Antarctica Drop Parachute

Studio Orta - 5067
Studio Orta - 5067

Date: 2008
Ref: 5067
Materials: Steel frame, various textiles, flags, silkscreen print, webbing, Red Cross crate, various objects, water recipients and kitchen utensils
Dimensions: 120cm diameter, suspended from ceiling at variable height
Exhibition history: 2016 Jane Lombard Gallery, New York, USA
Courtesy: Lucy + Jorge Orta

The Drop Parachute sculpture descending from the sky is modelled after ones that are used to rapidly distribute vital humanitarian supplies, in inaccessible areas. Lucy + Jorge Orta’s drop parachute versions are constructed from a patchwork of fabrics and flags from different nations, with an array of objects such as water gourds, utensils, kitchen supplies or soft toys attached. The sculpture refers both to humanity’s physical and material survival as well as its spiritual needs, particularly the recovery of solidarity.