Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Japanese, American, 1904-1988
A sculptor, painter, ceramicist and furniture and lighting designer, Isamu Noguchi was one of the most prolific and protean creative forces of the 20th century and a key figure in the development of organic modernism. Noguchi’s sculptures and designs — his chairs and tables as well as his timeless Akari lamp and other lighting fixtures — share a common spirit: one of lyrical abstraction, tempo and flow and harmonious balance.
Noguchi was born in Los Angeles to an American mother and Japanese father, and spent most of his childhood in Japan. He returned to the United States at age 13, went to high school in Indiana and enrolled at Columbia University to study medicine. At the same time, he took night courses in sculpture.
Within three months, Noguchi left college to pursue art full time. Noguchi was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship in 1927 and traveled to Paris to work under Constantin Brancusi. It marked a turning point. Inspired by Brancusi, Noguchi embraced abstraction and began to sculpt in the expressive, rhythmic style that would be the hallmark of his work.
Once back in New York, Noguchi was introduced to design by what would become a lifelong collaboration creating sets for choreographer Martha Graham. His first industrial designs were in Bakelite: the sleek Measured Time kitchen timer created circa 1932, and his famed Zenith Radio Nurse intercom, from 1937.
Ten years later, Herman Miller introduced Noguchi’s now-iconic glass-topped coffee table with an articulated wooden base. His washi paper and bamboo Akari light sculptures, handmade in Japan, debuted in 1951. In the late 1950s, Noguchi designed for Knoll, creating such pieces as his dynamic Cyclone table and rocking stool.
For collectors, Noguchi’s furniture and lighting designs remain his most accessible work — they have the same power and presence that Noguchi brought to his art.
Find vintage Isamu Noguchi floor lamps, table lamps, coffee tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Isamu Noguchi
Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Floor Lamp with Stamped Signature
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A floor lamp.
The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Highly c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Anglo-Japanese Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rare Akari 10DA by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki 1951, 1st Edition
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Mortsel, BE
What makes this particular Akari lamp even more exceptional is its pristine condition and history. This lamp has never been used before, preserved in its original state since its pro...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal, Steel
2010s Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Cloud Freeform Sofa and Ottoman in Fabric
By Vitra, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Freeform Sofa and Ottoman, originally designed by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra in 1946. This particular example was produced in the 2010s. The sofa and ottoman are comprised of ...
Category
2010s German Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Beech, Maple, Fabric, Foam
Early Isamu Noguchi "35x" Mid Century Pendant Lamp by Ozeki & Co Ltd, 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century ceiling lamp pendant model "35x" by Isamu Noguchi in washi paper and bamboo produced by Ozeki & Co, Japan, 1970s. In good original condition with patina fr...
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Noguchi Akari Model 32N Floor Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Cambridge, US
Japan, ca. 1960s. An early and quite rare Model 32N Akari light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988). Features an enameled cast iron and steel base by Ozeki & Co., Ltd. of Gifu, Ja...
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Steel, Iron
Akari Model 9A Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 9A light sculpture by Isamu Noguchii. The shade is made from handmade washi paper, wood and bamboo ribs with authentic Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light scu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
$2,250 / item
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN.
Original, early BB3 stand with original brass socket and single arm harp. Hand-made shade by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan (wash...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
1932 Isamu Noguchi “Measured Time” Hawkeye Clock
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Measured time clock and kitchen timer, 1932.
Tested and working.
Two models of this clock were produced: a limited run of white Bakelite clocks ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bakelite
$11,000 Sale Price
44% Off
Early Isamu Noguchi Mid Century "1A" Desk / Table Paper & Metal Lamp, 1960s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century desk / table lamp model "1A" by Isamu Noguchi in washi paper and black lacquered metal base produced and branded with the "Sun and the Moon" by Ozeki & Co,...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Early Akari BB3 Bamboo & Iron Floor Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Sharon, CT
Early BB3 floor lamp. Cast iron base marked with white paint by hand: Made in Japan.
Category
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Iron
Early Rare Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculptures, Model 41S Globes, Bamboo Base
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculptures. Model 41S.
Noguchi’s Akari series was started in 1951, model 41S was designed in 1956. This is an early model, marked with iconic red sun and m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Papercord
Early Rare Isamu Noguchi 30A Akari Light Sculpture, Ozeki 1951
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the Akari Light Sculpture Model 30A by Isamu Noguchi, a rare gem from 1951 meticulously crafted in the renowned Ozeki factory. This piece stands as one of the earliest pr...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Table Lamp Ya2 1990s Production
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari table lamp model YA2, early 1990s production, from an estate in DC. I.Noguchi stamped shade, along with Moon and Sun logo and Japan underneath, US wired 1...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Steel
$1,396 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid Century Isamu Noguchi "1P" Table Desk Akari Lamp by Ozeki & Co. Japan, 1960s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century "1P" table / desk lamp in washi paper and metal base by Isamu Noguchi by Ozeki & Co, Japan 1960s. Signed with the iconic red "Sun and the Moon" logo. In good or...
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Akari Model XP1 Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model XP1 light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures by Isamu...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,800 / item
Rare Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 41S Globes, Bamboo / Iron Base
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Buffalo, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 41S.
Noguchi’s Akari series was started in 1951, model 41S was designed in 1956. This is an early model, not sure of exact year but came o...
Category
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Isamu Noguchi, Akari Light Sculpture, Bamboo, Paper, Iron, Japan, 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in High Point, NC
A washi paper, bamboo and black-painted iron light sculpture or floor lamp, designed by Isamu Noguchi and produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd, Japan, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches)...
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1970s Japanese Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Iron
Akari 31N Floor Lamp by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Akari 31N Floor Lamp by Isamu NoguchiIsamu Noguchi Akari 31N floor lamp from the 1950s, part of the Akari Light Sculptures series. Features a three-tiered washi paper shade over a ba...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Parchment Paper
Classic Modernist Isamu Noguchi 'Cyclone' Side Table for Knoll
By Isamu Noguchi, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Isamu Noguchi 'Cyclone' Side Table for Knoll.. Black laminate top.. Approx 25 years old
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Isamu Noguchi, Akari, 35N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
An Akari model “35N” by Isamu Noguchi.
This sculptural light construction features an original finish with washi and bamboo accents, tied together with black metal. Originally han...
Category
1950s Japanese Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
$11,000
Isamu Noguchi Model 14A Akari Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Isamu Noguchi Model 14A Akari Light Sculpture. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Anglo-Japanese Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
$3,200 / item
Isamu Noguchi 22N Akari Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Highland, IN
Noguchi designed a series of lamps starting in the 1950s, this 22N Akari designed in 1968 is a beautiful example of his "light sculptures". Made in Gifu, Japan by Ozeki & Co. using ...
Category
1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Akari Model 3A Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 3A light sculpture by Isamu Noguchii. The shade is made from handmade washi paper, wood and bamboo ribs with authentic Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light scu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
1950s Original Isamu Noguchi IN-50 Coffee Table for Herman Miller in Birch
By Herman Miller, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Noguchi Coffee Table, Model IN-50, initially designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1944. This example hails from the 1950s and was produced by Herman Miller. The design features a t...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Glass, Birch, Paint
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture Model 33N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 33N.
Early model, marked with iconic red sun and moon ideogram.
Hand-made form by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan.
Noguchi’s Akari series ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
$16,000 / item
Mid Century Isamu Noguchi Cyclone Side Table Model 87 for Knoll International
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Midcentury Isamu Noguchi Cyclone side table, Model 87 circa 1970 for Knoll International. Original condition, professionally cleaned.
Isa...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Table Lamp BB1 base with 30F shade
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
A 1980s production of the Isamu Noguchi Table Lamp, BB1 base with 30F shade. Overall in great condition, some light discoloration on the shade, some patina on the metal base. wired 1...
Category
1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
$3,709 Sale Price / item
44% Off
Akari Floor Lamp BB3-55DD by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki & Co, Japan, 1950s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptionally rare Akari floor lamp by Isamu Noguchi features a graceful globe-shaped shade crafted from handmade washi paper, sourced from Gifu, Japan, renowned for its fine pa...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Original Vintage Exhibition Poster "NOGUCHI GALERIE MAEGHT", 1981
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Japanese artist Isamu Noguchi was a visionary sculptor and designer whose work left an indelible mark on the worlds of art, architecture, and design. Born on November 17, 1904, in Lo...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Paper
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Early and Rare 40D Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Early 40D Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock.
Model 40D is a globe shaped pendant in the Akari series.
This example features the earliest manufacturer's mark, a red sun and half-moon insignia.
The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal.
In 1951 Isamu Noguchi visited the town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Noguchi designed the first of his lamps that would be produced by the traditional Gifu methods of construction. He called these works Akari, a term meaning light as illumination, but also implying the idea of weightlessness. The fabrication of Akari in Japan at Ozeki & Co. since 1951 followed the traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 21N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
TWO AVAILABLE. SOLD SEPERATELY.
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 21N.
Noguchi’s Akari series was started in 1951, model 21N was designed in 1968...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
$20,000 / item
Isamu Noguchi ‘Akari’ Pendant Mod, 45A for Steph Simon, France c1950
By Steph Simon, Isamu Noguchi
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
1950s French Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Paper
$4,842 Sale Price / item
75% Off
Unique Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture 32N with Ligurian Stone Base
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
*Two available, each with different color ligurian stone. Sold separately.
Unique Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture, model 32N with sculpted Ligurian stone base.
Japan & Italy c...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF2-31N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model UF2-31N.
Hand-made form by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan.
Noguchi’s Akari series started in 1951, model UF2-31N started in 1985.
I Noguchi...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Unused Isamu Noguchi "30D" Paper Ceiling Lamp Pendant by Ozeki & Co Japan, 1980s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and unused mid century paper ceiling lamp pendant by Isamu Noguchi produced in by Ozeki & Co, Japan early 1980s. Unused and in NOS condition. ...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q.
Gemini G.E.L edition c. 1984.
Hand-made form by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan. Washi paper shade, bamboo ribbing supported ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 3X with Original Packaging
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dallas, TX
This vintage Akari Light Sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi is an icon of 1950s modern design: a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
Stamped ‘Sun and Moon’ ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Steel
Isamu Noguchi Table Lamp BB2-45XN
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
A 1990s production of the Isamu Noguchi Table Lamp, BB2 base with 45XN shade. Overall in great condition, some light discoloration on the shade, some patina on the metal base. wired ...
Category
1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Vintage Mid Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Cyclone Side Table
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Cyclone Side Table
This mid century modern side table has an eye-catching steel wire silhouette an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Isamu Noguchi ‘Akari’ Pendants Mod, 45A for Steph Simon, France c1950
By Isamu Noguchi, Steph Simon
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
1950s French Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Paper
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture Model 2A Ukai Table Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 2A UKAI.
Early model, marked with iconic red sun and moon ideogram.
Hand-made form by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan.
Noguchi’s Akari ser...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large Early 31N Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Early Large 31N Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951
Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock!
Model 31N is a large round shaped pendant in the Akari series, This example features the earliest manufacturer's mark, a red sun and half-moon insignia.
The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal.
In 1951 Isamu Noguchi visited the town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Noguchi designed the first of his lamps that would be produced by the traditional Gifu methods of construction. He called these works Akari, a term meaning light as illumination, but also implying the idea of weightlessness. The fabrication of Akari in Japan at Ozeki & Co. since 1951 followed the traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Large Early J1 Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Echt, NL
Early Large J! Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock!
Model J1 is a large square shaped pendant in the Akari series, This example features the earliest manufacturer's mark, a red sun and half-moon insignia. The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal.
In 1951 Isamu Noguchi visited the town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Noguchi designed the first of his lamps that would be produced by the traditional Gifu methods of construction. He called these works Akari, a term meaning light as illumination, but also implying the idea of weightlessness. The fabrication of Akari in Japan at Ozeki & Co. since 1951 followed the traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Single 1951 Isamu Noguchi Akari Table Lamps BB1-30XN, New Old Stock
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
A New Old Stock of Isamu Noguchi's Light sculpture Table Lamp BB1-30XN. Original boxe for the 30XN shade with 30XN stamp on the end of the box
The bright red Sun and Moon stamp on ...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Steel
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002
By Vitra, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Roma, IT
Freeform Sofa is a design item realized by Isamu Noguchi
Produced by Vitra. Wood and fabric sofa.
Vitra original label and plate with reference number 0841
Good condition.
Origin...
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Early 2000s German Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Akari Model 1N Light Sculpture Table Lamp By Isamu Noguchi, Japan 1980s
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Akari model 1N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer’s stamp. Akari light sculptures by Isamu ...
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1970s Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Steel
Rare Early 10D Akari Floor Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Early important 10D Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock!
Model 10D is a floor lamp with a metal frame and an oval shaped shade from the Akari series.
This example features the earliest manufacturer's mark, a red sun and half-moon insignia.
The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal.
In 1951 Isamu Noguchi visited the town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Noguchi designed the first of his lamps that would be produced by the traditional Gifu methods of construction. He called these works Akari, a term meaning light as illumination, but also implying the IDEA of weightlessness. The fabrication of Akari in Japan at Ozeki & Co. since 1951 followed the traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Isamu Noguchi "30D" Paper Ceiling Lamp Pendant by Ozeki & Co, Gifu Japan
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare unused mid century "30D" round paper and bamboo ceiling lamp pendant by Isamu Noguchi produced in by Ozeki & Co, Gifu, Japan, 1970s. In excellent and unused condition. Comes wit...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Unique Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture S2 With Pietra Serena Base
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture, model S2 with sculpted Pietra Serena base.
Japan & Italy c. 1977.
Hand-made washi paper shade by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan. Sculpte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculptures Model T1-V2 c. 1977
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model T1-V2.
Noguchi’s Akari series started in 1951, model T1-V2 was designed in 1977. These are early examples, marked with iconic red sun and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Pair of Knoll Cyclone Side Tables, Model 87 by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll, 1960s
By Isamu Noguchi, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Knoll Cyclone Side Tables, Model 87 designed by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll. This example dates to the 1960s. The piece has a cast-iron base which is coated in black porcelain en...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron
Early Rare Isamu Noguchi Akari "L", Ozeki, 1951, 1st Edition
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic "Akari" Lamp model "L" designed by the legendary Isamu Noguchi. This particular lamp holds special significance as it is a first edition produced by the esteem...
Category
1950s Japanese Minimalist Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
$10,655 Sale Price
20% Off
Early Original Mid Century Isamu Noguchi N21 Floor Lamp by Ozeki & Co Japan 1960
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Japanese mid century floor lamp in beautifully patinated washi paper, bambo and black enamelled metal legs. In good original condition and marked with the iconic red "Sun...
Category
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Isamu Noguchi for Akari light sculpture, model 10A
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Chicago, IL
Isamu Noguchi for Akari Light Sculpture, Model 10A
Designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1952
Manufacturer: Ozeki & Co., Ltd., Japan / USA
Materials: Washi paper, enameled steel, bamboo, cane, ...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Noguchi Style Triangle Glass Top Wide Side Table
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Van Nuys, CA
0riginal 1950s black lacquer Triangle Glass Top wide end table in the style of Isamu Noguchi with interlocking carved oak base. The base of the coffee ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Wood
Isamu Nogouchi "Akari 3A" Table Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Astoria, NY
Isamu Noguchi (American, 1904-1988) "Akari 3A" Table Lamp, with bulbous washi paper shade and patinated steel tripod base, marked "I. Nogouchi" to the shade with original black box. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Steel
Early and Rare 30D Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Early 30D Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock, 4 items available!
Model 30D is a globe shaped pendant in the Akari series.
This example features the earliest manufacturer's mark, a red sun and half-moon insignia.
The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal.
In 1951 Isamu Noguchi visited the town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Noguchi designed the first of his lamps that would be produced by the traditional Gifu methods of construction. He called these works Akari, a term meaning light as illumination, but also implying the idea of weightlessness. The fabrication of Akari in Japan at Ozeki & Co. since 1951 followed the traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 23N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 23N.
Noguchi’s Akari series started in 1951, model 23N was designed in 1968. This is an early model, marked with iconic red sun and moon i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Mid Century "No 9" Cylindrical Table Desk Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll, 1940s
By Isamu Noguchi, Knoll
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare mid century cylindrical "No 9" table desk lamp in cherry wood and fiberglass reinforced polyvinyl chloride paper shade with brass nails by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll USA pro...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Paper
Isamu Noguchi, 'Akari' Hanging Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Isamu Noguchi 'Akari' hanging light sculpture, model no. 33N by Ozeki and Co. Ltd.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Isamu Noguchi Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Isamu Noguchi furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Isamu Noguchi furniture, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Isamu Noguchi were created in the mid-century modern style in japan during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., La Gardo Tackett, and Akari. Prices for Isamu Noguchi furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $160 and can go as high as $69,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,745.
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