Weather station Sputnik, black, yellow, transparent, metal, plastic, Germany, 1980s.
850 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 16863
This Sputnik-style weather station, originally designed by Wilhelm Huger in the 1950s and produced in Germany during the 1970s or 80s, is a decorative object resonant with the spirit of the space age era. The spherical body, made from clear plexiglass or acrylic, encases a set of instruments — barometer, thermometer, and hygrometer — each with precise black scales on matte silver metallic dials. The structure features satin-finished, polished brass rods and rings radiating outward like satellite antennae. The base, partly chromed metal with a glossy finish, pairs with a black central disc. Compact proportions (height 20 cm, width 14 cm) and a period signature confirm its authenticity and finely crafted detail. Condition: good — minor surface scratches, several subtle cracks in the plastic, and one small rod missing; the piece remains original with a full vintage character. This weather station captures the optimism of the cosmic era: the spherical form and mirrored details evoke a time when technological exploration ignited designers’ imaginations and retro-futurist sensibilities shaped daily life. The radiating rods recall solar flares or radio waves, underscoring faith in scientific progress and modern aesthetics. The transparent dome reveals intricate internal workings, while light refracts gently from the metal and plastic, enhancing the sense of movement and energy so characteristic of the late 20th century. Such an object could be displayed on a mid-century shelf between art books, graphite ceramics, and Bavarian clocks, asserting itself as a centerpiece
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Height20 cm
Width14 cm
Dimension details
Width14 cm
Height20 cm
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