American designer George Nelson created everyday objects including lamps, clocks, and accessories with the mission of bringing modern design into American homes in the 1950s. Nelson worked with Vitra to create a variety of wall clocks, including the Sunburst Clock, rendered here in multi-color. The Nelson clock is an iconic emblem of midcentury design. Photo 3 of 8 in Gifts from the Dwell Store: For the Midcentury Junkie by Marianne Colahan

Gifts from the Dwell Store: For the Midcentury Junkie

3 of 8

American designer George Nelson created everyday objects including lamps, clocks, and accessories with the mission of bringing modern design into American homes in the 1950s. Nelson worked with Vitra to create a variety of wall clocks, including the Sunburst Clock, rendered here in multi-color. The Nelson clock is an iconic emblem of midcentury design.