Noguchi lamps

Transform any space into a serene retreat with the Noguchi Lamp. This lamp effortlessly blends modern minimalism with Japanese-inspired elegance. Crafted with care, it features a rice paper lampshade that emits a gentle, ambient glow, while the stainless steel light stand adds a contemporary touch. Perfect for illuminating your living room, study, bedroom, or bedside, this lamp exudes sophistication and charm. With its handmade craftsmanship and timeless design, the Noguchi Lamp is a stylish…

"Appreciate the moment" - ISAMU NOGUCHI - (Collection of Five Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi for Akari)

@vitra on Instagram: “In 1951 Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, works characterised by weightless luminosity. He chose the name 'akari'…”

The Akari 55A Pendant Light is made of washi paper and bamboo ribbing, providing a soft and warm light perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere. Its metal frame and adjustable cord makes it convenient to use at any desired height. This classic round ceiling pendant lamp was originally designed by Isamu Noguchi in the 1950's and remains an icon of modern design. Specification Material: Mulberry paper, Metal, Iron Light source: LED bulb or Edison bulb Light source base type: E27 (as shown below)…

Designer: Isamu Noguchi (American, Los Angeles, California 1904–1988 New York). Manufacturer: Ozeki & Co., Ltd.. Date: designed ca. 1951. Medium: Mulb...

Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century 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. Noguchi adopted the term Akari, a Japanese word meaning ‘light,’ with associations to both illumination and…

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@vitra on Instagram: “The designer and artist Isamu Noguchi created a total of more than 100 Akari Light Sculptures, which comprise a diverse collection of…”

Two exhibitions investigate the history, present and future of the Akari lamp, a poetic icon of paper, bamboo and metal designed in 1951. Today it is reinterpreted by 5 contemporary designers.