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@vitra on Instagram: “In 1951 Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, works characterised by weightless luminosity. He chose the name 'akari'…”

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"Akari" means light in Japanese, our replica Akari lamps are inspired by the Japanese designer Isamu Noguchi. The paper lampshade resembles traditional lanterns, which is shaped on the wood mold one by one. So far Akari series has more than 200 shapes. The lamp will be in a small size when it is folded, but when it unfolds, it brings beauty in all shapes. Dimensions 180 cm (H) x 48 cm (W) Features Material: Iron, Mulberry Paper Bulb Type: E26 or E27 40W Voltage: AC 110-240V Shipping and…

In 1951 the Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi began to design the Akari Light Sculptures, a group of works handcrafted out of washi paper that eventually comprised over 100 luminaires – table, floor and ceiling lamps. He chose the name 'akari' for these objects, a word that means 'light' in Japanese, connoting both illumination and physical lightness. "The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun – so that its…

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The Japanese-American artist's series of paper lanterns is the subject of an exhibition at the Noguchi museum

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Explore current and upcoming exhibitions at The Noguchi Museum, and exhibitions featuring Isamu Noguchi around the world.