Space Age Alarm Clock in Chrome-Plated Steel, 1970s

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The Uwestra alarm clock from the 1970s represents the Space Age style characteristic of German design of that period. The … Read more The Uwestra alarm clock from the 1970s represents the Space Age style characteristic of German design of that period. The matte, warm ivory-colored casing creates a subdued base for the round dial, which is accentuated by a black background and large white numbers and hands with geometric shapes. The contrasting, shiny tulip-shaped base made of chrome-plated steel and the transparent plastic dome (most likely acrylic) complete the whole, emphasizing its futuristic character. The proportions of the model are harmoniously balanced: the spherical body harmonizes with the flared profile of the base, and the details maintain a consistent rhythm typical of decorative clocks of the era. The object communicates nostalgia for an era in which the future was thought of through organic shapes and combinations of shiny metal with the softness of light-colored plastics. The chrome-plated base reflects light and suggests lightness, while the spherical case resembles a capsule – a closed microcosm of domestic rituals. The expressive numerals and stylized hands enhance the dynamism of the composition, turning the clock into a subtle sculpture for everyday use. The Uwestra alarm clock will fit well in a living room surrounded by vintage items or modern accessories, where it can become the focal point on a shelf or chest of drawers. It can be combined with items with metallic or lacquered surfaces, 1970s-style lamps, or minimalist ceramics. The neutral, warm colors allow it to be combined with textiles in shades of beige, yellow, or olive green, and the diffused light brings out the reflections from the chrome base. This piece has an attribution mark,
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