The Milkman Painting

A painting by :

Obada Gabir -

This evocative ink drawing by Obada Gabir captures a timeless scene of daily commerce. The milkman, accompanied by a small child, guides his donkey-drawn cart laden with traditional milk vessels through what appears to be a Sudanese neighborhood. On the right, customers await their delivery at a doorway, creating an intimate moment of community interaction. Gabir's fluid linework and selective use of solid black areas emphasize the enduring nature of this humble yet essential trade.