“Untitled (Rucksack Installation)” is an artwork created by the artist Rirkrit Tiravanija in 1993, belonging to the Conceptual Art movement. This installation piece exemplifies the genre through its presentation of everyday objects arranged in a deliberate manner.
The artwork consists of a variety of items that one would typically associate with survival or travel, meticulously arranged in front of a black rucksack. Among the objects are a red water bottle, an aluminum pot, clear plastic containers, what appears to be food items in zip-lock bags, blue utensils, a can of food, a folded map or brochure, and other camping equipment like a portable stove. The careful arrangement of these items evokes themes of journey, preparedness, and the necessities of life, inviting viewers to ponder their individual significance within the context of contemporary art.
