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Time (literally!) for a piece of Dutch retro design!
Meet the Philips HR5284, a electric desk clock from the 1970s. With its compact rectangular shape, cream-coloured housing and black dial, it's a perfect example of everyday design from an era when even the simplest household objects had character.
Dutch electronics giant Philips was much more than just televisions, radios and light bulbs. Throughout the 20th century, the company produced an enormous variety of household electronics, including clocks, radios and all kinds gadgets designed to make everyday life easier.
And this clock is a perfect example! Featuring a black dial with distinctive yellow numerals and matching hands, all protected by a clear, curved front cover. The contrasting colours, simple geometric shape and subtle Philips branding give it that unmistakable seventies appearance.
Unlike traditional wind-up clocks, this little Philips runs on electricity. No winding, no batteries, just plug it in and let time do its thing!
A wonderful little piece of Dutch electronics history, perfect for your bedside table, desk or vintage bookshelf.
Condition: Vintage condition with visible signs of age and use with a noticable crack on the top corner. Movement runs on time.
Dimensions (H × W × D): 7 × 12 × 6 cm
Brand: Philips
Model: HR5284
Era: 1970s
Material: Plastic
Movement: Mains-powered electric movement
Time (literally!) for a piece of Dutch retro design!
Meet the Philips HR5284, a electric desk clock from the 1970s. With its compact rectangular shape, cream-coloured housing and black dial, it's a perfect example of everyday design from an era when even the simplest household objects had character.
Dutch electronics giant Philips was much more than just televisions, radios and light bulbs. Throughout the 20th century, the company produced an enormous variety of household electronics, including clocks, radios and all kinds gadgets designed to make everyday life easier.
And this clock is a perfect example! Featuring a black dial with distinctive yellow numerals and matching hands, all protected by a clear, curved front cover. The contrasting colours, simple geometric shape and subtle Philips branding give it that unmistakable seventies appearance.
Unlike traditional wind-up clocks, this little Philips runs on electricity. No winding, no batteries, just plug it in and let time do its thing!
A wonderful little piece of Dutch electronics history, perfect for your bedside table, desk or vintage bookshelf.
Condition: Vintage condition with visible signs of age and use with a noticable crack on the top corner. Movement runs on time.
Dimensions (H × W × D): 7 × 12 × 6 cm
Brand: Philips
Model: HR5284
Era: 1970s
Material: Plastic
Movement: Mains-powered electric movement