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Collection by Marianne Colahan

Check the Time with Classic Clocks and Watches

From the classic wall clock used throughout Switzerland’s railway system to Arne Jacobsen iconic clocks—and the watches derived from them—this assortment of timepieces celebrates precise functionality and timeless design.

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The AJ Watches take the classic Arne Jacobsen clock designs and makes them into personal accessories. The Banker’s Watch and City Hall Watches include a waxed calf’s leather strap and curved crystal cases.
The AJ Watches take the classic Arne Jacobsen clock designs and makes them into personal accessories. The Banker’s Watch and City Hall Watches include a waxed calf’s leather strap and curved crystal cases.
The Mondaine Swiss Railway Wall Clock has been an icon in Switzerland for more than one hundred years. Known for its punctuality and precision, the Swiss Federal Railways have historically featured a train station manager who uses a special red paddle, announcing to passengers and train conductors when trains are about to depart. This red paddle is captured in the Mondaine Official Swiss Railways Clock, taking the place of a conventional second hand.
The Mondaine Swiss Railway Wall Clock has been an icon in Switzerland for more than one hundred years. Known for its punctuality and precision, the Swiss Federal Railways have historically featured a train station manager who uses a special red paddle, announcing to passengers and train conductors when trains are about to depart. This red paddle is captured in the Mondaine Official Swiss Railways Clock, taking the place of a conventional second hand.
The Stop2Go Watch from Swiss Company Mondaine takes the classic Swiss Railway Clock and reimagines it as a sophisticated wristwatch, complete with the iconic Mondaine red second hand. The red hand sweeps a full circle in 58 seconds—instead of the typical 60 seconds—and pauses for two seconds at 12 o’clock so the black minute hand can advance. The sweeping red hand then resumes its rotation, repeating this distinctive stop and go process. Originally conceived to ensure prompt departures for the Swiss trains, this effect also gives the illusion of an extra two seconds, where time momentarily stands still.
The Stop2Go Watch from Swiss Company Mondaine takes the classic Swiss Railway Clock and reimagines it as a sophisticated wristwatch, complete with the iconic Mondaine red second hand. The red hand sweeps a full circle in 58 seconds—instead of the typical 60 seconds—and pauses for two seconds at 12 o’clock so the black minute hand can advance. The sweeping red hand then resumes its rotation, repeating this distinctive stop and go process. Originally conceived to ensure prompt departures for the Swiss trains, this effect also gives the illusion of an extra two seconds, where time momentarily stands still.
Heralded Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen originally created his iconic City Hall Clock for the Rodovre City Hall in 1956. Reproduced from Jacobsen’s original drawings by Rosendahl Copenhagen, the City Hall Clock’s monochromatic palette is encased in Chrome aluminum and curved crystal. The addition of Japanese Quartz Movement marries this classic design to contemporary precision.
Heralded Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen originally created his iconic City Hall Clock for the Rodovre City Hall in 1956. Reproduced from Jacobsen’s original drawings by Rosendahl Copenhagen, the City Hall Clock’s monochromatic palette is encased in Chrome aluminum and curved crystal. The addition of Japanese Quartz Movement marries this classic design to contemporary precision.
Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1956, the City Hall Alarm Clock is a companion to Jacobsen’s iconic City Hall Wall Clock. The tabletop alarm clock expertly captures the wall clock’s distinctive markers and simple hands. Comprised of a black case and face, curved crystal, and chromed aluminum feet, the clock is a welcome addition to a nightstand or desk.
Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1956, the City Hall Alarm Clock is a companion to Jacobsen’s iconic City Hall Wall Clock. The tabletop alarm clock expertly captures the wall clock’s distinctive markers and simple hands. Comprised of a black case and face, curved crystal, and chromed aluminum feet, the clock is a welcome addition to a nightstand or desk.