things that make this book so delightful! There’s the hat/elephant eaten by a boa constrictor, the darling little fox, the prince’s planet with his rose, and the little prince himself! It’s perfect in every way.
2. Watercolor Little Prince Tattoo
While this tattoo set doesn’t follow the original illustrations as faithfully as some others on this list, they are such vibrant and colorful tattoos and are beautiful in their own right! Definitely worthy to help inspire your own rendition of any The Little Prince tattoos.
3. Minimalist Little Prince and Fox Tattoo
This line drawing tattoo design of the little prince and the fox sitting side-by-side and looking out at the stars is adorable! It’s a subtle nod to this lovely book and evokes the spirit of the book perfectly.
4. Elephant/Hat Tattoo
Everyone who loves The Little Prince knows that one of the best parts of the book is the opening where the narrator describes his success/failure in drawing as a kid. I mean, of course that’s a boa constrictor eating an elephant and not a hat. Who could have doubted it? This matching tattoo pair shows the outside and inside of the boa constrictor perfectly and will bring a smile to the face of any The Little Prince fan.
5. Little Prince and Rose on Planet Tattoo
One of the most popular The Little Prince tattoo designs is some variation of the prince, the rose, and the fox sitting on the prince’s home planet. But this version of the tattoo is particularly beautiful with its slight use of color to bring the scene to life!
6. Two Halves Little Prince Tattoo
I adore this unique The Little Prince tattoo, as the tattoos on each arm come together to make one whole scene! It’s a fun concept and this tattoo fulfills its potential to perfection.
7. Bright Watercolor Little Prince Tattoo
If you’re looking for vibrant colors, then this is the absolute best of all The Little Prince tattoos to use as inspiration. The striking purple definitely makes it stand out, as does the prince’s green outfit and the pretty yellow stars and planets in the sky. Plus, it shows of the planet’s tiny volcanoes—so what’s not to love?
8. The Little Prince Quote Tattoo
Another excellent The Little Prince tattoo idea is to use a quote from the book. This quote—”L’essentiel est invisible pour les yeux”—really captures the heart of this book, and it’s perfectly framed with the delicate stars and planets surrounding it!
9. Little Prince Quote and Planet Tattoo
Of course, if you like the idea of a quote but want something with a little bit more flair, you could also combine a quote with an iconic image like this one of the prince on his planet. The delicate script and illustration make this an elegant and darling tattoo!
10. The Little Prince and Fox Illustration Tattoo
If you’re looking for a tattoo that’s faithful to the original illustrations, this line drawing lifted directly from the book is an excellent choice! It evokes all the charm of the book in just a few strokes and is sure to bring any other The Little Prince fans in the vicinity right to your side!
11. The Little Prince Fox Tattoo
Speaking of original illustrations, there’s no better way to show your appreciation for The Little Prince than by getting a tattoo of the darling fox that becomes friends with the prince. Many of The Little Prince fox tattoos are line drawings (like this one), but these tattoos here take it a step further by giving them a pop of color. It’s a delightful tattoo to get on your own or as a matching set with a friend, spouse, etc!
12. Little Prince Landscape Tattoo
If you’re looking for a tiny The Little Prince tattoo to get, then this minimalist tattoo of the landscape illustration is excellent inspiration. Any fan would recognize it right away with the lone star in the sky!
13. Colored Little Prince Planet Tattoo
This is definitely one of my favorite tattoos on the list! I love the rich but minimal use of color, and especially adore the way the prince’s scarf flows in the wind in that deep red that matches the color of the rose. This is certainly a tattoo to remember!
14. Diamond Little Prince Scenes Tattoo
If you’re looking for another daring The Little Prince tattoo for inspiration, then look no further! This cool tattoo utilizes diamond borders to delineate different scenes and illustrations. It’s the perfect geometrical tattoo with a literary twist!
15. Sheep and Box Tattoo
I’ve always loved the part of the book where the narrator keeps trying to draw the sheep the prince requested, but the prince keeps finding fault with each sheep until he draws a box and tells the prince the sheep is inside. It’s such a funny scene with poignant connotations for the rest of the book. Hence, these sheep and box tattoos are an excellent tribute to The Little Prince!
16. Fox and Prince Quote Tattoo
This is one of my favorite quotes from The Little Prince and I love the way this tattoo is designed! It’s so perfect with the quote being the focus, but with the addition of the tiny fox and prince line drawing.
17. Little Prince and Rose Colorful Tattoo
This tattoo is breathtaking! You can feel the prince’s love for his beautiful rose, and the explosion of color surrounding the two is simply extraordinary. Unfortunately, this one’s only a temporary tattoo…but can you imagine if you had it done as a real tattoo?!
18. Fox and Rose Pastel Tattoo
This stunning tattoo of the fox and the rose is given a new twist with the pastel coloring of the fox and a quote from The Kite Runner, but even though the quote is from another book it definitely fits with the themes of The Little Prince too. I love how this tattoo combines two of the things the prince loves most, but does so in a unique and extraordinary way!
19. The Little Prince Rose Tattoo
The rose is one of the most memorable characters in The Little Prince, and if you’re looking for a subtle literary tattoo then this is the way to go! With a minimalist drawing like this one of the rose under the glass, those who don’t know the story of The Little Prince will probably just think you like roses. But those who also love the book will immediately catch on and probably strike up a conversation with you!
20. Colored Rose and Fox Tattoo
If you want to take the rose tattoo a step further, consider combining it with a fox and some tiny stars and planets like in this tattoo. The fox doesn’t look anything like the fox from the original illustrations, but it is a beautiful animal and the combination of all these elements make it clear that this is a tribute to The Little Prince.
21. Little Prince and Planet Number Tattoo
This tattoo is similar to a few others on the list, but one of the reasons I really like it is that it includes the number/name of the prince’s asteroid—B 612! This is such a fun little detail to include on any The Little Prince tattoo.
22. Little Prince Pastel Tattoo
I love everything about this tattoo—from the location, to the design, to the beautiful pastel coloring! It’s such a simple tattoo but is still so evocative of the spirit of The Little Prince.
23. Sheep and Rose Tattoo
Oops, it looks like the prince is going to have to look out for his rose better so the sheep doesn’t eat her! This cute tattoo takes the sheep directly from the illustrations in the book, and the little splotches of color just continue to help it to come to life.
24. Inside Arm Quote Tattoos
Another excellent tattoo idea is to take your favorite The Little Prince illustrations and combine them with your favorite quotes. The artwork and quote script are both impeccable here, and this is a fun way to mismatch your tattoos while still matching them in their theme!
25. Fox, Prince, and Rose Tattoo
This tiny tattoo of the fox, the prince, and the rose is adorable and evokes a sense of companionship and quiet friendship in the way they stare off as if watching one of the planet’s many sunsets. Even though it’s tiny, it’s one of the most captivating tattoos on this list!
26. Little Prince Line Drawing Quote Tattoo
There’s something about the style of this tattoo with its straight lines that contrast with the curvy and whimsical nature of most of the other The Little Prince tattoos. But it is still darling in a no-nonsense and minimal way, and made perfect with its pretty little quote below the illustration.
27. Little Prince and Fox Tattoo
While the idea of this tattoo is similar to the one above, this one shows more of the curving lines that are typical of tattoos of The Little Prince. Although both are lovely, this one’s a little bit more whimsical in nature than the one above.
28. Circular Prince and Fox Tattoo
This tattoo steps out into the realm of the bold again, with the black circular outline and the splashes of bright colors. It’s a unique and fun take on The Little Prince!
29. Little Prince Staring at Rose Tattoo
Throughout the book, it is clear just how much the prince loves the rose that grew on his planet. This tattoo captures some of that love and infatuation, as he enjoys gazing at it while it is protected under its glass globe.
30. Prince and Sky Rectangular Tattoo
Of all The Little Prince tattoo ideas, this is one of the most unique. Its rectangular shape makes it stand out, as does its sky fading into inky blue. I love how the prince and the rose are just tiny silhouettes at the bottom of the frame!
31. Prince and Fox Facing Forward Tattoo
While a lot of the tattoos of the prince with the fox are facing away, this one is special in that we get to see the front of both of them. It’s a minimal and exquisite tattoo and is one of my favorites!
32. Fox and Prince Love Tattoo
This tattoo also has the prince and the fox facing forward, and it’s finished off with the word “love” in a pretty script below them both. Definitely adorable! (Especially the fox’s little ears!)
33. Windswept Fox and Prince Tattoo
One of the things I enjoy about this tattoo is how all the outlining is broken, giving an image of the fox and the prince as windswept while enjoying the view. It gives it an aura more in the realm of impressions than in reality, which is the perfect illustrative appearance to pair with a book like this.
34. Planet and Rose Back Tattoo
This dramatic and yet elegant tattoo is such a cool The Little Prince tattoo idea! The rose takes center stage, but also blends seamlessly with the planet and the prince and fox looking out at the sky. It’s a marvelous design!
35. The Little Prince Book Tattoo
This is one of the more unique and comprehensive of The Little Prince tattoos, as it has so many scenes and images from the book in such a relatively small space. With the birds, the fox, the tiny volcano, and of course the rose and the elephant on the pages of the book…well, this tattoo really contains all the best elements from the book!
36. Fox and Prince Watercolor Tattoo
This sweet tattoo uses watercolor ink and squiggly lines to give the impression of the prince and the fox sitting side-by-side. It’s not a replica of the original illustrations, but it’s all the more uncommon and fascinating as it is!
37. Prince and Fox Sitting Together Tattoo
This tattoo is balm for the minimalist’s soul, with its simple lines and small size. I especially love the smiling crescent moon and, of course, the location that so perfectly peeks out below short sleeves!
38. Full Color Little Prince Tattoo
If you’re looking to go adventurous and bold with your The Little Prince tattoos, then an illustration like this could be your cup of tea! The vibrant colors are certain to make this a showstopping and conversation-starting tattoo.
39. Colorful Little Prince Tattoo
If you like the idea of adventurous colors but want something a little more subdued than the tattoo above, then this one with more understated use of bright colors could be the way to go. The orange of the fox is especially lovely!
40. Little Prince and Rose Partner Tattoos
Looking for a tattoo to get with a partner? Something like these rose and little prince tattoos could make an excellent choice! They’re perfect because they’re a matching set (in that the prince and the rose go together) but still leave each person with a unique tattoo.
41. Fox Curled Up on Little Prince Tattoo
If the relationship between the little prince and the fox is your favorite part of the book, then this tattoo is perfect for you. The fox is so sweetly curled up against the prince!
42. The Little Prince on His Planet Tattoo
One of the things I love most about this tattoo is how perfectly round it is, even when the edge of the circle turns into dotted lines! It’s a splendid tattoo and shows the prince right at home on his asteroid.
43. Prince Looking at Fox Tattoo
Last but not least, this charming tattoo of the little prince and the fox looking at each other sums up everything there is to love about The Little Prince. If you want a tattoo that captures the core of what this book means, this is the one to choose!
Save for Later
