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Isamu Noguchi Akari Model 14A Light Sculpture in Washi Paper and Bamboo by Ozeki
By Isamu Noguchi, Vitra, Ozeki Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Akari light sculpture (Model 14A) by Isamu Noguchi handcrafted from traditional washi paper and
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Akari Model 14A Light Sculpture in Washi Paper and Bamboo by Ozeki
By Isamu Noguchi, Vitra, Ozeki Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Akari light sculpture (Model 14A) by Isamu Noguchi handcrafted from traditional washi paper and
Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern Signed Stamped Akari Hanging Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Studio City, CA
ribbing, this original hanging light fixture/sculpture is stamped (with both red sun and moon crescent
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari Paper Light Sculpture Table Lamp Model UF1-XN 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Troy, MI
A vintage model UF1-XN Akari light sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi circa 1970s Iconic design
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

A Japanese Inspired Metal Wall Sculpture USA
Located in London, GB
A 1970s Japanese Inspired Metal Wall Sculpture USA
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Vintage 1970s American Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

A Japanese Patinated Bronze Incense Burner, Signed: Shugoro
By Shugoro Hasuda
Located in New York, NY
including the Nitten and Hokuto awards. In 1976 he founded the Japan Metal Sculpture Institute. Very good
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Mixed Metal Bronze Vase
Located in Hudson, NY
Mixed metal bronze from the Meiji period. Late 19th Century.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Metal Object of a Kimono, Japan
Located in Hem, NL
Decorative sculpture of lacquered metal with lace and flower pattern and sheet metal. The artist
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2010s Japanese Steampunk Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Metal Tree Wall Sculpture
Located in London, GB
A 1970s Japanese Inspired Metal Tree Wall Sculpture
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Vintage 1970s Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

TOYO Mid Century Cast Metal Japanese Temple Decoration Large 5 Wall Hanging
By Toyo
Located in Charlotte, NC
A large vintage Japanese Temple decoration wall hanging by Toyo. Traditionally designed, heavily
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Japanese Burlroot Hibachi
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese hibachi or brazier carved from the root or burl of a tree trunk. Interior lined with metal
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Fascinating Japanese Boxwood and Lacquer Okimono – Incense Burner
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this quite magical Meiji
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Nobuo Sekine Sculpture "Phase of Nothingness"
By Nobuo Sekine
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"Phase of Nothingness", 1970 Sculpture in stone on metal base Provenance: Gallery Jerome
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Japonisme Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone, Metal

A Japanese Lacquer Incense Burner in the Form of an Elephant, Signed
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding and rare example of the finest Japanese lacquer. The standing elephant with gilt
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Wood Hibachi
Located in Culver City, CA
Wooden Hibachi from Japan 19th c.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal

A Japanese Bonsai Tree Metal Wall Sculpture 1960s
Located in London, GB
A Japanese Bonsai Tree Metal Wall Sculpture 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Decorative Art

Meji Lacquered and Gilt Buddha
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare and beautiful Meji period lacquer and gilt carved wooden buddha. I am not certain what he is holding in his lap. Possibly a medicine buddha?
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Akari V2 / T2, Ozeki, 1951
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Lille, Hauts-de-France
Structure in black lacquered metal & pebble base in cast iron and black lacquered metal stem Hand-made form
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Memphis Design Toolset by Koyo Sangyo
By Koyo Sangyo
Located in Portland, ME
, Phillips head screwdriver, Wood saw, and original enameled metal decorative tacks in corresponding colors
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Japanese Fish Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of Japanese fish sculptures made out of cast iron is in great condition and features
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Organic Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid 20th Century Japanese Carved Wood Double Headed Dragon Sculpture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Japanese wood carved tabletop sculpture depicting a double headed dragon. Signed on back
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Mid-Century Metal Miniature French Bulldog
Located in Retie, BE
Japan, stamped on the bottom side. Little statue made from heavy pewter metal.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Akari Light Sculpture 35N Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This sculptural Isamu Noguchi Akari Lamp Sculpture 35N is a floor lamp executed in handmade washi
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2010s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Monumental Akari Lamp Sculpture 23N Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This large Isamu Noguchi Akari Lamp Sculpture 23N is a floor lamp executed in handmade washi paper
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2010s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Akari Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Denton, MD
The Akari light sculptures were designed in 1951 and are still in production today. At the bottom
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Akari Light Sculpture 45A Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
paper, bamboo ribs and a structure in black lacquered metal. Akari light sculptures are considered
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2010s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Akari Light Sculpture 26a Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
paper, bamboo ribs and a structure in black lacquered metal. Akari light sculptures are considered icons
Category

2010s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Akari Light Sculpture 55A Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
paper, bamboo ribs and a structure in black lacquered metal. Akari light sculptures are considered
Category

2010s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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Japanese Metal Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of Japanese metal sculpture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, paper and bamboo, every piece of Japanese metal sculpture was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of Japanese metal sculpture, we have 150 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of Japanese metal sculpture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of Japanese metal sculpture, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or folk art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Isamu Noguchi, Akari and Ozeki Co. Ltd. each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of Japanese metal sculpture that is worth considering.

How Much is a Japanese Metal Sculpture?

Prices for a piece of Japanese metal sculpture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $33 and can go as high as $239,923, while the average can fetch as much as $1,823.
Questions About Japanese Metal Sculpture
  • Glenn Green Galleries
    Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
    A sculpture created from materials made of metal. This is a broad category. Metal sculptures can be made by fabrication, meaning assembled by hand or machine. Cast metal sculpture like bronze or steel is made from a complex casting process.