They have no work-related function, but are often intended to provide decoration or pleasure, relieve stress or inspire creativity.
[1][2] The Newton's cradle is a classic example of an office toy.
A fidget spinner is an office toy that is used to reduce stress or boredom.
[4] Design curator Donald Albrecht described executive toys as "aspirational" objects, "less tools for provoking creativity than foghorns of identity and status in a sea of corporate homogeneity.
"[2] Toys with corporate logos act as advertisements, such those distributed by pharmaceutical sales representatives in doctors' offices.