He never chased fame, though he’s a legend in his village, Balakhani, where everyone knows his name and his artistry. One of the few in Balakhani to contribute to Azerbaijani art, alongside the esteemed composer Jahangir Jahangirov, he stands as a true artisan in the eyes of his community. Yet, when the village opened an art center featuring his work, he wasn’t invited—a quiet wound, a moment that stung, despite the respect and admiration woven into the fabric of his hometown.