George Nelson Desk Clocks for Vitra.
In 1947, the American designer George Nelson was commissioned to create a collection of clocks. Nelson analysed how people used clocks and concluded that they read the time by discerning the relative position of the hands, which made the use of numbers unnecessary. Furthermore, since most people wore wristwatches, he assumed that clocks had become more of a decorative element for interiors.
These ideas provided the basis for the first collection of 14 timepieces, consisting of a completely new style of wall clocks and compact table clocks, which were launched on the market in 1949. Although the models all shared one common feature – the absence of numbers – the diversity of their shapes, colours, materials and designs could hardly have been greater.
In the 35 years that followed, the designers at Nelson Associates conceived more than a hundred different clock models: wall clocks, portable table clocks and built-in clocks. After Nelson’s death in 1986, his archival estate, encompassing roughly 7400 manuscripts, plans, drawings, photographs and slides dating from 1924 to 1984, was acquired by the Vitra Design Museum.
Vitra began reissuing the Nelson Clocks in 1999 and updates the collection from time to time. The Desk Clocks are available in various shapes and materials. Equipped with high-quality quartz movements, they continue to offer a refreshing alternative to conventional clocks.
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The many accessories created for the home by George Nelson include a variety of table clocks. Representing a selection of these classic designs, the Desk Clocks offer a refreshing alternative to conventional clocks. Equipped with high-quality quartz movements, the charm of these decorative timepieces is equalled by their precision.
In-stock lead time is 29 weeks. Out of stock and lead time can take several weeks. Availability can change at any time. Made to order. All sales are final. In accordance with state laws, sales tax will be assessed in a separate supplemental invoice unless buyer can provide a current state resale license. The state tax is based on the destination of the purchased item(s) and applies to the states below:AL, AR, CA, CO, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC,ND,NJ,NV,NY,OH, PA, TX, VA, WA and WI
George Nelson Desk Clocks for Vitra
Additional Details
CREATOR: George Nelson (Designer), Vitra (Manufacturer)
DESIGN: Desk Clocks
OF THE PERIOD: Mid-Century Modern
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Europe
PERIOD: 1947/1953
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Brass, Acrylic Glass, Polyurethane, Solid Walnut
CONDITION: New & Made to order
DIMENSIONS: 6.75" H x 4.25" W x 3.5" D
PRODUCT CONTENTS: High-quality quartz clock movement, 1.5 volt battery included.
ORIGIN OF WOOD: Walnut (Juglans nigra) from Western Europe and/or Poland.
