The exhibition 'Thirst: In Search of Freshwater' at the Wellcome Collection delves into the political, environmental, and social impacts of freshwater scarcity. It features historical artifacts alongside contemporary works, emphasizing water as a necessity deeply connected to issues of power and inequality. The show opens with a significant commission, 'Thirst/Trishna', by Raqs Media Collective, which combines digital and sculptural elements to reflect the awe-inspiring yet terrifying nature of ancient stepwells in the Indian subcontinent. Through a blend of sensory experiences, the exhibition invites reflections on our collective thirst.
The exhibition 'Thirst: In Search of Freshwater' at the Wellcome Collection offers a sensory journey through the political and environmental dimensions of freshwater scarcity.
Only 3% of the Earth's water is freshwater, making it a scarce necessity intricately tied up with issues of power and inequality.
'Thirst/Trishna' by Raqs Media Collective presents a multi-media work that captures the awe and terror of ancient stepwells designed for rainwater storage.
The exhibition merges historical artifacts and contemporary art to evoke a visceral experience of water as both a source of life and a point of conflict.
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