Antarctica Drop Parachute Survival Kit

Studio Orta - 5059
Studio Orta - 5059
Studio Orta - 5059
Studio Orta - 5059

Date: 2008
Ref: 5060
Materials: Coated polyamide, fiber glass rods, various textiles, nation flags, silkscreen print, webbing, various objects, wall stencils
Dimensions: 120cm diameter, suspended from ceiling at variable height
Exhibition history: 2014 Parc de la Villette, Paris, France; 2007 Galeria Continua San Gimignano, Italy
Courtesy: Lucy + Jorge Orta

Drop Parachute 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.