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Flip it over, and the little cascade starts again, like a slow-motion rain of \u003cstrong\u003ecrystal beads\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its \u003cstrong\u003e8 × 20 cm clear glass\u003c\/strong\u003e body lets you see every movement, every reflection, and every bubble hesitating before crossing the neck. Four shades are available—blue, purple, pink, and \u003cstrong\u003eclear\u003c\/strong\u003e—to match the object to a desk, bedroom, library, or reading corner. More than just a timer, it is an object for \u003cstrong\u003econtemplation\u003c\/strong\u003e: turn it over to take a break, recenter yourself for a few moments, accompany a breath, or simply watch the light play through the liquid. A small, silent spectacle, with no batteries or mechanisms, reminding us that time can also be savored, slowly, one bubble at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eAvailable colors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-vars\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-v dark\" style=\"background: #1F4E8C;\"\u003eBLUE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-i\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-n\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-d\"\u003eBlue liquid, translucent bubbles: the spirit of the seabed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-v dark\" style=\"background: #5B3A8C;\"\u003ePURPLE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-i\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-n\"\u003ePurple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-d\"\u003eDeep purple liquid, for a mysterious and cozy atmosphere\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-v light\" style=\"background: #E8B4C0;\"\u003ePINK\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-i\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-n\"\u003ePink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-d\"\u003eSoft pink liquid, gentle and luminous\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-v light\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#F5F0E8,#E8F4FA);\"\u003eCLEAR\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-i\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-n\"\u003eClear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-d\"\u003eColorless liquid, bubbles in the spotlight, crystal effect\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-mat\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the bubbles flow so slowly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a traditional hourglass, grains fall under the effect of gravity, almost freely. Here, the translucent bubbles and beads move through a \u003cstrong\u003eliquid\u003c\/strong\u003e: they are subjected simultaneously to their weight, the \u003cstrong\u003ebuoyancy force\u003c\/strong\u003e (Archimedes' principle), which makes them lighter the closer their density is to that of the liquid, and the \u003cstrong\u003eviscous resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e of the fluid that slows their movement. The result is a gentle, almost floating descent, much slower and more fluid than a fall through air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe passage through the \u003cstrong\u003eneck\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a second phenomenon: the bubbles crowd together, brush against each other, wait for their turn, and then escape one by one. It is this bottleneck that punctuates the flow and gives it its hypnotic quality. The hourglass is one of the oldest instruments for measuring time, used in Europe since the Middle Ages; this liquid version preserves the symbolism while prioritizing the beauty of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eWhy you will love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-ben\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eHypnotic movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eBubbles glide in slow motion through the liquid: a soothing spectacle every time you flip it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eThe charm of glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eA transparent body that catches the light and reveals every detail of the movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e➤\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eFour moods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eBlue, purple, pink, or clear, to match your decor.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eA break at your fingertips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eFlipping it becomes a small ritual to disconnect from screens and catch your breath.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eDesktop format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003e8 × 20 cm: prominent enough to catch the eye, compact enough for a shelf or bedside table.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e➤\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eSilent and battery-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eNo electronics: simply flip it, and gravity does the rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-des\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"t\"\u003eTime that floats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"x\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hourglass has long accompanied sailors, preachers, and cooks, measuring watches, sermons, and cooking times. Its shape has remained the same for centuries: \u003cstrong\u003etwo bulbs, a narrow neck\u003c\/strong\u003e, and something passing from one to the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model reinvents the principle by replacing the sand with a \u003cstrong\u003ecolored liquid\u003c\/strong\u003e and translucent bubbles. Time no longer falls: it \u003cstrong\u003efloats\u003c\/strong\u003e, it slows down, it lets itself be watched. The bubbles gather at the neck, jostle each other, and then resume their descent like a slow-motion rain shower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlaced on a desk, it becomes an invitation to look away from the screen. It is this poetry of physical phenomena that we love to gather in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/temps-et-meteo\"\u003eTime \u0026amp; Weather\u003c\/a\u003e collection, alongside crystal barometers and magnetic hourglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-steps\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEnjoying your hourglass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnpack with care.\u003c\/strong\u003e The body is glass: hold it with both hands and place it on a flat, stable surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn it over gently.\u003c\/strong\u003e A slow gesture is enough; there is no need to shake it, the bubbles will start moving on their own.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eObserve the flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch the bubbles gather at the neck and then glide downward: perfect for a breathing break.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose its location.\u003c\/strong\u003e Near an indirect light source, the colored liquid illuminates and reveals all its relief.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eComparison of Lab hourglasses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-cmp\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eCriteria\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eBubble Hourglass (this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMagnetic Hourglass\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eHypnotic Hourglass\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWhat flows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTranslucent bubbles in colored liquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal filings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"hl\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMain effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow, floating flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFilings sculpture on the magnet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eContemplative movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eColors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue, purple, pink, clear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSee dedicated product page\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSee dedicated product page\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"hl\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBreak, decor, gift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDesk, fun object\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDecoration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-info\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e This hourglass is primarily a \u003cstrong\u003edecorative and contemplative object\u003c\/strong\u003e. No flow duration is announced by the manufacturer: it is therefore not designed to precisely time cooking or an exercise. The speed of the bubbles may also vary slightly with ambient temperature, as the liquid is a bit more fluid when it is warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-tip\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your hourglass in front of a window or near a warm-light lamp: the colored liquid will begin to glow and the bubbles will cast small reflections. For a bedside table, the purple or blue colors create a particularly soothing atmosphere. On a desk, turn it over at the beginning of a demanding task, and again at the end: this simple gesture becomes a landmark and invites you to take real breaks throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-sp\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid bubble decorative hourglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBody material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClear glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eContents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eColored liquid and translucent bubbles\/beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 8 cm (diameter) × 20 cm (height), per manufacturer specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eColors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue · Purple · Pink · Clear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow duration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot communicated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot communicated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot communicated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePower source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (operates by simply turning it over)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUsage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDecoration, object for pauses and contemplation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft, dry or slightly damp cloth on the glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-warn\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass object, fragile. Do not drop it, do not shake it violently, and do not expose it to strong temperature variations (radiators, direct sunlight, dishwasher). Never attempt to open it: the liquid is not intended to be handled or ingested. Do not place it on the edge of a table or shelf frequently bumped. This is not a toy: keep out of reach of children under 3 years old and use under adult supervision for older children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-gift\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA small break to give as a gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor an overwhelmed colleague, a friend learning to meditate, a teenager's room, Mother's Day, or a birthday, the bubble hourglass is a gentle and original gift. Its message is simple: take your time. The four colors allow you to match it to everyone's personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo create a well-being set, pair it with a selection from our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/detente-spa\"\u003eRelaxation \u0026amp; Spa\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or explore other curiosities from the Lab for a more scientific gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-faq\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long does the bubble flow last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer provides \u003cstrong\u003eno flow duration\u003c\/strong\u003e for this hourglass, and we prefer not to invent one. It is a \u003cstrong\u003edecorative and contemplative object\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a precision timer: its value lies in the slow and fluid movement of the bubbles. The speed can also vary slightly depending on the \u003cstrong\u003eambient temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e, as a liquid is a little more fluid when it is warm and a bit more viscous when it is cool. If you need to precisely measure a duration for cooking or exercise, a traditional timer will be more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the size of the hourglass?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hourglass is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e20 cm in height\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to the manufacturer's specifications. It is a \u003cstrong\u003edesktop format\u003c\/strong\u003e: large enough for the bubbles to be seen distinctly and for the object to have a real presence, but compact enough to find its place on a shelf, bedside table, workspace, or next to a screen. Its weight is not provided. As with any glass object, simply ensure you place it on a \u003cstrong\u003eflat, stable surface\u003c\/strong\u003e, away from edges and high-traffic areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich color should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach color creates a different atmosphere. \u003cstrong\u003eBlue\u003c\/strong\u003e evokes water and the seabed: it is soothing and fits well in bright or Scandinavian interiors. \u003cstrong\u003ePurple\u003c\/strong\u003e is deeper and more mysterious, perfect for a bedroom or a cozy reading corner. \u003cstrong\u003ePink\u003c\/strong\u003e adds softness and brightness, and is very popular as a gift. \u003cstrong\u003eClear\u003c\/strong\u003e, finally, puts the bubbles in the spotlight with a very sleek crystal effect, ideal for minimalist decor or a professional desk. If you are hesitant, consider the light in the room: dark shades benefit from being placed near a light source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the hourglass be opened or the liquid replaced?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The hourglass is a \u003cstrong\u003esealed object\u003c\/strong\u003e: it is not designed to be opened, refilled, or modified. Attempting to open it could break the glass and spill the liquid, the composition of which is not disclosed by the manufacturer and is in no way intended to be handled or ingested. If you notice a leak, crack, or abnormal air bubble, stop handling the object, wipe the liquid with a paper towel while avoiding contact with skin and eyes, and wash your hands. Handled with care, it will maintain its \u003cstrong\u003eflow\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etransparency\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I clean the hourglass?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCleaning is very simple. Wipe with a \u003cstrong\u003esoft, dry cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e, or one that is very slightly damp, to remove dust and fingerprints, then dry immediately. Avoid abrasive products, scouring pads, and especially the \u003cstrong\u003edishwasher\u003c\/strong\u003e: heat and impact could crack the glass or alter the liquid. Never submerge the hourglass in hot water. To maintain perfect \u003cstrong\u003etransparency\u003c\/strong\u003e, a microfiber eyeglass cloth is ideal. A quick dusting every week is enough to keep the bubbles clearly visible and the object luminous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this hourglass suitable for a child?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hourglass fascinates children, but it is a \u003cstrong\u003eglass object\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a toy. It is not suitable for \u003cstrong\u003echildren under 3 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e and must be used under \u003cstrong\u003eadult supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e for older children. A good solution is to place it on a shelf, at the child's eye level but out of immediate reach, and to turn it over together at bedtime or during a quiet time. For a teenager, it will naturally find its place on a desk as a decorative object to take a break between study sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is it different from the Lab's magnetic hourglass?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth objects play with the passage of time, but with different physical phenomena. The \u003cstrong\u003emagnetic hourglass\u003c\/strong\u003e drops metal filings onto a magnet placed in its base: the filings pile up and form bristling sculptures that are different each time you flip it. The \u003cstrong\u003ebubble hourglass\u003c\/strong\u003e relies on \u003cstrong\u003ebuoyancy\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eviscosity\u003c\/strong\u003e: translucent bubbles glide slowly through a colored liquid. The first is more playful and surprising; the second is softer and more contemplative. 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