Agbero

Agbero

Michael Towobola Soneye

$1,500.00

This work captures a striking, almost cinematic moment centered on a bus conductor—commonly known in Nigerian street culture as an agbero. The subject leans out of a vehicle window, his posture relaxed but assertive, as though mid-call or mid-conversation. His gaze is slightly unfocused, suggesting motion, noise, and the constant... Read More
Materials
Acrylic and charcoal on canvas
Size
91 × 68 cm
Rarity
Unique
Medium
Mixed Media
Condition
Excellent
Signature
Soneye Michael
Frame
Not included
Michael Towobola Soneye

Michael Towobola Soneye

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Michael Towobola Soneye is a Nigerian visual artist born in Lagos. His passion for art began at the age of twelve, when he first discovered the power of drawing and painting as a means of expression. Working primarily with paint and charcoal, Soneye creates works that reflect his lived experiences, cultural heritage, and the stories of the people around him. His practice is deeply rooted in his African identity and the desire to capture the resilience, emotions, and memories of his community.
Soneye has shared his work at art festivals and continues to build visibility through online platforms, connecting with audiences both locally and internationally. With ambitions to expand his practice through residencies, exhibitions, and artist talks across the globe, he is steadily establishing himself as a contemporary voice in African art.