Zoo Timer wall clocks from 1965 are members of the collection that George Nelson designed for the American clock manufacturer Howard Miller in the mid-20th century. George Nelson was also a graphic designer, and these colourful children’s clocks are a great example of his skills. Relaunched by Vitra, the members of the Zoo Timer collection include Omar the Owl, Elihu the Elephant and Fernando the Fish. Zoo Timer is is a perfect clock in the children’s room or elsewhere both as a decorative and functional element.
Zoo Timers wall clock, Omar the Owl
Vitra
Description
Zoo Timer wall clocks from 1965 are members of the collection that George Nelson designed for the American clock manufacturer Howard Miller in the mid-20th century. George Nelson was also a graphic designer, and these colourful children’s clocks are a great example of his skills. Relaunched by Vitra, the members of the Zoo Timer collection include Omar the Owl, Elihu the Elephant and Fernando the Fish. Zoo Timer is is a perfect clock in the children’s room or elsewhere both as a decorative and functional element.
Product details (6)
- Material
- Lacquered wood with a silk-screen print and metal hands
- Colour
- Black
- Width
- 27 cm
- Depth
- 3.5 cm
- Height
- 25.5 cm
- Notes
- Runs on 1 x 1.5V AA battery (included)
- Product ID
Designer
George Nelson (1908–1986) was an American architect and designer who is considered as one of the greatest American designers of the mid-twentieth century. Nelson studied at Yale University and in Rome, where he became familiar with European architecture and design. After returning to the United States, Nelson started working at Herman Miller, where he quickly took the position of Design Director.
During his long career, Nelson designed numerous well-known pieces of furniture, lighting and interiors. Besides a designer, he was also a popular lecturer, photographer and essay writer. Nelson worked for Herman Miller until 1972, and together with designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi and Alexander Girard, he created the foundation for Vitra's iconic collections.
Some of his most famous designs include the minimalistic Nelson Bench from 1946, the playful Marshmellow Sofa from 1956 and the Ball Clock, Sunflower Clock and Eye Clock from the Wall Clocks collection from 1948–1960.
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anonyymi
Kouvola, Finland
Kellon takaosassa oleva reikä kiinnitystä varten on todella pieni! Taulukoukulla ei onnistu ja ruuvissa pitää olla pieni kanta. Naulakiinnitys ei onnistunut omalla seinällä seinän materiaalin vuoksi. Muuten kiva kello!
369 days ago
Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 7/9
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Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
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Support for community involvement in the supply chain
Eco-friendly production 7/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
Climate impact 5/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
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Low-carbon or compensated transportation
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Carbon footprint of the product calculated and goals set to reduce it
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Carbon neutral or carbon negative product
Sustainable materials 5/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 4/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.
