Vintage Brass Hourglass Timer

Bring a tactile sense of time into any room with this brass decorative hourglass. Supported by three slender brass posts and finished with an architectural top cap, the clear blown-glass bulbs house fine pale sand that flows steadily to mark short intervals. The piece reads as both a functional sand timer and a sculptural object—equally at home on a bookshelf, office desk, meditation altar, or mantel. Because the design is non-electronic and mechanically simple, it requires no batteries or maintenance beyond occasional dusting with a soft cloth. Use it for timed work sprints, short meditation sessions, classroom demonstrations, or as a compelling prop in lifestyle photography and film. The brass framing protects and elevates the glass while adding a warm, vintage patina that complements wood, leather, and industrial interiors.