world's first year long clock – thepresent by m ss ng p eces

world’s first year long clock – ‘thepresent’ by m ss ng p eces

developed as the world’s first wall clock that takes 365 days to complete a single rotation, ‘thepresent’ by new york-based creative studio m ss ng p eces tells the story of the seasons using subtle gradients of pure color to mark the equinoxes & solstices throughout the year. using a one-of-a kind german engineered annual movement, the chronograph approaches time with a unique perspective by showcasing a meditative long view that helps user become more present, more often.

automatically setting itself to the exact day once two AA batteries are inserted, the annual hand commences circulating around the gradient-processed graphic which features over 16 million colors. for construction and durability purposes, ‘thepresent’ incorporates a stainless steel backplate with a radial brush finish and custom shaped dome glass for the front panel.

‘thepresent’ video courtesy of  m ss ng p eces

tick tock

video courtesy of  m ss ng p eces

printing ‘thepresent’

video courtesy of  m ss ng p eces

gradient detail

graphic diecut

prototype enclosure

gradient proofs

specially engineered annual movement

assembly of the annual movement in germany

drawings for annual hand

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