Dhokra lost-wax casting

Coil wax threads into a figure, coat in clay, melt out the wax and pour metal, choosing steps in order.

Heritage note

Part of the living heritage of Bangladesh. Animals are partners in this tradition; good care and local rules always come first.

Origins

A living tradition passed from person to person; it is not tied to a single dated origin. It belongs to the cultural world of South Asia.