Optic alarm clock

Front view of a clock showing the large and small hands. Side view of a clock showing the deep over hang. Side view of a clock showing it tipped back. Side view of a clock showing it sitting upright. Rear view of a clock showing the deep overhang. Top view of a clock showing the hole in the rear of the top. Front view of a clock showing the packaging.
Front view of a clock showing the large and small hands. Side view of a clock showing the deep over hang. Side view of a clock showing it tipped back. Side view of a clock showing it sitting upright. Rear view of a clock showing the deep overhang. Top view of a clock showing the hole in the rear of the top. Front view of a clock showing the packaging.

Description

This small black, injection moulded ABS, 'Optic' clock was designed by Joe Colombo. It was first produced by Italora in 1970 and was later re-issued by Alessi in the 1980s. The original was designed as part of Milan born designers 'Environment of the future'. This example is in its original packaging.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Inscriptions

printed: "Alessi. Quartz" (face)

Object number

AIBDC : 000669

Date

1988
Dimensions
Width
85mm
Height
85mm
Depth
85mm

Colour