Mispoes!
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Mispoes! is a playful reminder of the English idiom ‘a game of cat and mouse’.
Like the game, time often feels elusive: we can get caught up in a cycle of trying to catch up on lost time, instead of enjoying the moment.
This charming watch design was created for us by Belgian art student Kaat Deceuninck.
Mispoes in Dutch means literally “you missed, cat!” and is a phrase used when someone misses a catch or aiming a paper ball at the bin.
The cat and mouse are locked in an endless pursuit, with the cat never quite fast enough to trap the mouse - mispoes!
How to read the time
The time display is cleverly integrated within the illustration on Mispoes!
- To find the hour, you'll need to check the position of the cat’s paw
- The position of the mouse shows you the minutes.
Kaat explains where the inspiration came from
I often find myself spending time watching my cat play with his toys or even with the mice he catches.
Although it’s really engrossing to watch, afterwards I always feel like I wasted all that time.
When I got the assignment to create a watch design I wanted to tell a story that is relatable and easy to understand:
To see the world through the cat’s eyes means we can understand that no time is ever really wasted - we just need to be more like the cat and fully live every moment!
Limited edition
This watch is available exclusively from Mr Jones Watches in a numbered edition of 200 pieces, when you purchase, you will be assigned a number at random.
Purchases are strictly limited to one per person/address for this limited edition watch.
We don’t think it’s fair for people to buy to resell them at a higher price, so please don’t do this or we will be forced to block your orders.
Size: Medium / unisex
Strap: 18mm Hirsch Osiris Nubuck
Mechanism: single jewel quartz mechanismGlass: sapphire (hard-wearing)
Waterproof: Yes! 5ATM
Guarantee: 12 months - any problems after, we’re happy to help!
Width (3 o’clock to 9 o’clock): 37mm
Height (from lug to lug): 46mm
Case: 316L stainless steel - polished silver finish
Kaat Deceuninck is an art student from Belgium. So far she has explored different disciplines: illustration, animation, interior design, graphic design, textile design and drawing.
It is through her teacher Kristof Devos, the designer of Mr Jones Watches’ most popular watch A perfectly useless afternoon, that she came across the brand.
Her illustrations are characterised by simplicity, minimalism, playfulness and a thoughtful use of colour.
To find out more about Kaat, visit her Instagram account here: @dec.kaat
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