Ball Clock
1948–69
Irving Harper (American, 1916–2015) George Nelson Associates (American, 1955–mid 1980s) Manufactured by Herman Miller Inc. (American, founded 1905)
Zeeland
Introducing a modern scientific reference into domestic design, this work belongs to the Chronopak series of electric clocks designed by Irving Harper during his tenure with George Nelson Associates. This clock is not only symbolic of American design following World War II, but it also represents design philosophies that embodied issues such as informal living and portability. Although the clock is completely abstract, it suggests both the structure of the atom and the iconic asterisk symbol that abounded in the 1950s.
Chrome, black enameled metal, and ebonized wood