Hourglass - Lilac
Best decorative timer for professionals seeking mindful productivity breaks.
Enhance your workspace or living area with the Lilac Hourglass from Treaty General Store. This elegant 15-minute timer, crafted from glass, offers a mindful way to track time for focused work sessions or short breaks. Its refined aesthetic makes it a beautiful accessory for any desk or counter, blending functionality with decorative appeal. Measuring 3" x 5.4", this hourglass provides a visual cue for productivity and moments of calm, adding a touch of sophisticated design to your home or office.
$28.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
2
/ 80
#2 in Hourglasses
Price vs Category Average
-8%
Below average
Material
Glass
/ Glass
Who it's for
- Interior stylists seeking a sophisticated, sculptural desk accent
- Productivity seekers wanting a distraction-free, analog focus tool
- Collectors investing in durable, heirloom-quality home office decor
Who should skip it
- Parents or pet owners needing shatterproof, high-traffic workspace accessories
- Professionals requiring strict, second-by-second timing accuracy
- Budget-conscious shoppers prioritizing pure functionality over luxury design
Performance breakdown
Visual Aesthetic
The lilac hue provides a sophisticated, calming focal point for workspaces.
Timing Precision
Standard glass construction offers reliable, though not laboratory-grade, time tracking.
Build Quality
Solid glass composition ensures a premium feel and lasting desk presence.
Focus Utility
The fifteen-minute duration is perfectly calibrated for effective Pomodoro-style work sprints.
Space Efficiency
Compact dimensions allow it to fit seamlessly on even the smallest desks.
Interaction Simplicity
Manual operation requires no setup, batteries, or complex digital configuration.
Key Specs
Material
Glass
Color
Lilac
Timing Duration
15 minutes
Dimensions
3" x 5.4"
Height
137.16 mm
Width
76.2 mm
Sand Type
Colored Sand
Mounting Type
Tabletop
Features
- Mindful time tracking
- 15-minute focus duration
- Elegant glass design
- Ideal desk accessory
- Adds refined aesthetic
- Functional and decorative
What customers say
The Hourglass in Lilac receives consistent acclaim for its exceptional design and perceived quality. Customers love the unique, subtle coloring, finding it a sophisticated focal point in any room. Reviewers frequently emphasize the solid craftsmanship, noting the piece feels substantial and well executed. This blend of superior aesthetic appeal and reliable construction delivers excellent value, consistently exceeding expectations for both form and function.
Know before you buy
The Lilac Hourglass is calibrated for a 15-minute duration, making it ideal for short focus sessions or timed breaks.
No, the frame is fixed. To restart the timer, you simply flip the entire hourglass over by hand.
The hourglass measures 3 inches in width and 5.4 inches in height, providing a compact footprint that fits easily on most desks or shelves.
This model is not designed for engraving. The glass surface is intended to remain clear and unobstructed to showcase the colored sand.
No, this piece uses standard colored sand. It is designed for a classic, minimalist aesthetic rather than the visual effects associated with magnetic sand timers.
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