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In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its warm... Isamu Noguchi Table, Noguchi Lamp, Bedside Stool, Noguchi Table, Isamu Noguchi, Light Sculpture, Paper Lamp, Ceiling Lamp, Novelty Lamp

In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its…

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In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its warm... Akari Lamp, Shoji Paper, Noguchi Lamp, Japanese Paper Lanterns, Paper Lantern Lights, Ingo Maurer, Gifu Japan, Led Light Design, Light Sculpture

In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its…

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Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade by the original manufacturer in Gifu, Japan, the paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, supported by a metal frame. Akari Light Sculpture, Noguchi Akari Lamp, Muji Room, Cozy Lamps, Akari Light, Noguchi Lamp, Boutique Architecture, Minimal Apartment, Light Sculptures

Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade by the original manufacturer in Gifu, Japan, the paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, supported by a metal frame.

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In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its warm... Noguchi Lamp, Swag Light, Isamu Noguchi, Light Sculpture, Gifu, Iron Lighting, Washi Paper, Paper Lanterns, Rice Paper

In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its…

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