This Future Archaeological Site Is Filled With Obsidian Nintendo Controllers

A new exhibition by artist Daniel Arsham renders contemporary objects in geological materials, an eerie comment on the passage of time.

When ogling ancient artifacts unearthed from archaeological digs--like Iron or Bronze Age tools--it's easy for museum visitors to forget that at the time of their use, many of these objects represented the height of technology and luxury. Likewise, while, say, extolling the virtues of the shiny new iPhone 6, it's easy to forget that it too will become a dated relic sooner rather than later.

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