Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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
Isamo Noguchi for Ozeki Light Sculpture "AKARI 5X" , Japan 1970s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Naples, IT
Table light sculpture lamp mod. Akari 5X designed by Isamu Noguchi, the lamp is made of handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing and supported by a metal frame.This piece is believed ...
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
$2,250 / item
Pair of Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Floor Lamps
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 collectible, Akari light sculptures b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Anglo-Japanese Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
$6,000 / set
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Ceiling Lamp 50EN Model
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pendant lamp model 50EN designed by Isamu Noguchi.
Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan.)
Bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper manufactured according to the tra...
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
Early Isamu Noguchi "35x" Mid Century Pendant Lamp by Ozeki & Co Ltd, 1970s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
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 Lighting
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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...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Limestone
Akari Model 22N Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 22N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Nog...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
$2,500 / item
Early Isamu Noguchi Mid Century "5X" Desk / Table Paper & Metal Lamp, 1960s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century desk / table lamp model "5X" 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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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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 ...
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1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Bamboo, Paper
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 Lighting
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Parchment Paper
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 3X Table Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 3X table lamp.
Early model, marked with iconic red sun and moon ideogram.
Hand-made form by Ozeki ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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 Lighting
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Metal
French Mid Century "Tuyaux" Table Lamp by Serge Mouille & Isamu Noguchi, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Serge Mouille
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early French mid century "Tuyaux" desk / table lamp in black lacquered metal and brass by Serge Mouille & Isamu Noguchi for Steph Simon Paris, 1950s. In good original condit...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal, Brass
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...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
$11,000
Single 1951 Isamu Noguchi Akari Table Lamps BB1-30XN
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
A Isamu Noguchi's Light sculpture Table Lamp BB1-30XN. Original box for the 30XN shade with 30XN stamp on the end of the box with a newer base (2010s).
The bright red Sun and Moon s...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Steel
$12,995 / item
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 Lighting
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Metal
Large Early J1 Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
Akari Model 1AD Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari model 1AD light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shades are made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari lig...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
$1,800 / item
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 Lighting
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Steel
Isamu Noguchi ‘Akari’ Pendant 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 ...
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1950s French Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Paper
$4,842 Sale Price / item
75% 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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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 Lighting
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Cast Stone
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 Lighting
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
$16,000 / item
Noguchi Akari Model 32N Floor Lamp
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
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 Lighting
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Steel, Iron
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...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Early and Rare 30D Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Bamboo, Paper
Rare Early 10D Akari Floor Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Pendant Lamp Model 33X: A Timeless Illumination
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of the Isamu Noguchi Pendant Lamp Model 33X. Designed by the acclaimed sculptor Isamu Noguchi and...
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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 ...
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1950s French Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Paper
Isamu Noguchi Mid Century Modern Large Akari 23N Paper Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Floor lamp, model 23N, designed by Isamu Noguchi.
Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan).
Bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper manufactured according to the traditio...
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
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 Lighting
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Metal
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 Lighting
Materials
Iron
Early Original Mid Century Isamu Noguchi N21 Floor Lamp by Ozeki & Co Japan 1960
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
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...
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
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...
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1950s Japanese Minimalist Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Bamboo, Paper
$10,780 Sale Price
20% Off
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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
Vintage Akari Model 1N Light Sculpture Table Lamp By Isamu Noguchi, Japan 1980s
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
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 Lighting
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Steel
Isamu Noguchi, Akari UF, Circa 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Stunning mid-century modern piece: the vintage Akari lamp by Isamu Noguchi. Crafted in the 1970s, this lamp is timeless, elegant, and shows some traces of use. This is a rare discont...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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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 Lighting
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Bamboo, Paper
$20,000 / item
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...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Bamboo, Paper
Mid Century "No 9" Cylindrical Table Desk Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll, 1940s
By Isamu Noguchi
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...
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1940s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Cherry, Paper
Original Vintage Isamu Noguchi 4N Light Sculpture Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Victoria, BC
Model 4N light sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi. This piece is believed to date from the late 1970s. It is in excellent condition with original wiring and socket.
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1970s Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Metal
Early and Rare 45XL Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Echt, NL
Early 45XL Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951
Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock, 4 items available!
Model 45XL is a 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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Metal
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...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
Cherry, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 45X 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...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Bamboo, Paper
Early Rare Akari Series Model D by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic Akari lamp model 'D' designed by the visionary artist Isamu Noguchi. Crafted as part of his renowned Akari Series, this suspension model boasts a mesmerizing b...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Isamu Noguchi Lighting
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Metal
Early Isamu Noguchi "35x" Mid Century Pendant Lamp by Ozeki & Co Ltd, 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi
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 Lighting
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Large Early Model K Akari Pendant by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
Early Large Model K Akari lamp in excellent condition.
Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 Produced by Ozeki & Co., Ltd.
New old stock!
Model K is a large diamond 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.
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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...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Lighting
Materials
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Isamu Noguchi lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Isamu Noguchi lighting 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 lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lighting 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 lighting by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Akari, and Vitra. Prices for Isamu Noguchi lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $450 and can go as high as $30,528, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,582.
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- How are Noguchi lamps made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Noguchi 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.
- Where can I buy a Noguchi lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Noguchi’s iconic Akari Light Sculptures are available directly through Noguchi’s own shop. Vintage editions of the lamps are available online through many different retailers and platforms, including on 1stDibs. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
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