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What is an Akari lamp?
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Part art and part light source, Akari lamps were created by Isamu Noguchi in 1951. These lamps use traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns with handmade paper being stretched over bamboo and illuminated from the inside. Shop a collection of Akari lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Akari Model 1AS Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 1AS light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures...
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Metal
$1,800 / item
Monumental Akari Model 70F Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufactu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...
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Metal
Vintage Akari 4N Light Sculpture Lamp by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Vintage Akari 4N light sculpture lamp by Isamu Noguchi. Late 20th century "Gemini" model. Shade is in overall good vintage condition with aging spots throughout. The Akari lamps prov...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
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Metal
Akari Model 24N Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 24N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,500 / item
Akari Model 20n Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari Model 20N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,500 / item
Monumental Isamu Noguchi Akari 25N Floor Lamp
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Isamu Noguchi Akari 25N floor lamp. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Anglo-Japanese Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
$4,200 / item