Alessi Duck Timer

“A true design work must move people, convey emotions, bring back memories, surprise, and go against common thinking.” – ALBERTO ALESSI

Founded in 1921, Italian company Alessi has been at the forefront of product design, employing architects, designers and craftspeople from around the world that continue to create truly iconic designs of the modern age. Alessi, always been known for the high quality of its’ products, has evolved to become one of the leading “Factories of Italian design” capable of applying its expertise and excellence to many different product types.  Alessi has a strong bond with the traditions and cultural background of its area yet continues push against the desires of the general public. Alessi has been described as a “Dream Factory” which uses its products to make people’s dreams come true, by providing them with the art and poetry that they seek.

The Duck Timer is an electronic timer that takes the form of a long-necked, curious duck designed by Finnish modern furniture designer, Eero Aarnio. This timer is a fun gadget for your kitchen. Wind it up like a traditional mechanical timer to set the time by rotating the central dial. The typical alarm sound has been replaced with a funny duck quack to brighten up your kitchen chores.