Upcycling Samsara
Trash or Treasure?
Fake is Real. False is True.
Value or Non-Value?
In a world where perception is reality, our latest serial art collections pose a compelling question: what determines value? Building on the groundwork established from 2022-2024, each collection offers a unique perspective on the nature of value.
Imagine a future where plastic bottles, once discarded as waste, become valuable relics, treasured like ancient pottery unearthed after millennia. This thought-provoking concept challenges our understanding of value, revealing it as a fluid construct determined by community, context, and circumstance.
A trendy watch, once coveted, may end up at a flea market, only to regain prestige and value in an upscale retail environment. This stark contrast illustrates that an object's true worth lies not in its inherent value, but in the meanings and narratives we create around it.
The exhibitions boldly juxtapose priceless antiques from ancient civilizations, such as global historical Egypt and Thailand's local Banchiang civilizations, with everyday plastic bottles poised to become future treasures. By challenging our perceptions of value, we invite you to reevaluate the significance of our material culture.
Join me on this thought-provoking journey, as we explore the complex, ever-shifting nature of value and its role in shaping our understanding of the world.
Eggarat’s travels in Iran also inspired the Mourad tea set, a collection that blends Islamic artistry with universal appeal. The tea set is a celebration of cultural fusion, designed to be cherished by tea lovers worldwide.
