Breaking Bread by Nifemi Williams , 2024

Breaking Bread

In Breaking Bread, surrealism meets symbolism in a striking composition of music, community, and support. At the heart of the piece stands a man, his posture poised, his hands drawing melodies—not from a violin, but from a freshly cut loaf of bread resting on his shoulder. This unexpected fusion of sustenance and sound transforms the act of playing into something deeper—a metaphor for nourishment, both physical and emotional.

Across his back, tiny figures dance in joyous abandon, their movements flowing with the unseen rhythm of his music. They are bound together, their steps synchronized by a melody that only the heart can hear—a testament to the power of shared experience.

Beneath him, a man steadies himself on a ladder, reaching upward. Behind him, another figure holds the base firmly, ensuring balance, offering quiet, unwavering support.

This dreamlike scene reminds us that, like bread and music, community and care are essential ingredients of life—sustaining us, connecting us, and keeping us in harmony.

Signed : Nifemi william 

Title : Breaking Bread

Medium : Acrylic on canvas 

size : 29.5 x 39.5 inches

Year : 2024.