Japanese Paper Lantern Pendant
Modern 3 Piece One-of-a-kind Handmade Japanese Washi Paper Led Pendant Lamp
By SATSUMA WASHI STUDIO
Located in New York, NY
Satsuma Washi studio produces handmade “Washi”, a Japanese traditional craft paper with a history
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21 Century Steel Armature Japanese Paper Lantern Intersect by Andrew Stansell
By Andrew Stansell
Located in Chicago, IL
Light fixture - Japanese Paper lantern by Andrew Stansell, INTERSECT
Can be used as a table top
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H 21 in W 21 in D 21 in
Ron pendant
By Tani Toshiyuki
Located in Birkerød, DK
of Japan’s three largest lanterns makers. The paper is treated with coating to prevent from water and
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Hokore Pendant
By Tani Toshiyuki
Located in Birkerød, DK
technique traditionally used to make insect cages and paper lanterns, the lamp builds on tradition while
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Sen pendant
By Tani Toshiyuki
Located in Birkerød, DK
takesensuji, which is a technique traditionally used to make insect cages and paper lanterns, while adding a
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Large Early 31N Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and
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Early and Rare 40D Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Japanese Gifu lanterns. Each Akari was handcrafted beginning with the making of washi paper from the inner
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Large Early J1 Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Japanese Gifu lanterns. Each Akari was handcrafted beginning with the making of washi paper from the inner
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Large Early Model K Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Noguchi
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Early and Rare 30D Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
insignia.
The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal.
In 1951 Isamu Noguchi
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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Early and Rare 45XL Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and
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Metal
Two Isamu Noguchi ‘Akari’ Pendants Mod, 45A for Steph Simon, France c1950
By Steph Simon, Isamu Noguchi
Located in London, GB
flailing craft of lantern making in Ozeki. Akari means ‘light’ in Japanese, suggesting luminous and
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ClassiCon Plissée Pendant Lamp by Sebastian Herkner
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
, almost textile look. To a certain extent, Sebastian Herkner’s design references the famous paper lanterns
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Globo Cesta Pendant Lamp by Miguel Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
in other countries such as Japan, where the washi paper for our Tekiò lamp is made.
Our mission is
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Globo Cestita Pendant Lamp by Miguel Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
in other countries such as Japan, where the washi paper for our Tekiò lamp is made.
Our mission is
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Large ‘Rituals Xl’ Blown Opaline Glass Suspension Lamp in White for Foscarini
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Foscarini
Located in Glendale, CA
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Sen table lamp
By Tani Toshiyuki
Located in Birkerød, DK
revitalizing traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Also available as a pendant.
Sen means lines in Japanese and
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Enso table lamp Natural Oil
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
lanterns, the lamp shade is constructed with special coated Japanese washi paper making it strong and
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Enso table lamp Black Oil
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
lanterns, the lamp shade is constructed with special coated Japanese washi paper making it strong and
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Enso table lamp Black Stained Matt Lacquer
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
lanterns, the lamp shade is constructed with special coated Japanese washi paper making it strong and
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Large ‘Rituals 1’ Hand Blown Opaline Glass Table Lamp in White for Foscarini
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Foscarini
Located in Glendale, CA
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‘Rituals 3’ Hand Blown Opaline Glass Table Lamp in White for Foscarini
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Foscarini
Located in Glendale, CA
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‘Rituals 2’ Hand Blown Opaline Glass Table Lamp in White for Foscarini
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Foscarini
Located in Glendale, CA
with surface engravings that recall the bamboo ribbed washi paper of a Japanese light sculpture or
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‘Rituals 1’ Blown Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp in White for Foscarini
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Located in Glendale, CA
with surface engravings that recall the bamboo ribbed washi paper of a Japanese light sculpture or
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Large ‘Rituals XL’ Handblown Opaline Glass Table Lamp in White for Foscarini
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Foscarini
Located in Glendale, CA
with surface engravings that recall the bamboo ribbed washi paper of a Japanese light sculpture or
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Japanese Paper Lantern Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese paper lantern pendant for your home. A Japanese paper lantern pendant — often made from metal, paper and glass — can elevate any home. Find 6 options for an antique or vintage Japanese paper lantern pendant now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Japanese paper lantern pendant, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A Japanese paper lantern pendant made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Japanese paper lantern pendant over the years, but those crafted by Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. and Foscarini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Prices for a Japanese paper lantern pendant start at $1,156 and top out at $16,420 with the average selling for $3,200.
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