Vitra - Diamond Desk Clock

Vitra Diamond Table Clock.

The Vitra Diamond clock from George Nelson is a striking appearance in your cupboard or on the desk and adds a certain sophistication and style.

By using a variety of materials and sculptural shapes, George Nelson's clocks embody the joie de vivre of the fifties. To this day, his table clocks remain a refreshing alternative to standard table clocks.

The Vitra Design Museum has released the reissue of the designs so loved by collectors in their original form.

Dimensions: H17,5 cm x W25,5 cm x D14 cm. Materials & finishes: Solid walnut with high-quality quartz movement, incl. battery.

About the designer:

George Nelson studied architecture at the renowned Yale University and completed his studies at the American Academy in Rome. From 1935 to 1944 he was editor-in-chief of the 'Architectural Forum'.

After establishing his own architectural and industrial design office in 1946, he began collaborating with Vitra in 1957. His pieces, such as the Coconut chair, his clocks and the Marshmallow sofa, are highly regarded among the design classics of the 20th century.