Bangladesh

The ways colourful bangles are made

Bangles are an integral adornment in a Bengali woman’s attire. During festivals and ceremonies, colourful bangles enhance the beauty of the hands. Several bangle factories are located in Shahidnagar, Lalbagh, Dhaka. Metallic wires are shaped with a machine, cut to size, welded, painted and artistically designed. Intricate patterns are created using tinsel, glitters, glass and stones. A single set consists of 36 bangles. The photos taken by Mir Hossen depict moments from the bangle-making process.

Mir Hossen
Dhaka
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A female worker is straightening bangles.
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Silver wire is being cut and shaped into a bangle.
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The cut wire is being welded into a round shape.
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It is being shaped into a thick bangle by placing it on a machine.
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Bangles are being prepared for dyeing by dipping them in chemicals.
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After dyeing, it's time to straighten the bangles.
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Workers are straightening the bangles by applying pressure.
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A worker is straining paint into a sieve to apply to bangles.
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The bangle is being placed on the machine for design.
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The bangles are being laced with different colors.
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Workers are busy placing bangles on paper rollers.
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Bangles ready for marketing.
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