Counterfunctionality: A Gallery

"Counterfunctionality is what makes a useless-seeming watch potentially more valuable — in identity terms — than, say, regular jewelry." More. Brought to you by The Murketing Organization.

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Nov 26
“Cuff bracelet made in the likeness of a calculator watch. Completely handsewn and hand-appliqued. This bracelet is made with 100% Holland Wool felt and has velcro closure.”  Calculator Watch Cuff Bracelet Black by BraveMoonman on Etsy

“Cuff bracelet made in the likeness of a calculator watch. Completely handsewn and hand-appliqued. This bracelet is made with 100% Holland Wool felt and has velcro closure.”  Calculator Watch Cuff Bracelet Black by BraveMoonman on Etsy


Nov 25
“A cool twist on the display. It’s a retrograde of sorts, not a flyback but rather a half dial with double hands. Each with different lengths and corresponding markers measured and colored to match the hours and minutes viewed on the dashboard style display. As each hand rotates along the semi-circle markers, they reach the end (upper left) and go out of view allowing the opposite longer or shorter hand to come into view on the opposite side. A long story short, the circular style of traditional analog displays are thrown out the window with this cool new watch!” Void V02GO Gold Watch - The Coolest Watches from Watchismo.com

“A cool twist on the display. It’s a retrograde of sorts, not a flyback but rather a half dial with double hands. Each with different lengths and corresponding markers measured and colored to match the hours and minutes viewed on the dashboard style display. As each hand rotates along the semi-circle markers, they reach the end (upper left) and go out of view allowing the opposite longer or shorter hand to come into view on the opposite side. A long story short, the circular style of traditional analog displays are thrown out the window with this cool new watch!” Void V02GO Gold Watch - The Coolest Watches from Watchismo.com


Nov 22
“Of particular note are prototypes and unique examples of Eterna and Porsche Design watches custom made for the Porsche family. The latter includes a fine 18 carat gold chronograph (above) made especially by Eterna (now owned by Porsche) and presented to Dr. Ferdinand Oliver Porsche for his 40th birthday, estimated at £4,000 - £6,000.” Porsche Family’s Personal Watch Collection to be Auctioned

“Of particular note are prototypes and unique examples of Eterna and Porsche Design watches custom made for the Porsche family. The latter includes a fine 18 carat gold chronograph (above) made especially by Eterna (now owned by Porsche) and presented to Dr. Ferdinand Oliver Porsche for his 40th birthday, estimated at £4,000 - £6,000.” Porsche Family’s Personal Watch Collection to be Auctioned


Nov 19

Nov 11
“A normal watch is worn so that it is convenient for the wearer to tell time. however, through a slight change of turning the display board 90 degrees, the intrinsic meaning of the watch changes. sharing watch by korean design studio maezm displays the time in such a way that it is read in the same way to you as it can be read by others.” via maezm: sharing watch
[Thx: Piers]

“A normal watch is worn so that it is convenient for the wearer to tell time. however, through a slight change of turning the display board 90 degrees, the intrinsic meaning of the watch changes. sharing watch by korean design studio maezm displays the time in such a way that it is read in the same way to you as it can be read by others.” via maezm: sharing watch

[Thx: Piers]


Nov 8
The piece resembles a classic Rolex yet is fully wrapped in Black premium leather with a snap button closure. (via Natalia Brilli Leather Watch Bracelet | Hypebeast

The piece resembles a classic Rolex yet is fully wrapped in Black premium leather with a snap button closure. (via Natalia Brilli Leather Watch Bracelet | Hypebeast


Nov 7

Nov 6
“This is real horological art and passion - and again you see their penchant for making the watches “secret.” Many Piaget Limelight watches prefer to cover the watch face when not being used, so as to give the pieces a dual watch and jewelry character.” Piaget Limelight Exceptional Watch Pieces For 2009

“This is real horological art and passion - and again you see their penchant for making the watches “secret.” Many Piaget Limelight watches prefer to cover the watch face when not being used, so as to give the pieces a dual watch and jewelry character.” Piaget Limelight Exceptional Watch Pieces For 2009


Oct 9

Sep 30
“the purpose of mechanical watches is not just to display the time. they are, and ought to be, the showcase of human achievements in the fields of engineering, aesthetics and of course craftsmanship - just to mention a few. it is essential for mechanical watches through their form and functions to reflect these values and therefore to be the mediums to push the limits and discover new territories of creation and technological advancement.” ora | alexandros stasinopoulos | strategic+product design | ……………….

“the purpose of mechanical watches is not just to display the time. they are, and ought to be, the showcase of human achievements in the fields of engineering, aesthetics and of course craftsmanship - just to mention a few. it is essential for mechanical watches through their form and functions to reflect these values and therefore to be the mediums to push the limits and discover new territories of creation and technological advancement.” ora | alexandros stasinopoulos | strategic+product design | ……………….


Sep 17
“This watch eschews the conventional            division of a day into 24 hours, instead it divides into units of median            daily routine. The dial shows a breakdown of what average people            do on an average day, so you’re able to see what you yourself            should - on average - be doing at any time.” Mr Jones Watches

“This watch eschews the conventional division of a day into 24 hours, instead it divides into units of median daily routine. The dial shows a breakdown of what average people do on an average day, so you’re able to see what you yourself should - on average - be doing at any time.” Mr Jones Watches


Sep 16
“The Nooka ZEM line brings a new shapes to Nooka timepieces with a gem-cut case and mineral crystal. This gem shape gives form to “glam future”-the guiding term used to describe Nooka’s fragrance bottle.”  Nooka ZEM | Limité Magazine
[Thx: Piers!]

“The Nooka ZEM line brings a new shapes to Nooka timepieces with a gem-cut case and mineral crystal. This gem shape gives form to “glam future”-the guiding term used to describe Nooka’s fragrance bottle.”  Nooka ZEM | Limité Magazine

[Thx: Piers!]


Sep 13
“The special ‘15 minute watch-face’ temporary tattoo or transfer. Impress your friends with your intention to temporarily transgress the ‘famous/not famous’ divide.”  15 Minutes of Fame - Art as Art— Better Living Through Design

“The special ‘15 minute watch-face’ temporary tattoo or transfer. Impress your friends with your intention to temporarily transgress the ‘famous/not famous’ divide.”  15 Minutes of Fame - Art as Art— Better Living Through Design


Sep 3
“An artistic watch with a hand painting of Mumtaz Mahal on the front, and Shah Jahan on the back. Each painting is done in verre eglomise enamel in the reverse of a sapphire crystal in traditional Indian artistic form. The watch is about 41mm wide in steel, and has diamonds decorating the bezel and lugs. Inside is a Swiss automatic mechanical movement with a rotating disc to show the time.”  Angular Momentum Shah Jahan & Mumtaz Mahal Watch

“An artistic watch with a hand painting of Mumtaz Mahal on the front, and Shah Jahan on the back. Each painting is done in verre eglomise enamel in the reverse of a sapphire crystal in traditional Indian artistic form. The watch is about 41mm wide in steel, and has diamonds decorating the bezel and lugs. Inside is a Swiss automatic mechanical movement with a rotating disc to show the time.”  Angular Momentum Shah Jahan & Mumtaz Mahal Watch


Aug 26

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