Trade by the river

This drawing depicts a common scene in the Niger Delta and some parts of Lagos dominated by the Ilajes and Ijaws.  Riverine communities are known to be disposed to fishing and lumbering because of the accessibility it provides to transport wood to other parts of the country.  Afebuame’s delicate strokes of pencil create an alluring piece […]

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This drawing depicts a common scene in the Niger Delta and some parts of Lagos dominated by the Ilajes and Ijaws.  Riverine communities are known to be disposed to fishing and lumbering because of the accessibility it provides to transport wood to other parts of the country.  Afebuame’s delicate strokes of pencil create an alluring piece of artwork.  Every element on the paper – houses, boats, the people, trees and birds embodies a wholeness archetype of a riverine waterfront where trade and other exchanges take place.