Twelve-hour watch
$279.00
十二个中国小时（子、丑、寅、卯……）是古人在太阳运行和生活节奏的基础上所设计的独特时间系统。它不仅仅是一种计时工具，更体现了“天人合一”的哲学理念，强调人类与自然及宇宙节奏的和谐共存。将这十二个小时雕刻在手表的表盘上，是对这一西方工业产品的文化再诠释，赋予其东方时间的智慧。
Design concept
Tai Chi and Yin-Yang Philosophy: The Tai Chi symbol is the core symbol of Chinese culture, representing the fundamental laws of the unity and opposition, transformation and perpetual motion of all things in the universe. Integrating it into design is not merely a form of visual decoration; it implies that the passage of time is like the rotation of the Yin-Yang cycle, recurring endlessly without ceasing.
The symbolic meaning of the ball pointer: "Roundness" in Chinese culture represents completeness, harmony and infinity. Using a suspended ball instead of the traditional pointer weakens the coldness of machinery, making it more like an energy body or star moving through the long river of time, filled with poetry and Zen.
Magnetic levitation technology is the key element of the entire design. By using magnetic force to make the round ball pointer float and move precisely, a truly "non-contact" transmission is achieved. This not only significantly reduces physical wear and enhances the movement's lifespan, but more importantly, creates a visual experience of weightlessness, lightness, and a sense of the future. The levitating round ball seems to be supported by an invisible force, gracefully gliding on the dial. It perfectly combines the precision of high technology with the ethereal charm of the East.
The outer ring is engraved with clear "Zi Chou Yin Wu Chen Si Hai Xu You Wu Hai" twelve zodiac signs, and an embedded Tai Chi and Yin-Yang pattern symbolizes the harmony and unity of all things in the universe. The round ball pointer on the dial glows with a soft luster under the light, resembling the flowing stars in the night sky.
PLDesigning the appearance
Minimalism and White Space Art: The overall design eliminates elaborate decorations and adopts retro black and gold or bronze tones, creating a calm and restrained sense of sophistication. The elements on the dial (twelve-hour text, Tai Chi diagram) are meticulously arranged, with extensive use of the "white space" technique. This is precisely the essence of traditional Chinese aesthetics - "counting white as black", providing viewers with an imaginative space, allowing the cultural charm of the product to be refined and disseminated.
The core feature of this watch lies in its innovative magnetic levitation design. The round pointer is suspended above the dial through a precise magnetic force system and can freely rotate without the need for mechanical gears. This achieves an unprecedented sense of tranquility and beauty. On the back of the dial, a special Yin-Yang pattern is incorporated, consisting of two tiny magnetic beads. As the wrist moves, they gently rotate, as if infusing cosmic energy into it. This complex and precise magnetic levitation technology not only demonstrates the brand's technical prowess but also brings users a completely new visual experience.
Cultural Function
The Chinese twelve-hour time system is a cyclical and symbiotic time philosophy that harmonizes with nature. It divides a day into twelve periods, each corresponding to specific celestial phenomena, natural signs, and human activity patterns.
In traditional Chinese thought, "the sky is round and the earth is square." The circular dial symbolizes the vast "sky," while the suspended round pointer within it is like the sun, moon, and stars moving across the sky. The entire dial is a miniature model of the universe.
The Tai Chi diagram at the center of the dial is the core of this worldview. Tai Chi gives rise to Yin and Yang, Yin and Yang give rise to the four constellations, the four constellations give rise to the eight trigrams, and ultimately evolve into all things in the world. The watch places Tai Chi at the center, meaning that all the flow of time and the changes of all things originate from this most fundamental law of opposition and unity. The magnetically suspended round pointer moves around the Tai Chi, which is a vivid demonstration of "following nature's laws." Under the invisible "way" (here, the magnetic field is metaphorically used to represent it), all things move in an orderly and harmonious manner.
The act of a Taoist priest bestowing blessings upon a ritual object is a meticulous religious ceremony. Its purpose is to infuse the object with spiritual energy, making it a powerful tool for communicating between humans and deities, as well as for warding off evil and protecting against evil forces.
The key lies in the "internal cultivation and external method" - the internal cultivation of the mage is the foundation for mobilizing the energy of heaven and earth. Through meditation (visualizing oneself transforming into a divine envoy), hand gestures (such as the Five Thunderhand Technique, Lotus Hand Technique, etc.) and incantations, one prays for the arrival of the master or a specific deity (such as the Thunder Division God General) and channels divine power into the ritual tools.
| Weight |
158g、79g |
|---|---|
| Length |
145mm |
| Width |
68mm |
| Height |
30mm |
Processing & Transit: Orders are processed and dispatched within 4-7 business days after payment.（The goods need to be gathered together and an invocation ceremony will be conducted by the shop owner.） We offer various international shipping options. Standard shipping estimated delivery is 15-30 business days; expedited options (e.g., DHL) take 7-15 business days. These are estimates, and actual delivery may be delayed by customs, holidays, etc.
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