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How are Noguchi lamps made?
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Noguchi lamps are made using the inner bark of a Mulberry tree. Washi paper is then cut into strips and glued onto both sides of the bamboo-ribbed framework. You’ll find a selection of Noguchi lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 31N Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
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 manufacture...
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
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Bamboo, Paper
Rare Isamu Noguchi Mid Century Modern Paper First Edition 75D Akari Japan Lamp
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Discover the timeless allure of the Isamu Noguchi Akari Lamp, model 75D, a pendant lamp designed around 1950 and manufactured by Ozeki & Co. Ltd. in Japan. This mid-century modern ma...
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 55A Pendant Lamp: Timeless Japanese Elegance
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Experience the timeless elegance of the Isamu Noguchi Akari 55A Pendant Lamp, a design masterpiece that transcends generations. Created in 1951...
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 70EN Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
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 manufacture...
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Ceiling Lamp by Noguchi Isamu
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Milan, IT
USA, 1960 circa
Akari edition for Steph Simon
Mulberry tree skin frame, paper and bamboo shade
Availability: 1
Literature: similar examples reproduced in: Sam Hunter, "Isamu N...
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Bamboo, Paper
Akari Model 7AD Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 7AD light sculpture by Isamu Noguchii. The shade is made from handmade washi paper, wood and bamboo ribs with authentic Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures by Isamu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Lamps
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Metal
