{"product_id":"albert-clock-digital-uhr-mntnt","title":"Math Clock \"Albert Clock\" Original – Wood · 33 cm | Albert Clock","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"cm-product\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eALBERT CLOCK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e · \u003cspan\u003eAxel Schindlbeck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat time is it? Work it out.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-intro\"\u003eThe Albert Clock Wood does not show the time — it makes you calculate it. Designed by Axel Schindlbeck as a graduation project at the Stuttgart Academy of Art, handcrafted by the family workshop Zimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH in Bavaria, Germany, and sold at the MoMA Design Store New York: this LED wall and desk clock replaces digits with math equations, turning every glance into an involuntary mental workout. Named after Albert Einstein, launched via Kickstarter in 2015 with €75,000 raised in under one month against a €23,000 goal, and now present in 10,000+ homes across 37+ countries — including the permanent collection of the Museum of the Future in Dubai.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-highlight\"\u003eMade in Bavaria · MoMA Design Store New York · 6 difficulty levels · Wall \u0026amp; desk mounting included\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"cm-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e33 × 17 × 5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e2.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOiled solid wood (Walnut or Oak), MDF, acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e15-segment LED (Osram), readable in direct sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e110V\/220V universal power supply (mains only, no battery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCable\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e3 m, black nylon braided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClock, 3 m cable, wall mounting system, EU \u0026amp; US plug adapters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eZimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH, Bavaria, Germany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTime display\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e12h \/ 24h selectable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLevels\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e6 difficulty · 6 speed · 6 brightness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wood edition is available in two variants: \u003cstrong\u003eWalnut\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark, warm, and visually commanding — and \u003cstrong\u003eOak\u003c\/strong\u003e — lighter, open-grained, and quietly Scandinavian. Both are finished with oil rather than lacquer, which keeps the wood grain alive and allows the surface to develop a natural patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Elegant to look at, a clever everyday novelty, exceptionally well-made.” — Euronics. “The stark difference from cheap plastic gadgets out of China is immediately apparent.” — Euronics. “This clock (supposedly made for kids) cracks me up.” — Boing Boing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003eQUESTIONS \u0026amp; ANSWERS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eCan I use the Albert Clock without solving any math?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eYes. Level 0 displays normal time — just the hour and minute as numbers, no equation required. From there, six difficulty settings take you from simple addition and subtraction all the way to combined multiplication and division. The clock adapts to you: start at level 0 and move up whenever it feels right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eWalnut or Oak — which wood should I choose?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eBoth are oiled solid wood, handcrafted at Zimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH in Bavaria. Walnut is darker and richer — it commands a wall and pairs well with leather, brass, and warm-toned interiors. Oak is lighter and more neutral — it integrates into Scandinavian, Japandi, and bright modern settings without demanding attention. If in doubt: Walnut makes a stronger visual statement; Oak fits almost any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eFrom what age does the Albert Clock make sense?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eAt levels 1–2, with simple addition and subtraction, it works well from around age 6 or 7. Boing Boing called it “supposedly made for kids” — but adults consistently report using it as a daily mental sharpener without it ever feeling like exercise. The no-repeat algorithm ensures every equation is uniquely generated, so it stays genuinely unpredictable at any age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eIs the Albert Clock a good gift for someone who doesn’t like math?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003ePossibly the best one. At level 0 it is simply a beautifully made wooden clock. At level 1 it is low-key and pleasant. The clever part is what happens after a few days: people who “don’t do math” find themselves solving equations instinctively before they have time to object. One user put it perfectly: “It constantly tempts me to master small challenges.” The clock teaches without announcing that it is teaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the Albert Clock run on batteries?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eNo. The Albert Clock runs exclusively on mains power. A 3 m black nylon braided cable and a 110V\/220V universal power supply are included, together with EU and US plug adapters. The cable gives solid reach, but you will need a socket within range of your chosen wall or shelf position. There is no battery mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eCan the Albert Clock Wood be used as both a wall clock and a desk clock?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The clock includes a wall mounting system and also stands freely on a desk or shelf without additional accessories. At 33 × 17 × 5 cm, it fits comfortably on most surfaces without dominating them. The 3 m cable gives you flexibility in either configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eHow does the difficulty and speed system work?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eSix difficulty levels control the complexity of the equation: Level 0 shows normal time; levels 1–2 use addition and subtraction; levels 3–4 add multiplication and division; levels 5–6 combine multiple operations. Separately, six speed levels set how frequently the equation refreshes per minute — slower speeds give more time to solve before the display moves on. Six brightness levels plus an automatic day\/night mode complete the control set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eWhere is the Albert Clock Wood made?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eThe oiled wood housing is handcrafted by Zimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH, a family-owned workshop in Bavaria, Germany. The electronics and software were developed by Axel Schindlbeck and Fred Mauclere; the company behind the product is MNTNT, based in Paris, founded in 2014. Euronics reviewers noticed it immediately: “The team placed great value on handcraftsmanship — which explains and justifies the price.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-cta\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Albert Clock Wood. For the wall of someone who likes to think — or for anyone ready to start. Curated by Charles \u0026amp; Marie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-product\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eALBERT CLOCK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e · \u003cspan\u003eMNTNT, Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Albert Clock Wood is a functional object that earns its place on any wall it occupies — and makes every person who reads it a participant rather than a spectator.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-intro\"\u003eAt 33 × 17 × 5 cm and 2.2 kg, the Albert Clock Wood carries the physical authority of a considered design object. The oiled wood housing — available in Walnut or Oak — is handcrafted by Zimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH, a family-owned workshop in Bavaria, Germany. The 15-segment Osram LED display presents time not as digits but as a mathematical equation: the viewer calculates the answer. Designed by Axel Schindlbeck at the Stuttgart Academy of Art and developed by MNTNT (Paris, 2014), the Albert Clock Wood is part of the permanent collection of the Museum of the Future in Dubai and has been available at the MoMA Design Store New York since its commercial launch in 2015.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-highlight\"\u003eZimmermann Uhrengehäuse, Bavaria · Osram 15-segment LED · Oiled solid wood · MoMA \u0026amp; Museum of the Future\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"cm-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e33 × 17 × 5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e2.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOiled solid wood (Walnut or Oak), MDF, acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e15-segment LED (Osram), readable in direct sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e110V\/220V universal power supply (mains only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCable\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e3 m, black nylon braided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClock, 3 m cable, wall mounting system, EU \u0026amp; US plug adapters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eZimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH, Bavaria, Germany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTime display\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e12h \/ 24h selectable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLevels\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e6 difficulty · 6 speed · 6 brightness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003eQUESTIONS \u0026amp; ANSWERS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eWhich interior styles suit the Albert Clock Wood?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eThe Walnut variant integrates into warm, layered interiors: Mid-Century Modern, Japanese Wabi-sabi, and industrial spaces with soft material accents. The Oak variant reads more neutrally — suited to Scandinavian minimalism, Japandi, and contemporary white-walled rooms. In both cases, the LED display provides a restrained technological contrast to the wood grain, which works particularly well against raw plaster, white lime, or dark-painted walls. The clock does not require a specific style — it asserts its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eWall-mounted or freestanding — which configuration works better?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eBoth are fully supported. Wall mounting — using the included system — positions the clock as a focal point and makes use of the LED’s high contrast in ambient or direct light. Freestanding on a desk or shelf integrates it into a working or living surface; the 3 m cable can be routed along a skirting board or through a cable channel. The choice is architectural rather than functional: both configurations perform equally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I care for the oiled wood housing?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eOiled wood is not lacquered. The grain remains open and tactile, and the surface develops a natural patina with regular handling. If the wood appears dry after extended use, apply a colorless hardwood furniture oil sparingly and buff off the excess. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or moisture. The MDF substrate provides dimensional stability; the solid wood surface handles normal domestic conditions without issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eWhat distinguishes the Wood edition from the original Albert Clock?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eThe original Albert Clock uses an aluminium or acrylic housing. The Wood edition replaces the housing with oiled solid wood — Walnut or Oak — machined and finished by Zimmermann Uhrengehäuse GmbH in Bavaria. The 15-segment Osram LED display, electronics, and software are identical across all versions. The Wood edition is the premium configuration: it adds material warmth and craft provenance to a product already positioned at the intersection of design and technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eHow does the automatic brightness mode function in a domestic interior?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eThe automatic day\/night mode adjusts LED intensity in response to ambient light — brighter in well-lit rooms, dimmer in subdued evening settings. This prevents the display from dominating a softly lit living space at night. Six manual brightness levels allow precise calibration for any room. At maximum brightness, the Osram display remains legible in direct sunlight, which is relevant for south-facing rooms or glazed spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-faq-item\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-q\"\u003eHas the Albert Clock Wood been used in gallery or museum installations?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cm-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The Museum of the Future in Dubai includes it in its permanent collection, and the MoMA Design Store New York has stocked it as a design object since its commercial launch. For an installation context, the primary planning consideration is the power supply: the clock runs on mains only, and the 3 m cable will need to be factored into any wall or shelf installation — either exposed as a design element or routed discreetly behind the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cm-cta\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlbert Clock Wood — available at blickfang-designshop.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MNTNT","offers":[{"title":"walnut","offer_id":43623317274892,"sku":"ALB_0001_WN_00","price":399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eiche","offer_id":62022707020044,"sku":"ALB_0001_OA_00","price":399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/0104\/0226\/files\/303603-albert-clock-wanduhr-tischuhr-wall-clock-walnuss-walnut-ambiente-lifestyle.jpg?v=1786106178","url":"https:\/\/chirlesindmirie.com\/en\/products\/albert-clock-digital-uhr-mntnt","provider":"Charles \u0026 Marie's Design- \u0026 Geschenke-Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}