world’s first year long clock – thepresent by m ss ng p eces
using a uniquely engineered annual movement, the wall clock is the world's first time piece that takes an entire year to complete a single rotation.
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
