Nelson Zoo Timer Clocks
- Designed by: George Nelson
- Made by: Vitra
- More Info: vitra.com
Ditch digital in the kids' room, and opt instead for an analog clock to teach the trick of telling time. Mid-century maestro George Nelson designed these cute chrono characters in 1965, and the trio—Omar the Owl, Fernando the Fish, and Elihu the Elephant—are still ticking.
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