Vitra Turbine 30″ Wall Clock

George Nelson: Turbine Clock
Vitra, Germany.

Nelson Brass Turbine Clock 1955 – 30″DIA Vitra Original. Vitra 1955/57 Nelson Turbine Wall Clock. The gorgeous 30 inch George Nelson Turbine-Shape Clock (Model 20125501) is a beautiful modern decorative clock. The decorative Nelson Turbine Clock adds a healthy dose of retro midcentury modern designer appeal to any space. George Nelson designed the Turbine Clock in the 1950’s for Howard Miller. The beautiful Nelson Turbine Clock has become a classic icon of modern design. The Turbine Clock is one of the most unique and modern wall clocks from Vitra Design Museum collection. This George Nelson Turbine Clock is an authentic Vitra re-edition, fully authorized by the George Nelson estate. The Nelson Turbine Clock is easy to attach to your wall and works with one AA battery.

History of the George Nelson clocks: Around 1950 the United States was characterized by a firm belief in progress accompanied by a lasting economic boom. Anything seemed possible and everybody wanted to be modern. With a view to bringing modern design right into the American home, George Nelson designed a range of products offering a new an unconventional interpretation of such everyday items as lamps, wall clocks and other domestic accessories. George Nelson’s wall clocks typify the spirit of the early 1950’s and at the dawn of a new century, are still a refreshing alternative to more traditional (read boring) timepieces.

Size: 30″ DIA
Battery 1 x AA battery (included)
Material: wood, brass, metal