A Century Progression of Routine Objects

A picture perfect example of development.

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As time progresses, it’s evident that on occasion we think about moments of the past that are timeless in comparison to today’s age. Thanks to illustrator and Italian architect Federico Babina, we’re provided with an artistic perspective on the advancement of traditional objects in society that some of us may take for granted. Spanning from the 1900s up until now, objects included in the storytelling imagery are the likes of a CD player, cameras, telephones and much more. Peep the imagery above and let us know which decade you favor.

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