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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 Table Lamp 1X
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Malmö, SE
This is an exceptional table lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan.
Model 1X. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, ...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 45X
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Malmö, SE
This is an exceptional lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan.
Model 45X. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing.
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Category
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Isamu Noguchi Akari Floor Lamp ST2-35N
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Malmö, SE
This is an exceptional floor lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan.
Model ST2-35N. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 33N lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan.
Bambu structure covered by washi paper. Wired for U.S. standards.
Recent version in imma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 35N
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Malmö, SE
This is an exceptional lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan.
Model 35N. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, s...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture model BB1-30D
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Portland, OR
Designed 1952, the BB1 has a cast iron stone-form base (satin black finish) with a natural bamboo stem. This example is early and is stamped to underside “MADE IN JAPAN.”
The lamp i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Iron
