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A Serene White Porcelain Clock Weaving Stillness and Motion

This exquisite porcelain clock is the work of designer Kanae Tsukamoto, who studied ceramics in Scandinavia. With its dignified presence, it continues to be cherished since its release, gently embracing the hearts of all who behold it.

A Serene White Porcelain Clock Weaving Stillness and Motion

“A Droplet Traces Its Existence”

This piece explores the unseen shape of gravity―a force that shapes our world, yet remains invisible. Its motif comes from raindrops falling from an eave, tracing patterns on the ground during a quiet moment of shelter from the rain. The gentle undulations create soft, tranquil shadows, resulting in a work that soothes the spirit and invites touch.

“An Aggressive Clock”

This striking clock draws inspiration from architectural “tension structures” often seen in bridges, and the projecting “membrane structures” used in tents. Another theme is the expression of sharp, thorn-like emotions. Look closely—don’t you feel it, too? It stirs something deep within, awakening a hidden intensity. Beyond its role as a timepiece, it stands as an artwork of refinement and beauty.

A Fusion of Refined Design and Master Craftsmanship

Another defining feature is the natural beauty of its ceramic material. Made with specially treated ceramics, the clock has a matte finish with a distinctive texture.
Its frame is crafted by one of Japan’s leading ceramic manufacturers, with each piece meticulously shaped by skilled artisans.

Achieving flawless flat surfaces and sharp edges poses a serious challenge and requires extraordinary skill. Countless prototypes and hours of refinement went into the creation of the final product.

The delicate, sharply defined hands are crafted from a material that is prized for its strength and durability.

On the lower left side of the body, the Lemnos logo and the designer’s name—Kanae Tsukamoto—are printed in blue.

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Born in Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. After working for several companies including Mitsubishi Electric Co., Ltd. she studied on a postgraduate course at the University of Art and Design Helsinki (UIAH) as a foreign student, on a scholarship from the YKK Yoshida Scholarship Association. She then moved to England and completed a master’s degree at the Royal College of Art (RCA). After working at Dartington Crystal Ltd and Queensbury-Hunt-Levine Design in London, she established Kanae Design Labo in 1999. Her designs are inspired by the theme “from the table to the surroundings.” She is a winner of the Design Competition Prize from Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce in the U.K., an Excellent Prize from the Tableware Festival of Tokyo Dome, and a Good Design Award in Japan, in addition to a Red Dot Award in Germany, iF Award in Germany, Dezeen Award in UK etc.,
Her works are housed at the Gera Art Museum in Germany. 2009–2010, a Good Design Award panel member. 2013, a Nagasaki Design Award panel member. 2017 & 2019 iF Award jury member. Currently, works as an appointed professor for the Okayama prefectural University through the Kyoto prefectural University as an associated professor.

http://kanaedesignlabo.com/