
Daniel Arsham
29.5 x 4.4 x 6.3 cm
In this artwork, the mobile phone—a symbol of communication, connectivity, and technological advancement—is transformed into an enigmatic artifact, evoking a sense of mystery and nostalgia. Arsham's manipulation of form and material gives the mobile phone a weathered, fossilized appearance, as if it has been unearthed from the depths of time.
Through this reinterpretation, Arsham prompts viewers to reconsider their relationship with technology and the passage of time. The "Future Relic Mobile Phone" serves as a reminder of the rapid evolution of communication technology and the transient nature of human creations. Yet, amidst the decay, there is a sense of nostalgia for the tactile experience of using a mobile phone and the memories associated with it.
Arsham's creation invites us to reflect on the ways in which technology shapes our lives and the ways in which our relationship with it evolves over time. It encourages contemplation of the intersection between past, present, and future, and the enduring allure of human innovation.
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R2D2
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Brillo Box
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Falling Clock
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Eroded Clock
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Cassette Player Future Relic 07
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Keyboard Future Relic 09
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Radio Future Relic 08
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Crystallized Mew Card
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Dior Relic Eroded Basketball
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Hollow Figure
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Future Relics 01-09: Complete Excavation Set
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Telephone Future Relic 05 Telephone
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Cassette Tape Future Relic 04
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Polaroid Future Relic 06
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35 mm Camera Future Relic 02
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Clock Future Relic 03