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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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Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture 1A Table Lamp in Yellow and White
By Ozeki
Co. Ltd. 1, Gemini G.E.L., Isamu Noguchi
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage model 1A light sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi
Manufactured by Ozeki and Co
Designed in 1954
Akari-Gemini edition circa 1980's
Washi paper and bamboo shade with modernis...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Ceiling Lamp Model 30A Akari
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pendant lamp model 30A designed by Isamu Noguchi.
Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan.)
Bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper manufactured according to the tradit...
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,156 Sale Price
25% Off
Isamu Noguchi for Akari / Ozeki lamp; Co. Horn floor lamp, model BB3-33S Japan
By Ozeki
Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Skokie, IL
Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) for Akari / Ozeki
Co. Horn floor lamp, model BB3-33S USA/Japan. More recent production dating to the 2000s.
Materials: bamboo, washi paper, cast iron...
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2010s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
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 More Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,690 Sale Price
25% Off
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 26A 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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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Mid Century "120A" Washi Paper Akari Ceiling Lamp Pendant by Isamu Noguchi 1960s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and large round "120A" mid century paper ceiling lamp sculpture in washi paper and bamboo by Isamu Noguchi produced and branded with the iconic red "Sun on The Moon" logo...
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal


