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The Beadmakers

Two women work together in a traditional setting, kneading dough to make bread. Their hands, shaped by years of practice, carry forward a centuries-old tradition, embodying the warmth, patience, and care that goes into creating this essential part of daily life.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2021
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: Lahijan, Iran
Camera: Canon EOS 70D
Copyright: © Maryam Ghasempour Siahgaldeh