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Contemporary Studio Craft Walnut and Neon Touch "BuraBura - Karin" Lamp

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Contemporary capacitive touch sensor lamp by neon artist / lamp designer, Ryan Mulkey. From the "BuraBura" series, referencing a possessed lantern from Japanese Yokai folklore. Each lamp from the series is composed of a molded neon light source supported by a solid walnut 'orb' base. Only the finest materials are employed to create this small, but impressive conversational piece. This example, boasting a unique ring pattern of lighter shades in her black walnut body, is named "Karin" after the concept concept car, the Citroën Karin from the 1980 Paris Motor Show. Functionally, the lamp turns on and off with a light touch and fades 4 levels with a prolonged touch. Includes a 12v transformer with a braided fabric cord and a plug that resembles a miniature instrument cable connector. The glass (blown in Italy) is fairly fragile, and the lamp should only be handled by lifting / adjusting the base alone. In addition, this is a neon tube using high voltage with emits an electric field. It is advisable to keep hard drives, small electronics, etc., at minimum 5" away from the tube. Size: L 9" x H 9.75" x D 4.5".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (In the Style Of)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2020
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1444219836182
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