Muvaqqit Clock — A Wall Clock That Redraws Time Every Moment with Fan-Shaped Scales

A clock is usually a device that reduces everything to a single number, but this one deliberately breaks that number apart into pieces. It's a little strange when you think about it — we check the time all day long, yet we barely ever really "look" at it.
📊 Quick Info
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | TBD (designer project "Muvaqqit") |
| Price | TBD |
| Material/Specs | Dark gray matte dial, metal moving parts, temperature display |
| Key Features | Fan-shaped scales (hour/minute) + mechanical moving indicator + moon phase display |
| One-line take | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ A time object you'd want hanging on your wall |
✨ Three-Line Summary
- 👍 Best part: Instead of a number you read in an instant, the fan-shaped scales and moving metal parts pull your eyes into following them
- 👎 Drawback: Price, exact materials, and purchase channel are still unconfirmed (likely still at the designer-project stage)
- 🎯 Best for: Anyone who wants their living room or study to have not "a machine that tells you the time" but "an object that's fun to watch"
📸 Product Gallery

Four tiers of fan-shaped scales (hour/minute/second units), a central metal moving part, and a moon phase indicator at the bottom

Close-up — the fan-shaped segment that activates depending on the time of day

Angled view — the contrast between the dark gray matte finish and the metal parts
🔍 Why I'm Interested
A structure that makes you "watch" time, not just "read" it
Most clocks only need a couple of numbers checked before you look away. This one layers hour, minute, and second segments in overlapping fan shapes, so there's a real pleasure in scanning it to catch roughly what time it is. What's surprising is that the amount of information actually went up, yet it doesn't feel tiring to look at.
The presence of mechanical moving parts
The metal part at the center moves through interlocking gears, giving off a sense that "the machine is alive" — something you'll never get from a digital clock. Anyone who appreciates meaningful mechanical detail is bound to be drawn to this.
More than a wall clock — a desk and interior object
With a moon phase indicator and even a temperature display built in, it reads less like a simple clock and more like a small observation instrument. It seems like it would work beautifully as an accent piece in a minimal space.
🤔 Things to Consider
Price and sales channel unconfirmed
Since this has been introduced as a designer project, it isn't yet clear whether it will actually go into production or how it will be sold, nor what the price will be. There's a real chance it could end up as a crowdfunding or limited release.
Intuitive readability may be lower
The fan-shaped scale system may be slower than a regular clock when it comes to quickly grasping "what time is it right now." It feels more like a piece to enjoy for yourself than something for showing guests.
📋 Product Features (Subjective Rating)
- Design: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Portability: N/A (wall clock)
- Practicality: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Value for money: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (price unconfirmed)
🛒 Before You Buy
✅ Recommended for
- Anyone who loves mechanical moving parts and kinetic objects
- Anyone looking for a clock that can double as a conversation piece in a living room or study
❌ Not recommended for
- Practicality-focused users who need to check the time at a glance
- Anyone who only considers products with a confirmed price and purchase channel
🎯 Final Verdict
I used to think the clock was already a finished object, but simply breaking the scale into fan shapes and adding mechanical moving parts turned it into a completely different experience. I liked the approach of making you "observe for a moment" instead of "consuming information in an instant."
That said, since the price and official sales status are still unclear, it isn't something you can buy right now. Purely in terms of its completeness as a design object, though, this is a clock worth putting on a wishlist.
Source: Yanko Design product page
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