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Rare Isamu Noguchi Mid Century Modern Paper First Edition 75D Akari Japan Lamp

About the Item

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 masterpiece features a bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper, crafted using traditional procedures that showcase Noguchi's commitment to artistic innovation. An early edition, this lamp bears the stamped manufacturer's mark, adding a touch of authenticity to its design. In original condition, this piece exudes character with a beautiful patina and some visible damages, as captured in the detailed photos. Professionally restored paper and a new metal frame, replacing the original broken one, contribute to its lasting appeal. Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988), celebrated as one of the twentieth century's most important sculptors, left an indelible mark on the arts. This Akari lamp, documented in literature such as "Isamu Noguchi: Sculptural Design," reflects Noguchi's ability to blend subtlety with boldness, tradition with modernity. Embrace the elegance of mid-century modern design with this iconic Akari lamp, a testament to Noguchi's mastery and the enduring legacy of his sculptural creations.

Creator:

Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1 (Manufacturer),Isamu Noguchi (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 27.17 in (69 cm)Diameter: 29.53 in (75 cm)

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Place of Origin:

Japan

Period:

1950-1959

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1950

Condition:

Replacements made: Metal Wire. Repaired: Paper has been proffesionaly restored. Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Barcelona, ES

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU1427237930152

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Isamu Noguchi

A sculptor, painter, ceramicist and furniture and lighting designer, Isamu Noguchi was one of the most prolific and protean creative forces of the 20th century and a key figure in the development of organic modernism. Noguchi’s sculptures and designs — his chairs and tables as well as his timeless Akari lamp and other lighting fixtures — share a common spirit: one of lyrical abstraction, tempo and flow and harmonious balance.

Noguchi was born in Los Angeles to an American mother and Japanese father, and spent most of his childhood in Japan. He returned to the United States at age 13, went to high school in Indiana and enrolled at Columbia University to study medicine. At the same time, he took night courses in sculpture.

Within three months, Noguchi left college to pursue art full time. Noguchi was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship in 1927 and traveled to Paris to work under Constantin Brancusi. It marked a turning point. Inspired by Brancusi, Noguchi embraced abstraction and began to sculpt in the expressive, rhythmic style that would be the hallmark of his work.

Once back in New York, Noguchi was introduced to design by what would become a lifelong collaboration creating sets for choreographer Martha Graham. His first industrial designs were in Bakelite: the sleek Measured Time kitchen timer created circa 1932, and his famed Zenith Radio Nurse intercom, from 1937.

Ten years later, Herman Miller introduced Noguchi’s now-iconic glass-topped coffee table with an articulated wooden base. His washi paper and bamboo Akari light sculptures, handmade in Japan, debuted in 1951. In the late 1950s, Noguchi designed for Knoll, creating such pieces as his dynamic Cyclone table and rocking stool.

For collectors, Noguchi’s furniture and lighting designs remain his most accessible work — they have the same power and presence that Noguchi brought to his art.

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