Moonhead has always been a watch with a story to tell. Originally designed by artist Andrew Rae, Moonhead takes its inspiration from Rae’s graphic novel Moonhead and the Music Machine, following an astronaut and Apollo Orbiter as they journey around a rather watchful moon. Now, Moonhead has been given a new story of its own by illustrator and Mr Jones Watches Printmaker Emma. Emma’s remix takes the playful spirit of the original and fills it with references from their own artistic world. Inspired by Rae’s wonderfully surreal take on popular culture, they have woven in nods to everyone from Ziggy Stardust to Bertrand Russell’s famous teapot. The result is a design packed with little details and visual references, rewarding anyone who takes the time to look a little closer. Storytelling is at the heart of Emma’s practice and for this Printers Edition, they’ve brought that same approach to Moonhead, turning the dial into a miniature world filled with characters, references and things to spot. The original Moonhead remains at the centre of the design, but this new interpretation feels distinctly Emma’s: playful, curious and full of stories within stories. How to read the time The centre of the Moon marks the hour, while the tip of the teapot’s spout marks the minutes. And if you find yourself wondering why there’s a teapot floating around the moon… you may have just discovered Bertrand Russell’s teapot. Limited edition This watch is available exclusively from Mr Jones Watches in a limited edition of 100 pieces. When you purchase, you will be assigned an edition number and this will be engraved on your watch case back.
