Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock
Vitra Clock Tripod Clock

Orologio a treppiede

$725

Made by Vitra

Designed by George Nelson

L'orologio Tripod di George Nelson per Vitra racchiude il fascino del modernismo di metà secolo in una forma piccola e scultorea. Il suo corpo rotondo poggia su una giocosa base a tre gambe, che combina ottone lucidato con delicati dettagli in acrilico attorno al quadrante per un accento senza tempo ed elegante. Il design minimalista omette intenzionalmente i numeri, invitando l'utente a leggere intuitivamente l'ora attraverso le posizioni delle lancette. Questo pezzo vibrante ma raffinato porta personalità e precisione a qualsiasi scrivania o scaffale.

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Dettagli del prodotto

Dettagli
  • Designed by George Nelson in 1947–1953 
  • Manufactured by Vitra
  • Brass body and base with acrylic glass cover 
  • High‑quality quartz mechanism powered by one AA (1.5 V) battery (included)
  • Absence of numerals emphasizing the graphic quality of the hands and markers 
  • Heritage produced from original Nelson archive documents with approval of the George Nelson estate 
  • Part of the Nelson Desk Clocks series, reissued by Vitra since 1999 
  • Care recommendation: dust with a soft cloth; clean acrylic cover gently to preserve finish
Misure

H × W × D
6.75 × 4.25 × 3.5 in.
17 × 10.8 × 8.5 cm.

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Garanzia

Luminaire è un rivenditore autorizzato di Vitra. Il prodotto è coperto dalla garanzia completa del produttore.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed the Vitra Tripod Clock?

George Nelson designed the Tripod Clock in the 1950s while serving as design director at Herman Miller. Vitra now holds the license to produce his clock collection in Europe and beyond, reissuing the designs faithful to his original specifications.

Why does the Tripod Clock have no numbers on its face?

Nelson deliberately omitted numerals, arguing that the positions of the clock's hands are sufficient to read time. The bare face reflects his broader philosophy that good design communicates function through form alone, without instructional scaffolding.

What materials is the Vitra Tripod Clock made from?

The base and legs are crafted in polished brass, while the clock face is protected by an acrylic lens. The combination gives the piece its characteristic warmth and sculptural quality.

Is the Vitra Tripod Clock suitable for a desk or shelf?

Yes. Its tripod base is designed for freestanding placement on a flat surface, making it well suited to a desktop, credenza, or shelf. The compact scale keeps it proportional in most residential and professional settings.

How does the Vitra Tripod Clock relate to Nelson's broader clock series?

Nelson designed a family of clocks for Howard Miller in the 1940s and 1950s, each exploring a different formal idea. The Tripod is distinctive within that series for its freestanding structure, treating the clock as a three-dimensional object rather than a flat wall fixture.

Brand & Designer

Vitra
Bambole di Legno

Vitra

Vitra is a Swiss contemporary design and furniture brand, founded in 1950 by Willi and Erika Fehlbaum in Birsfelden, Switzerland.
George Nelson
Orologio Asterisco

George Nelson

An American architect, writer, and industrial designer who helped define midcentury modern furniture and the language of the modern workplace.