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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 Floor Lamp ST2-36N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare and unusual New old stock Isamu Noguchi Akari floor lamp model ST2-36N, Isamu Noguchi stamped on steel base and shade. In pristine condition no scratches on the frame or tears o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
$5,450 / item
Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture 1A Table Lamp in Yellow and White
By Gemini G.E.L., Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage model 1A light sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi
Manufactured by Ozeki and Co
Designed in 1954
Akari-Gemini edition circa 1980's
Washi paper and bamboo shade with modernis...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Floor Lamp with Stamped Signature- Showroom Display
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Floor Lamp with Stamped Signature- Showroom Display.
The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Anglo-Japanese Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 36N 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
Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant, Ozeki & Co Ltd, Japan 1980s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in London, GB
Isamu Noguchi (1904 – 1988) was an artist, furniture designer, ceramicist, theatre designer and landscape architect. In 1951, he began designing Akari Light Sculptures – 100 of them ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wire
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 21A 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
