In this compelling charcoal drawing by Youssef Abdelke, a simple cezve (coffee pot) and cup are transformed into vessels of quiet meditation. Known for his meticulous still life works, Abdelke elevates everyday objects into deeply symbolic compositions. The rich, velvety blacks contrast with soft grays to create a dramatic atmosphere, while the stark shadows evoke a sense of absence and memory. The deliberate arrangement on a striped surface suggests ritual and routine, yet the emptiness within the vessels speaks of longing, silence, and resilience. As with much of Abdelke’s work, this piece bridges the mundane and the poetic, inviting contemplation through refined minimalism.