The small Ruhla alarm clock from the late 1970s and early 1980s is an example of East German design rooted in the space age and late modernist era. The matte light gray plastic case forms an almost perfect square with softly rounded edges, while the front is dominated by a slightly convex crystal covering a black dial with a subtle vertical striped pattern and clean, white Arabic numerals. Each hour marker is identified by a small, greenish luminous dot, making the face easily readable in the dark; the hour and minute hands are thick and filled with luminescent material, while a slender, metallic second hand adds a sense of movement. Characteristically functional and modern in spirit, the clock runs on a single AA battery and bears a clear 'MADE IN GDR' signature. The crystal features minor scratches, testament to everyday use; however, there are no major cracks or defects, and the construction is complete and stable. The overall condition is good, with light signs of age and preserved original parts. This clock reflects the narrative of East German modernism—an era when functional simplicity aimed to embody an accessible vision of the future. Its cool, geometric lines and luminous details evoke an ambiance in which design became democratic and technology inspired optimism for daily life. The gentle matte surface and steadily ticking second hand recall a time when clarity of form and easy legibility were key virtues, making this alarm a modest but evocative relic from the everyday life of its time. It can be paired with light metal shelving in the Bauhaus style or a simple, pale wood desk—ideal for a home office or as a bedside alarm in the bedroom—to emphasize its
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Height7 cm
Depth4 cm
Width7 cm
Dimension details
Width7 cm
Height7 cm
Depth4 cm
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