Tadesse Mesfin

St. George Gallery, Virginia, USA

Private Collection, USA

Thence by descent

“These women are working in small markets – they are the backbone of Ethiopian economy. For me they are the language, they are the alphabet – they are everything for me.”

This ongoing series highlights the women who operate as small-scale vendors in markets throughout Ethiopian cities. Frequently unnoticed by society, Mesfin’s work brings them into focus, encouraging viewers to recognize their vital role within the communities they support.