# Abstract Timepieces The Oblique Clock Makes Time Mysterious By Meghan Young | Published 2010-01-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oblique-clock References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/oblique-clock-keeps-time-a-secret/) & [scienceandsonsc](http://www.scienceandsonsc.com/) Traditional timepieces are becoming more obsolete as nearly everyone now carries a cellphone or some gadget that can tell them the time instantly; this makes [works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asterisk-watches-happiness-is-fleeting) such as the Oblique Clock more relevant and even necessary. Keeping the [traditional clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-flip-clock) alive even though it is quite [unique and abstract](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-clock), the Oblique Clock makes time a mystery to be solved; it encourages you to become active with time once again. There are only 20 Oblique Clocks produced, making it a highly covetable item. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Obsolete Timepieces:** The rise of smartphones and gadgets has rendered traditional clocks obsolete, creating disruptive innovation opportunities in the timepiece industry. - **Artistic Timepieces:** Unique and abstract timepieces like the Oblique Clock are gaining relevance and creating opportunities for artistic and creative expression in the industry. - **Limited Edition Timepieces:** The scarcity of limited edition clocks, such as the Oblique Clock with only 20 produced, presents a unique market for collectors and luxury timepiece enthusiasts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smartphone Industry:** The proliferation of smartphones as timekeeping devices requires the traditional timepiece industry to adapt and find innovative ways to stay relevant. - **Art and Design Industry:** The demand for artistic and abstract timepieces like the Oblique Clock is creating opportunities for artists and designers to create unique and visually striking timepieces. - **Luxury Goods Industry:** The limited production and exclusivity of timepieces like the Oblique Clock cater to the luxury goods market, attracting collectors and high-end consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alternative Time Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Abstract Artwork-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ode-to-delaunay-watch.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Dynamic Shadow Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textural-wall-clock.md) - [Celestially Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-desk-clock.md) - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md)